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Breanna’s Story

Site created on November 7, 2023

In November of 2022 Breanna's movements became slower and she felt like she was walking through mud as she pursued her love of hiking. She began experiencing what is known as "foot drop," she was no longer able to lift and flex her left foot.

On October 3, 2023, after many other doctor appointments, Breanna met with a neurologist at the University of Washington Medical Center and endured yet another EMG. That date will always be known to Bre's loved ones as "Diagnosis Day." She was given the diagnosis of ALS or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. Often referred to as Lou Gehrig's disease, this degenerative motor-neuron disease was brought to greater awareness in 2014 with the "Ice Bucket" challenge that swept through social media. It is a terminal diagnosis and her neurologist confirmed that the prognosis for most ALS patients is three to five years. However, in the last month since she was diagnosed her functionality has plummeted. She now has to use a wheelchair to leave her home and she can no longer drive or prepare food for herself.

Breanna is the mother of three children. Living with ALS as a single mother without a primary care giver is her greatest challenge to date. We are currently taking turns visiting Bre to ensure she is never alone. As Breanna looks to a shorter future and mourns the loss of the things she loved to do, your words of support, meals, visits and gifts make a huge difference in her outlook and the memories we make with her.

Newest Update

Journal entry by Cara Davis — Jan 27, 2024

Bre had a visit at the ALS Clinic at the University of Washington this week. We are so grateful their professionalism and for the village that they offer to try and help.

We also need to express heartfelt thanks to all who continue to reach out to Breanna, to visit and support and for the love she was shown from friends and strangers alike from Spokane this week. Bless you and thank you!

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