I remember my niece…
when she had everything under control. She had a bright future. Everything was going the way it was supposed to go. She enjoyed hanging out with friends and family. She had fun and enjoyed life. The world was there for her to grab and she should've been able to grab it. Flash forward to a now 22 year-old young woman. She is troubled—by herself and by those around her. She was suddenly hit with the delusions, paranoia, and hallucinations that are symptoms of schizophrenia. At age 15 her friends abandoned her, monsters prayed on her and took advantage; she had a baby who is now a year old and being raised by Ashley’s parents. It had become far too difficult for her parents and siblings to manage the sudden and chaotic symptoms of Ashley’s illness. Her life revolves around hospitals, doctors, and a search for the proper medication that will allow her to enjoy her life and family again. This has not happened yet….but we are hopeful. Ashley is currently living in a Transitional Housing Program, with the goal of coming home soon. In order for her to do that we need your help. We are trying to raise enough money to build a small livable "safe" space for her to call her own. A place where she can begin again.….

Please check out our posts below and then find the "Donate Button" to help Ashley and her family make it happen!!!
Check Out Ashley's FaceBook Page - "Ashley'S Journey"

Saturday, January 1, 2011

I had a BIRTHDAY!















This is my first update.

First off I have to say THANK YOU to everyone who's checked on this blog and my Facebook page. I can't tell you how much it means to me and my family to know how many people are willing to wish me well and volunteer to "help me begin again". I can't wait until I get to see all of you when the fundraising events start!
I turned 22 last week and had a small party at my aunt's house---I got all the candles on the the first blow! (maybe that means- "wishes do come true")?! I got to hang out with my family--I can't wait til I can move. I know it will be a while, and I'm trying to work on a few things so I can stay headed in the right direction. I feel better the last couple weeks and I think it shows---still got a lot of work to do--wish me luck. Nicki Minaj is communion! Check back next week...










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