In Support of Eric

What that short description cannot show is who Eric is inside all of this.

He has faced challenges that would cripple the average person, yet he continues working to be a good husband, a present father, a loyal friend, and an advocate for people facing frightening and poorly understood medical conditions. I often see him talking with patients and families across the world, helping them make sense of what is happening and reminding them that they are not alone.

Now, he needs help.

I often call Eric “Ford tough.” He is deeply sensitive, but just as determined to do right by everyone he loves. Even while living in a brain that no longer moves easily through the world, he keeps trying to show up for other people.

A service dog would not erase what has happened to him, but it could lessen the daily toll and give him a steadier path toward safety, independence, and companionship.

I simply want the chance to do right by him.

A service animal of the caliber he requires is no small expense — often starting at 25k. I am slowly setting money aside as a massage therapist, but it will be years without help. 

For these reasons, and so many more than I can fit on one page, I am asking you to help Eric receive the support he so freely gives to others. Any donation or share would mean more to our family than I can properly express.

Thank you,

Arielle
Eric’s wife