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Welcome, compassionate souls, As you visit our Survivor Stories donation page, we invite you to delve into the heartfelt journeys of the resilient individuals who are part of our I Am My Sisters Keeper holistic mentorship program. Each face you see and each narrative shared represents a journey of courage, perseverance, and transformation.
Behind every story is a survivor who has found solace, support, and empowerment within our community. Through the Sisters Keeper program, these individuals are not just surviving; they are thriving, reclaiming their strength, and embracing their resilience.Your donations play a vital role in sustaining this empowering environment. By contributing, you are directly supporting the needs of these remarkable survivors during their time in the program. From essential resources to specialized care, your generosity ensures that every participant receives the support they deserve on their journey to healing and self-discovery.
As you read their stories and witness their resilience, we ask you to consider the profound impact of your support. Your donations serve as lifelines, offering hope, dignity, and a sense of belonging to those who need it most.Thank you for standing with us in solidarity and compassion. Together, we can continue to uplift and empower survivors, fostering a community of strength, healing, and resilience.
With heartfelt gratitude, Thee Blueprint Collective
Meet Bethena M.
I am proud to share my journey as a survivor of congestive heart failure. I was diagnosed with congestive heart failure in 2016, but a life-changing device gave me a second chance.
I am now a participant in the I Am My Sisters Keeper program, I'm committed to my healing and empowerment. But I need your help. Your donation will cover essential expenses like holistic wellness services, program activities, and personal needs, so I can focus on my transformation without added stress.
Please support me and my journey in the program by making a donation today. Your kindness will help me while on my travel towards healing and empowerment. Thank you!
Meet Laqunda S.
A Cancer Survivor’s Journey
As a typical teenage girl, I was eagerly preparing to start my freshman year of high school. During summer break, I woke up one morning to find two large lumps on the right side of my neck. Concerned, I showed my mom, and the next day, she took me to my pediatrician. The doctor quickly referred us to Palmetto Richland Children's Hospital, where I was admitted for further testing. Among various tests, a biopsy of the lumps was performed. A day or so later, we received the devastating news: the results were malignant—positive for cancer.
I was diagnosed with stage 4 Hodgkin's Lymphoma, which had already spread to four areas in my body which was my neck, chest ,lungs,& Pelvic . On July 3, 2002, at the age of 13, my world changed forever. I knew little about cancer, other than its potential to be fatal. I spent three weeks in the hospital, starting my chemotherapy treatments. I was discharged just three days before my 14th birthday.
The reality of my illness hit me one morning when I ran my hands through my hair, and it began to fall out in big chunks. Devastated, I burst into tears and sought comfort in my mom's arms. At that age, hair is a significant part of a teenage girl's identity. School started the next month, but I was homeschooled. I missed my entire freshman year, the chance to see my friends, and all the typical teenage experiences. Over the next few months, I underwent nine rounds of chemotherapy and four months of radiation therapy.
I completed my treatments and went into remission. However, in 2011, at the age of 22, I relapsed. On January 24, 2012, I underwent a stem cell transplant and have been in remission for Hodgkin's Lymphoma ever since.
On May 10, 2022, I was diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer (DCIS) at 34 years old. I had a partial mastectomy on my right breast and underwent two and a half weeks of radiation therapy. I am now on hormonal medication for five years, and thankfully, everything is in remission.
I have faced immense challenges since a young age, but these experiences made me realize that I had resilience within me, despite it all, I am proud to say I am a survivor, strengthened by every obstacle I've overcame.
