Rebecca Needs Your Support!
Our daughter, Rebecca (Becky) O’Doherty’s fight for her health has reached a critical point. After 10 years of treatment and testing she will undergo the second part of a transplant to repair her immune system, whose dysfunction has caused significant neurological, metabolic, gastrointestinal damage. After graduating from UNC and the Robertson Scholars Program in 2005, Becky committed her full passion and energy to working with young people at Appalshop in Whitesburg, Kentucky. Just as Becky was making significant progress on issues of poverty and educational attainment, she was forced to leave the work and young people that she loves to undergo full-time medical treatment .
Through ups and downs, Becky has maintained her generous and caring spirit, wry sense of humor, and drive to get well. Rebecca’s next round of treatment is costly and must be paid out of pocket. This puts Rebecca and her family up against a challenge they can not meet alone, and your help is greatly needed. While Becky has health insurance, most medical and transplant expenses are not covered.
So many friends and family members have been supporting Rebecca throughout this process. You have shown great compassion and grace in these challenging years. Thank you! And now Rebecca needs a new kind of support – monetary support – to make this treatment a reality.
Family and friends of Rebecca O’Doherty are raising money for Help Hope Live to fund uninsured medical expenses related to her transplant. Donations to Help Hope Live will help ease the financial burden of a transplant which will allow Rebecca to focus on a healthy recovery so that she can, once again, begin advocating for positive social change!
With your support she looks forward to a bright future and resuming so much of what she is now unable to do.
Thank you in advance for your support.
Updates (19)
November 26, 2018
Hello Friends and Family!
On this Giving Tuesday we are filled with gratitude and have good news to share—
Rebecca returned home earlier this month from Nutech Hospital after her second transplant procedure. She is doing remarkably well and is more stable and capable each day! The best news from this round of treatment is that Rebecca's most recent brain scan continues to show improved brain function and capacity. All of the incredible gains she has made over the last nine months remain stable and there has been no sign of regression. This indicates her disease process has been arrested and her recovery of important neurological, immune, and metabolic functions will follow.
Rebecca still requires repair in her optic nerve, liver, and metabolic system. She will continue with daily physical and occupational therapy throughout the winter and return to Nutech Hospital for her LAST stem cell transplant in February.
Today, National Giving Day, is a great day to join us in supporting the medical treatment of our beloved Rebecca O’Doherty with your donation.
A generous donor has pledged to match each dollar we raise between the beginning of November and the end of the year, so your donation will go twice as far!
Additionally, if you give today, Tuesday, November 27th, National Giving Day, Help Hope Live will generously cover the credit card fee for ALL your donations in honor of Rebecca made at helphopelive.org!
Please join us in supporting Rebecca’s medical treatment by making a tax-deductible donation through Help Hope Live. As you may be aware, this treatment is costly, not covered by insurance, and every expense will be paid out-of-pocket. Any size contribution will be greatly appreciated and donations made before December 31st are tax-deductible for 2018.
Thank you so much for keeping Rebecca in your thoughts and prayers - it has been a long road and we have been blessed with such extraordinary support each step of the way. Every donation (no matter the size) will be important and make a difference in Rebecca receiving critical medical care that is not covered by insurance. Our goal is for 100 individual donors to join us by the end of 2018. Please join us in sending Rebecca off with well wishes for her next and LAST transplant!
With so much gratitude and love,
Gail and Amelia
Donations can be made at Rebecca's Help Hope Live webpage (this page)
or checks can be made payable to Help Hope Live
please note on the memo line “in honor of Rebecca O’Doherty”
This fundraising campaign in Rebecca’s honor has been established with HelpHope Live, a nonprofit organization that has been providing community based fundraising guidance to help patients and their families in need (assisting the transplant community) for over thirty years. All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law and are held by Help Hope Live in the New York Stem Cell Transplant Fund. Donations are allocated based on financial need for medical expenses.
For more information contact Amelia Kirby at [email protected] or Gail O’Doherty at [email protected] or (516) 317-2847.
September 22, 2018
Dear Friends and Family,
Thank You!
The Strides for Recovery Walk went beautifully earlier this summer in New York and in Virginia! Check out these photos of our caring and wonderful walkers! We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who came to join us and everyone who supported us virtually with your donations and good wishes!
Rebecca’s last stem cell transplant was 6 months ago and her improvement since then has been remarkable. With the help of physical and occupational therapy she is regaining physical and cognitive function. She will return to the hospital tomorrow for her second transplant so this progress can continue. The most exciting news is that the two main biological markers in Rebecca’s labs indicating brain inflammation are normal for the first time in ten years!
