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Special Edition: ‘In Case You Missed It’ Highlights – 11/13

Special Edition: ‘In Case You Missed It’ Highlights – 11/13

November 13, 2022
Your chance to give back this holiday season starts now. We’re raising $550,000 as we close out 2022 and we are grateful for your help. The donation you make today funds the services and care for hundreds of people at Momentum. Our programs and homes are designed to best meet their needs. This is your chance to grow with our organization. Together, with your generosity, we can help those we support live without barriers.
 
Stories of Impact –
See Who You are Helping with Your Donation
 
 
Ariana’s chromosome abnormality wasn’t known until she was born. Even then, doctors were not able to provide an exact prognosis. “It was hard to process her diagnosis. We had no idea. It was scary because I didn’t know the resources available.” Prior to finding Momentum, Maira was concerned for Ariana’s future because she hadn’t met a number of developmental milestones.
 
A few short weeks into the Leaps and Bounds class, Ariana’s mother Maira is already seeing a difference in her daughter: “She’s battling a lot more with her movement, getting stronger.” Now the family is comforted and confident knowing the therapists at Momentum PTN services are here to help guide Ariana along the way.
 
“You can tell the staff has so much knowledge and patience with Ariana. We know she’s in good hands when we take her to class. It makes me feel good knowing my daughter is being taken care of.”
 
 
Spend an afternoon with Don and you’ll learn about his love for the Dodgers, Gwen Stefani’s music, gardening, and advocacy. “I’m passionate about improving other people’s quality of life.” That passion stems from overcoming the challenges of living with a disability since birth.
 
In 2002, Don was first diagnosed with cancer. He’s beaten it twice, crediting doctors and the support of family, friends, and staff at Momentum. “It’s emotional to talk about, but I’m a positive person who was determined to beat it.” And he did. 
 
Like you, he dedicates himself to growing Momentum to help more people and we’re grateful he gives so much of himself. Don helps lead the advocacy committee to improve operations for residents and staff. He plants ideas like he does marigolds, rosemary, and sunflowers in his garden. “You have to make it like life. You have to ensure the water can reach the seeds. As I turn 60 next year, I’m still learning, still growing. I hope my story can help others.”