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Help Hope Live in the News

19-year-old Jacob Brewer seated in his manual wheelchair inside the home space his family has converted to a rehabilitation center.

A lightning strike, a miraculous survival, and the fight to walk again

For Jacob Brewer, the 5 years since a life-changing lighting strike are marked by relentless determination and community support.

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10-year-old Acaiyah Dandridge in Barcelona.

Young Boerne girl receives life-saving surgery in Spain

“Through fundraisers, media awareness campaigns and enlisting help with Help Hope Live, the Dandridges were able to raise over $34,000. The basic surgery is $21,500.”

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Tracy Lynn Hendrickson after a fresh haircut.

Sisters woman is a lesson in courage & faith

“Even accepting her body’s limitations, Hendrickson chooses hope and gratitude. If anyone can overcome these immense obstacles, it’s her.”

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Interview with Jennifer, mom of 14-year-old EllyAnnah Welch, by Muskegon Channel in May 2025.

Elly Welch – Learn About Prader-Willi Syndrome From Her Mom and How You Can Help

Jennifer explained the financial burdens that their family must fight against to bring a safe, healthy, and satisfying life within reach for their daughter.

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Dan Walker prior to his spinal cord injury on NBC 10.

Man left paralyzed after attack at NJ bar – community rallies behind recovery fund

The community is rallying to help 30-year-old Dan Walker to continue his dedicated rehabilitation after a February 2025 spinal cord injury.

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Andrew McGeady with mom Zinke.

Specialized van of Jackson man with cerebral palsy wrecked, but you can help replace it

Andrew McGeady’s community has raised over $18,000 in 3 weeks to help fund an accessible van.

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Stephen Watts and Jeanne Gustavson on their wedding day.

‘Love finds a way’ – a bond that overcame decades of separation

The love story that separated Stephen and Jeanne for 42 years culminated in a 2022 wedding, plus a 2023 fundraising campaign.

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David Stoddard and Rosemary Stoddard in the doorway of a home on news coverage that reads Woman Talks Long COVID - Conway.

Conway woman awaits double lung transplant to survive long COVID

Long COVID has left Rosemary Stoddard in need of a double lung transplant.

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From the Wheel With It podcast, photo of Sonny Mullen, Director of Outreach for Help Hope Live. Text reads Helping People with Disabilities Fundraise Despite Medicaid Restrictions.

Help Hope Live on the Wheel With It Podcast

Director of Outreach Sonny Mullen is interviewed on the Wheel With it podcast with host Devon Wieters.

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Yannick Benjamin grins from his manual wheelchair.

My Restaurant Was Named One of New York City’s Best. Here’s Why It Closed.

For people like Yannick, pursuing a creative career means giving up the security of health care coverage and financial stability.

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