We wanted to let everyone know that every donation (no matter the size) will be important and make a difference in Rebecca receiving critical medical care that is not covered by insurance. Our goal is for 100 individual donors to join us by the end of September in support of our Strides to Recovery Walk, and we’re over halfway to meeting our goal! Please join us in making this happen and sending Rebecca off with well wishes for her next transplant!
With love,
Gail and Amelia
July 16, 2018
The Strides for Recovery Walk went beautifully last Monday evening in New York and earlier in the month in Virginia! Check out the photos of our caring and wonderful walkers! We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who came to join us and everyone who supported us virtually with your donations and good wishes!
We wanted to let everyone know that every donation (no matter the size) will be important and make a difference in Rebecca receiving critical medical care that is not covered by insurance. If you can, please join us in donating to make her next phase of medical treatment possible.
Thank you so much for all your love and support!
June 19, 2018
STRIDES FOR RECOVERY Walkathon
On Monday, July 9th, a group of friends and family will walk to raise funds for Help Hope Live in honor of Rebecca O’ Doherty to make her medical treatment possible. All proceeds will be used for uninsured transplant-related expenses that Rebecca needs to cover before October of this year.
Please help us meet our goal by joining in our STRIDES for Recovery Walkathon
More information: goo.gl
Those local to New York can join us in Cunningham Park, Queens
Monday, July 9th - 6pm to 7:30pm
More information: goo.gl
Unable to attend, but want to join us in spirit? Please consider donating today!
June 7, 2018
We are so happy to have good news to share about Rebecca’s medical condition! Since stem cell transplant in December she is seeing measurable improvements in her overall health. This is great news following the hard work Rebecca put in during her 3 ½ month hospital stay and the excellent care from the doctors and staff there during the process of her stem cell transplant.
The significant positive progress is an excellent indicator for the effectiveness of the transplant and her prognosis for future and continuing recovery. Because stem cells mature gradually, Rebecca is in the midst of a slow recovery as her strength and stamina begin to rebuild after 10 years of illness.
The seriousness of her condition will require a second stem cell transplant in the fall. I know all of her supporters will be cheering her on with love and encouragement during these coming months, as she struggles to heal and regain her stamina. Thank you again so very much for keeping Rebecca in your thoughts and prayers. It is a blessing to know she is so loved and cared about.
November 27, 2017
GIVING TUESDAY IS TODAY
Join Our Matching Donor in Helping Rebecca!
On this day of gratitude and giving, we want to share the good news that after a challenging year, our beloved Rebecca O’Doherty is well enough for her next major round of treatments. A generous donor has offered to match all donations to support Rebecca’s uninsured medical care from the beginning of November to the end of the year!
Additionally, if you give today, Tuesday, November 28th, National Giving Day, Help Hope Live will generously cover the credit card fee for ALL your donations made at their website.
Please join us in supporting Rebecca’s medical treatment by making a tax-deductible donation through Help Hope Live. As you may be aware, this treatment is costly, not covered by insurance, and every expense will be paid out-of-pocket. Any size contribution will be greatly appreciated and any donations made before December 31st are tax-deductible for 2017.
November 15, 2017
Good News and Gratitude This Thanksgiving
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We have great news! It has been a tough year, but Rebecca has responded well enough to her last round of immunotherapy and stem cell therapy that she is ready for the most intensive phase of treatment yet. Thanks to your generous support this summer and fall Rebecca is now in the best health possible to receive the next phase of stem cell transplants that will be pivotal to her recovery.
It's wonderful during this season of thanks to reflect on the generosity, love, and support that Rebecca has received from all of you. We are so grateful that your support made her medical treatment possible, and as we approach Giving Tuesday, November 28th, we ask for your special consideration for a donation to help her get her next transplant in December. As you may be aware, this treatment is costly and not covered by insurance.
Your donations will go even farther this giving season, as on Giving Tuesday, November 28th, Help Hope Live will generously cover the credit card fee for ALL your donations made to Help Hope Live in honor of Rebecca. Please consider making a tax-deductible contribution. Any size contribution will be greatly appreciated. There's still time to enjoy tax savings in 2017 if you donate before December 31st.
Please keep Rebecca in your thoughts and prayers - it has been a long road and we are so grateful so many family members and friends have rallied around Rebecca. With your generous support Rebecca will receive the next phase of treatment that she needs and can look forward to a bright future.
Help us make this possible!
This fundraising campaign in Rebecca’s honor has been established with Help HOPE Live, a nonprofit organization that has been assisting the transplant community for over thirty years. All donations are tax-deductible, are held by Help HOPE Live in the New York Stem Cell Transplant Fund, and are administered by Help HOPE Live for medically-related expenses.
