I am walking in the Lupus Loop and Walk to End Lupus Now at the Philadelphia Navy Yard on Saturday, November 9, 2024. Please consider joining my mom’s team this year and/or making a 100% tax deduction donation. Click “Donate Now” on this page.
I walk for my MOM who has been living with Lupus almost my entire life.
My mom has had some bad periods during my lifetime but has never given up! This past year has been a challenge with her health, but she has learned to adapt as much as she can so that she can live life as best she can. At least most of the time. Sometimes she can do everything right and it doesn't seem to matter.
Unfortunately, I have learned just how many people don't really understand how drastically Lupus changes your everyday life and the struggles my mom faces every day since she hides them well. Sometimes even those who know her, but her struggles are real!
Having such an autoimmune disease like Lupus has caused her to develop several other conditions which contribute to the way she lives her life. She is one of the strongest people I know.
Please consider walking with us or donating to help improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus like my mom through programs of research, education, support, and advocacy.
Thank you!
Hope Heacock