Katie, 24 years old, UT | 2 DAYS WAITING |

Wish submitted by:

1999 Collective

Katie is an inspiring and courageous 24-year-old former foster youth and aspiring nursing student whose life was dramatically altered in June 2024 when she suffered a stroke due to a brain bleed caused by an Arterial Venous Malformation (AVM). After spending two months hospitalized, Katelyn has shown extraordinary fortitude, making a remarkable recovery by single-handedly teaching herself to walk and talk again through intensive physical, speech, and occupational therapy. Her unwavering focus is now entirely on returning to her nursing program this coming semester, determined to restart her journey toward her dream career despite the lasting disabilities resulting from the stroke.

As Katie bravely steps back into the demanding world of nursing school while navigating her recovery, she faces a substantial financial need. Unfortunately, her insurance did not cover all the resources required for her intensive rehabilitation and ongoing surgical treatments. She is requesting Amazon gift cards to purchase essential academic and medical necessities that will ensure her success in the program and beyond. These critical items include a reliable laptop for her studies, a stethoscope, specialized proper shoes for long clinical shifts, and notebooks. Fulfilling this wish is a direct investment in Katelyn’s future, providing her with the foundational tools she needs to overcome physical challenges and achieve her lifelong professional aspirations.