For more information contact Amelia Kirby at [email protected]
Gail O’Doherty at [email protected] or (516) 317-2847.
Donations made in honor of a specific individual or in response to campaign solicitations are restricted by region only and do not obligate HelpHopeLive to allocate funds toward a specific individual, as the IRS would deem such donations to be private gifts, which are not tax deductible. Patients receive support according to their medical and financial need. Help Hope Live is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Information at 800-642-8399.
A copy of the latest annual report can be obtained from the organization or from the office of the Attorney General by writing Charities Bureau, 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271
June 8, 2017
Read our Update on June 3rd's
Walk for Wellness
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Dear friends and family,
Thank You!
The Walk for Wellness went beautifully last Saturday! A great group of friends and family gathered for a fun walk on a gorgeous day (check out these happy faces!). We want to say a huge thank you to everyone who came to join us and everyone who supported us virtually with your donations and good wishes!
We are so thankful for your love and support, and your participation in Becky’s Help HOPE Live Walk for Wellness fundraiser. It has been incredible to see the care and commitment so many people have for Becky! With your help she will receive the medical care she needs.
We're very happy to report we've made progress towards our goal and 57 individuals and families have participated in the Walk for Wellness by donating to Becky’s Help HOPE Live Fund. We hope to reach our goal of 100 total participants by June 30th and you can help!
Online Support
One of the simplest, most effective ways to help is to share information, adding your own personal message about the campaign and why you care, with your networks through facebook or email. If you would like materials that you can personalize please get in touch and we’ll share!
Walk Where You Are, When You Can
Others are organizing their own informal Walks for Wellness with a few friends and family. We'd be delighted to help you set up an easy, informal walk in your home community!
For more information or if you'd like to donate directly you can contribute to the campaign at helphopelive.org
Thank you all so very much for your inspiring, loving, generous support! We can't say enough what it means to Becky and to her family to have such a powerful network of care.
Thank you so much,
Gail and George O’Doherty
and
Amelia Kirby
May 27, 2017
Hello all!
You've been an integral part of helping Rebecca O’Doherty through her arduous medical journey and we are at a new, hopeful moment in that process. The treatment you‘ve helped make possible has made a significant difference in her health and she is now preparing for a third round of stem cell treatment. This is a critical time in her treatment and folks are rallying to help her through!
On Saturday, June 3rd, a group of friends and family will walk in Long Island, New York to raise funds in honor of Rebecca. We are reaching out to our communities and networks asking for donations to help us raise funds for the upcoming treatment and meet our Walk-a-thon goal. Your willingness to help raise funds for Rebecca in 2016 made a big difference and I’m hoping you may choose to join our efforts again!
As we build momentum for the fundraising walk, I’m seeking both direct support for the fundraiser and also assistance in spreading the word.
a forward-able email letter can be found here:
If you’d like to help us, there are many ways to raise money in your network. Here are some ideas:
a) For those who know Rebecca and would be likely to donate, and those who don’t know her, but love and trust you and might be interested in donating with the right ask, an email, facebook message or phone call to ask for folks to contribute through the online fundraiser page. Similarly, you can post to your social media and ask that others share the link. Whether email or social media consider editing the attached letter for your purposes with a personal introduction at the top before sharing. An appeal from you to your circle or community usually is much more effective if you share why the effort or person is important to you.
b) If you (or any potential donors) belong to corporate matching gifts program, here's the cause for you! Donations to Rebecca's campaign are eligible for corporate matches. If there are any questions about how this works, contact Susann Reiher at HelpHOPELive: [email protected] / 800.642.839
Please let us know if there is any other way you would like to be involved!
With love,
Amelia Kirby
May 27, 2017
On Saturday, June 3rd, a group of friends and family will walk to raise funds in honor of Rebecca O’Doherty
more information - goo.gl
February 5, 2016
Wow! We've reached $12,806 to support Rebecca's medical treatment thanks to all your support and efforts!
January 25, 2016
Thanks to your support we've reached $9,820 in donations for Rebecca's medical fund. We have one week left to meet our goal and have all donations doubled by our matching donor!
January 6, 2016
Thanks to your love and support we've raised $6,505 so far! Thank you so much to those who have given to the campaign or shown your support by sharing with others. Your contribution is so appreciated. We have three weeks left to meet our goal and have all donations doubled by our matching donor!
In the spring of 2014 I accompanied Rebecca to the Paracelsus Clinic where she underwent some of the rigorous and intensive treatments that were fundamental to the progress she’s made. No matter how much I thought I knew about her fight, being there at the clinic with her gave me a different, powerful window into just how fiercely she is fighting and just how committed are the team of doctors—in the U.S. and abroad—who are working on her behalf.
Those of you who have been able to spend time with Rebecca in person know that beyond being a tenacious fighter, and a sparkling intellect (I suspect she is rolling her eyes at me as she reads that), she is one of the kindest, most generous, most abundantly loving people one could hope to have in your life. She gives of herself without hesitation and in a fashion that makes the recipient feel both truly known and truly valued.
I’m asking friends and folks who know and value Rebecca to help return some of that generous love she has so joyfully put into the world. Please consider making a donation to support her healing today. - Amelia Kirby
December 27, 2015
Donations that YOU GAVE from this HelpHOPELive campaign made my medical treatment possible in 2014 and made 2015 a very important turning point in my illness. THANK YOU! Because of your support I was able to access treatment at Paracelsus Clinic and at home in the US which stabilized my condition and prevented further deterioration. I’ve been able to receive ongoing treatment to improve my neurological and cognitive function and work with an infectious disease specialist to address the immune and infectious issues that I’m facing. Next week I am starting a third round of intensive anti-infective and immune treatment here in New York and I appreciate all of your support and encouragement. I never could have imagined being so disabled for so long, but I am so, so lucky to be able to receive medical treatment and to have recovery on the horizon.
December 27, 2015
You can read our letter about the matching donation drive here: eepurl.com
November 10, 2014
Thank you EVERYONE so much for your care and support. I so appreciate your contribution and well wishes during what has been a very difficult
time.
I returned to New York from the clinic in Switzerland in April and since then have been recovering from the intensive treatment I received. The treatment went well and has been a critical next step in my recovery. My doctors continue to be very positive about my prognosis,
while at the same time reminding me that I will require continuing, intensive treatment for at least the next year to build on my recent progress.
I cannot express in words what it meant to have your support during this difficult and critical phase. Reading your messages meant so much to me, and knowing that your collective support made my treatment possible has been inspiring beyond words.
thank you for making my recovery possible, and with love,
March 24, 2014
An update from Rebecca in Switzerland...
It has been a big week! I just wanted to say thank you to everyone for all of their love and support.
I just completed my first week of treatment at the Klinik in 2014. My doctors are thrilled with my progress since my last visit. I am literally the talk of the Klinik. I am already responding positively to treatment (almost immediately!), which is a much quicker response than the month it took a year ago.
Some of the treatment is difficult and painful, but I just feel so lucky to be so supported and loved, and be able to receive the treatment that I need to recover.
with all my love,
Becky
March 8, 2014
LETTER FROM DR. FLEISCHMAN
Dear Julia,
I was very excited to hear about the fundraising you are doing to support Rebecca. This is an important next step in her medical treatment and it’s amazing she has people like you to support her.
You get struck by Rebecca very early on that she is one of the most committed people you'll ever meet. She has a bigger than her own life determination to get better. Because when you're that sick, and you still keep putting one foot in front of the other, you have to have a sense of wanting to accomplish something more in life.
I'm a doctor and I've seen a lot of different medical challenges. I think this condition is one of the most difficult illnesses to recover from. It's very hard for other people to see it, and it doesn't just affect patients physically, but neurologically as well. The suffering that patients are experiencing feels invisible. It's a very rare and special person who can make it through. It's a tribute to Rebecca that she has a following of people to go through this with her.
I'm very optimistic for Rebecca's recovery if she continues to follow this treatment plan, especially with everyone's support. With all of your help, we are going to see the Rebecca you know and love come back. I can't wait to see what she is going to accomplish in the next few years when her health is restored.
Sincerely,
Dr. Joan Fleischman
March 8, 2014
FROM REBECCA
In the beginning of this illness, five years ago, we didn't know anything about why I was sick, why one system after another was failing, what started with fevers and neurological dysfunction quickly progressed until every part of my ability to function was significantly diminished. It was like being in complete darkness, in a free-falling vacuum, to have an unresponsive, disabling illness in this age of incredible medical innovation. I underwent almost round-the-clock treatment of IV's, pills, and injections just to try and stabilize my condition and prevent further decline. It didn't work to the extent needed, I got sicker, and my life got scarier and darker. It’s amazing to be in a different place now, where we know I can respond to a treatment plan and recover.
This is my chance to go from being tethered to IV infusions and round-the-clock medical care, to regaining my life. Can you imagine? I’ll be able to leave the house without hours of preparation, take care of myself without a multi-person support team, and have enough strength and neurological functioning to sit up and enjoy a conversation with you, and actually understand what you are saying. I’m excited.
There are not enough words to thank everyone who has been involved in my treatment and recovery. I am so lucky to have a chance to become myself again and be back out in the world with you all.
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November 30, 2021
Rebecca, you’re so loving and amazing. May your dreams come true!
Love you always.
Gail O’Doherty
November 30, 2021
Wishing you good health, Tebeccca
Norma Goetz
December 1, 2020
Andy & I wish for continual healing and health for Becky.
Lorraine Lapinski
May 5, 2020
To our beloved Rebecca, who brightens our lives with her love!
We hope and pray for your improving health everyday!
George Odoherty
February 1, 2019
Good Luck with your continued treatment and further healing . Keep the faith! We all are sending you positive thoughts & energy! Love & hugs, Stephen & Judi
Stephen Gorski
January 1, 2019
Hi Becky,
Happy New Year to you! May your health continue to improve. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Your cousin Joanie
Joan Correia
December 29, 2018
Wishing you a Happy and HEALTHY New Year.
Nancy Weiss
December 21, 2018
Great News, good luck and best wishes to all of you!
Tom and Lisa O
Lisa and Tom O'Connor
November 28, 2018
I'm thrilled that your hard work is finally paying off!! I'm continually inspired by your resolve, and you so deserve the good things that are coming your way <3
David
David Joseph
November 28, 2018
Thinking of you and sending you wishes for a full recovery!
Julian Eisner
November 28, 2018
So glad you're feeling better. Love hearing your progress.
carol eisner
November 27, 2018
So excited to hear that all is going so well for Becky! ❤️ Ann
Ann Bozzo
November 27, 2018
Find the seed at the bottom of your heart and bring forth a flower. Shigenori Kameoka
Susan Kalish
November 27, 2018
My thoughts, prayers and love to Becky and the family as you turn the corner and head to the carefree zone in good health. To good health!
Lisa Strum
November 27, 2018
Keep on getting better!!!
Amelia Pickering
November 27, 2018
On Giving Tuesday tomorrow, let’s all cheer for Becky’s improving health and support her in this next round of treatment! ❤️
Ruth Joseph
October 2, 2018
Jim and I are so happy to hear the treatment is working. We remain hopeful that you will continue to get better.
Peggy Mathews
July 26, 2018
Go Team Bex!!
Joel Beverly
July 13, 2018
So inspired by you and hopeful for you, Becky! Love to you and your family.
~Colleen & family
Colleen
July 12, 2018
Love you Rebecca! So, so happy that finally treatment is working, and hopeful others will benefit from your pioneering efforts. --Mimi
Mimi Pickering
July 11, 2018
Becky: We are so happy that your recent treatment has given you relief from some of your symptoms. You are an inspiration to us for your dedication to regaining your health and lifestyle. We hope your improvement continues and that this upcoming treatment provides even greater relief for your constellation of symptoms. We love you and look forward to your continued improving health
Stephen Gorski
July 10, 2018
I believe in you, and all the steps you continue to take each day toward your recovery.
Thank you for teaching me more than anyone else how to be stronger & smarter in facing my own life challenges.
I love you!!
David Joseph
July 10, 2018
Rebecca, I am so happy that you have been feeling better since your last treatment. I hope the next one does the trick to make you completely well.
Marcia Peck
July 7, 2018
Lots of love to everyone working for Becky's recovery!
Ann Webb
July 7, 2018
I am praying for Becky’s return to good health and a successful walk! Contribution made .All my love.
Margaret ogilvie
July 6, 2018
So glad to hear that this new treatment has brought some energy back to you. All our love and support. Ken & Mona
Mona Jacobs
July 5, 2018
Hope Help Live, you are doing amazing work. What could be better than saving lives? Especially one like phenomenal Rebecca O'Doherty.
Arlene Jordan
July 5, 2018
Lots of love from us, Becky - Chris, Anna, Emma, Lucy
Christopher Paul
July 2, 2018
Love you, B! xoxo
Sarah Pickle
June 28, 2018
Good health to you Becky
Fran Kennedy
June 26, 2018
Good Luck Becky. Glad the treatment is working. Jay and Angela
James Holahan
June 21, 2018
I’m so grateful for my supportive friends and family.
Thank you for responding. It means so much to us.
Much love to all.
Gail, George and Rebecca
Gail O’Doherty
June 21, 2018
Rebecca,
All the best to you and your family. Cecelia C.
cecelia cornacchio
June 20, 2018
Hi Becky,
So happy to hear that you are responding well to your treatment.
Think of you and your family often and pray that you are on the road to recovery.
With fond memories,
The Stacom Family
Regina Stacom
June 20, 2018
Rebecca is one of the most positive, persistent talented women I have ever met. I can't wait to see this dynamo when she is healthy! The world will be a much better place!
Joan Fleischman, MD
Joan Fleischman
December 31, 2017
Love you Becky!
Pambob
December 13, 2017
Dear Becky, Don't know if you remember us but your mom used to tutor Craig. Our love and prayers are with you for what we know will be a successful treatment. As we say to our puppy, HEEL, sorry we mean HEAL!!
Love, Karyn and Howie
November 30, 2017
My Dear Becky, you’re an amazing, loving and caring person who makes us proud always! We want to give back all the love you give us! We know you will get well with so many loving and healing prayers sent to you and your immense determination! Love forever,
Mom and Dad
Mom and Dad
November 29, 2017
Becky, We love and miss you. Sending prayers, support, and good wishes your way from Charm City. Much love always,
Chrissy
November 29, 2017
Rebecca, supporting you and your family in this next phase of treatment. Wishing you continued positive results with treatment and sending healing light for total health, love & happiness in your life!
Lisa Strum
November 27, 2017
Love you!
-Ann
November 21, 2017
Becky, you are loved. Get well! Keep up the good fight!
Love from, Kalish, Inc.
June 16, 2017
Love you Becky! Was so great to see you, I'm sending positive, healing thoughts your way every day.
Lisa
June 7, 2017
Hoping for progress every day. We love you and send our best wishes and most healing thoughts
Mona & Ken Jacobs
June 5, 2017
We love you lots, B! Wishing you improved health in the year to come...
Blair Beasley
June 3, 2017
Love and lots of hope for this year!
-Ann
June 2, 2017
Keep shining Rebecca!! You got this! Love Sylvia
Sylvia Ryerson
May 30, 2017
Rebecca,
Never give up! You are an inspiration to so many because of your persistence, positiveness, and gratitude. You will make it!
Joan Fleischman, MD
May 30, 2017
We think about you regularly at Appalshop. The programs you started, and/or improved immensely, are still growing and affecting so many young people's lives. You are in my thoughts and prayers. There's always a place for you at Appalshop. Just get well, and come back to us! Sending lots of love.
Donna Porterfield
May 29, 2017
Judi & Steve are sending you healing light, love & hugs each day. Keep fighting for your return to good health. We believe you will conquer the health challenge given the love & support you receive from others in your community. This too shall pass!
Stephen & Judi
January 27, 2016
Was great meeting you at the Robbie Reunion! Have a great year ;)
Angela Zhou
January 21, 2016
Best of luck from a fellow robbie and appalshop alum (duke 2011)!
Ryan
January 21, 2016
Love you, Becky!
Ann
January 6, 2016
All them loves from your Kentucky friends!
- Ben and Lacy
January 4, 2016
To tons of love and new energy in 2016, keep trekking. You are wonderful! xoxo sylvia
Sylvia Ryerson
January 2, 2016
Dear Becky,
your Mom and Dad are our new neighbors and already fast friends. We wish you all the very best for 2016
Donna and David Coe, Sarasota FL
January 1, 2016
Dear Becky,
Here is to 2016 being a year of good health for you. We are behind you all the way!
With love, Ruth and Elliott
December 29, 2015
Keep punching. We are rooting for you.
Robert Gipe
December 28, 2015
Rebecca,
I wish you all the best as you continue your journey back to good health.
Anne Stratton
December 27, 2015
Sending lots of love! I am happy to contribute and look forward to you regaining your health.
Caron Atlas
December 27, 2015
Rebecca, we are thinking of you and saying our prayers for your health and healing. May you continue to stay strong in spirit, with the
fortitude to journey forward fighting the fight!
Carol and Jerry Gore, Julia's aunt and uncle
December 26, 2015
In the spring of 2014 I accompanied Rebecca to the Paracelsus Clinic where she underwent some of the rigorous and intensive treatments that were fundamental to the progress she’s made. No matter how much I thought I knew about her fight, being there at the clinic with her gave me a different, powerful window into just how fiercely she is fighting and just how committed are the team of doctors—in the U.S. and abroad—who are working on her behalf.
Those of you who have been able to spend time with Rebecca in person know that beyond being a tenacious fighter, and a sparkling intellect (I suspect she is rolling her eyes at me as she reads that), she is one of the kindest, most generous, most abundantly loving people one could hope to have in your life. She gives of herself without hesitation and in a fashion that makes the recipient feel both truly known and truly valued.
I’m asking friends and folks who know and value Rebecca to help return some of that generous love she has so joyfully put into the world. Please consider making a donation to support her healing today.
Amelia Kirby
May 3, 2014
Sending lots of love and good wishes your way from Charm City. Lots of love always and forever!
Chrissy (& Rob)
April 24, 2014
Sending thoughts of love and healing.
Mona & Ken
April 21, 2014
thinking of you and all your strength and wisdom. sending so much love from east ky to you.
ada
April 18, 2014
Dear Becky,
Your spirit and fortitude are amazing! Wishing you healing and strength.
Robin Fields
April 18, 2014
Hey Rebecca, I am so glad to hear that everything is working out with the treatment! I hope you know how important you are to me, and everyone else you taught. There is no other like you. So many loving prayers and gratitude for your amazing soul.
Tommy Anderson
April 17, 2014
I love you Rebecca!!!! I am thinking about you and hoping everything goes well. Stay strong sis and know that you are kickass and beautiful. See you soon.
Elandria
April 10, 2014
Becky: We love you and send you light, love, hugs and positive energy as you battle this terrible Lyme's disease which has taken too much time out of your life. We are so proud of all have have given the universe and know that when you defeat this illness, you will contribute even more to the universe. It will be a better place for all of us because of you: your courage, determination, creativity and caring for others. Stay strong. We know you will win in the end! Love,
Steve, Judi and Justin Gorski
April 7, 2014
I love u Becky and hope u are going to be like ur
old self - which is the best possible. Lots and lots of love. Ollie
Olive Jordan
April 5, 2014
Hi Rebecca, I am so delighted that you are responding positively to the treatment almost immediately. Keep up the great work! We can't wait for you to come home healthy and happy. Love,
Veronica Baker
March 29, 2014
Rebecca darling, you know that Aunt Marcia is always thinking positive thoughts for your full recovery because I love you. Please get well soon.
Aunt Marcia
March 25, 2014
That's great news that you are responding so well to the treatment. Sending you lots of love and light.
Peggy Mathews
March 25, 2014
I'm so glad to hear that things are going well and that you're getting the care you need! Sending healing thoughts to you!
Madeline Flannery
March 24, 2014
Rebecca, I hope these treatments help and free you from them disease. My prayers are with you. Best of luck!
Lisa Mueller
March 24, 2014
Dear Becky,
LIsa has kept me up-to-date on your illness and treatments. I am so very glad to hear that this latest treatment is showing good results. I admire your courage and ability to remain optimistic and hopeful over the past 5 years. Hopefully, your return to good health is just around the corner. I will continue to send good thoughts your way for a positive outcome. Hang in there!
Anne Stratton
March 23, 2014
Rebecca,
Your Aunt Paulette has shared some of your courageous story. Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers. I hope that these treatments will be successful and that you will continue on your journey to a full recovery.
Marie C
March 21, 2014
Your Aunt Paulette told me how proud she is of your accomplishments and looks forward to more of the same when you regain your health. She keeps me up to date on your situation while we work out together at the gym pool.Wishing you good results.
Maureen R.
March 19, 2014
Dear Becky, we're wishing you all the best, and are so hoping that this treatment will allow you to return to the wonderful work you were doing in Appalshop and in the youth media community.
Rachel and Tyler
March 18, 2014
Rebecca -- I've been keeping up with you through Amelia, Anna, Beth and others, and am so glad to have an opportunity to support your next round of treatment. Sending love and very best wishes --
Brenda
March 18, 2014
Rebecca, sending lots of good thoughts your way. I've always been so thankful that you introduced me to Whitesburg. Wishing you an expeditious recovery followed by some good dancing in the mountains.
Stef Feldman
March 18, 2014
Dear Becky
I was saddened to learn of your health challenges. Hearing about this reminded me of you, and your New York spirit, and your connection to Kentucky and so many of the things we did when we built the Robertson Program together. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Eric Mlyn
March 18, 2014
Dear Becky, I'm so glad to contribute to your treatment fund. I hope that it is going well so far and you are feeling improvements in the making. Sending lots of love to you in Switzerland, and I look forward to seeing you soon.
Anna
March 18, 2014
Becky,
I think of you all the time and I feel so inspired by your toughness and grace. I have had this feeling about you when you were just a youngster in my photo class. You carried a view camera into prisons to give the inmates great and honest portraits and a patient ear for them to tell their stories. So deeply generous. You were 19! Your charisma, however, is ageless. Can't wait until I can sit and laugh with you again and soak up some of your charm. Much Love ---
Jeff Whetstone
March 18, 2014
Dear Becky, Thinking of you and wishing you the very best for a successful treatment. Hope to see you again very soon!
Melissa Anderson
March 16, 2014
Hi Becky,
I was so sad to hear about your illness. Although I haven't seen you in a long time, I have often thought with great affection and pleasure about those wonderful days when you and Celia were young.
I am so happy that you are now on the road to recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Regina Stacom
March 16, 2014
Dear Becky, lots of love from us in North Carolina as you seek treatment and healing. We are thinking of you and sending vibes of continued strength. We are inspired by your energy.
Chris, Anna, and Emma
March 15, 2014
Dear Becky,
I am sorry to hear about your health difficulties. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Wishing you much luck with this treatment.
Celia Stacom-O'Connell
March 13, 2014
Hi Rebecca -- I think of you so often, and was glad to hear that this treatment is working. I'm rooting for your full recovery and return to Appalshop! We need you. (And Katie misses Frazer.)
Donna
March 13, 2014
We are so glad you decided to do this and can't wait to see you reach your goal!
Ken and Sharon
March 13, 2014
So glad there is this opportunity to help you win this most difficult battle for health. We miss you and the cheer you bring with you so much. Looking forward to better days!
Mimi
March 13, 2014
I've never met you, but feel like I know your spirit through all the folks here in Whitesburg. Best wishes on this next step towards recovery!!
elizabeth
March 13, 2014
Be well...soon and always.
Ray
March 13, 2014
Dearest Becky,
We love you and wish you ongoing success in your journey towards good health.
The Joseph Family
March 13, 2014
Jim and I have been keeping up with your health challenge through Amelia and Beth. We are so glad you are hopeful about this treatment and are delighted to contribute to your costs. Sending you love and light.
Peggy Mathews and Jim Thompson
March 12, 2014
We send you our best wishes for a successful treatment. We miss you and look forward to the next time we see you. Much love,
Evan Smith & Jessica Branham
March 12, 2014
Becky, we are all behind you. Stay strong and let each day lead you to feeling better and better. We love you!
Sue, Robert and Evan
March 12, 2014
Rebecca, we're all thinking of you and rooting for you in this new exciting phase, sending you TONS of love from Whitesburg. Keep up your amazing work to be well friend!! love sylvia
Sylvia Ryerson
March 12, 2014
Rebecca, Lots of love from me, Joe and Alma! We miss and love you and wish you all the best on your journey to health. xo, Lora
Lora Smith
March 12, 2014
Rebecca, I am a friend of Pam Meade's also. I hope you find the support to continue these helpful treatments. Best wishes to you from Kentucky.
Nyoka Hawkins
March 11, 2014
It would be so difficult to have to feel this way. I hope you feel better soon and that the treatments are successful. I don't know you, but I am a friend of Pam Meade's.
Robin Mullins
March 11, 2014
SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR UNFORTUNATE HEALTH ISSUES, BUT SO GLAD TO KNOW THAT YOU ARE RESPONDING FAVORABLY TO THE NEW TREATMENT. WITH OUR PRAYERS, MAYBE YOU'LL BE BACK TO YOUR CHEERFUL, SWEET, YOU'LL BE BE BACK TO YOUR SWEET CHEERFUL, HEALTHY SELF AGAIN SOON. HOPE YOU'LL MOVE BACK IN THE APARTMENT OVER OUR HEADS AGAIN AND BE WORKING AT THE APPALSHOP VERY SOON. WE MISS YOU. PRAYERS AND LOVE GO WITH YOU.
OWEN & BARBARA WRIGHT
March 10, 2014
Thrilled to hear about the new treatment. Sending love to you - and some $$$. :)
Pam Meade
March 9, 2014
I meant "feeling well" of course. Should've checked before posting!
Madeline
March 9, 2014
Dear Rebecca,
I was shocked to hear of your health challenges! I've inquired about you from time to time and knew you weren't dealing well, but this is such a shock. I appreciate all you contributed to the work of AMI and the youth of the region. I wish I could do more to help, but will be holding you in the light and encouraging all who knew and cared for you to contribute towards your improved health!
Madeline
March 9, 2014
With all my best wishes Rebecca. Glad the hear about the treatment and please know that we are all pulling for you.
Caron Atlas
March 9, 2014
I knew Rebecca during my summer with AMI. Her bubbly personality was inspiring and I can't imagine any illness getting in the way of her zest for life. Rebecca, I wish you the best.
Amanda Allen Grieshaber
March 9, 2014
Rebecca, we have followed, through Julia, some of your challenges, and we are happy to be able to help by making a donation. Our hearts go with you to Switzerland. We wish you success in your upcoming treatment, and look forward to hearing that you are doing well. Hugs & love.
Alene Goren-Taylor
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