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Help Alicia raise money

For participating in Chuck's Run For Dystonia - 5km Run/Walk

My Story…

My name is Alicia McGill and I was diagnosed with Functional Dystonia in November, 2015. In 2010, I had my first collapse on my 27th birthday. My body was moving uncontrollably which looked a lot like someone having a seizure except my body couldn't stop. I was hospitalized for nearly a week. The neurologist at the hospital told me I had an episode of Dystonia and that it would never return. Since that time I have learned that indeed it is not gone. I have what is referred to as "episodes" of Dystonia which typically last 6 months every year. During an episode I am unable to walk properly, have severe neck twitching, have difficulty speaking due to a persistent stutter, it takes longer to process thought, and am exhausted. I have been turned down for medical help from 3 doctors and others have a 2 year waiting list. It is my hope that spreading awareness will help people like me get the help they need. Thank You For Your Support!!

Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Jun 07 Patrick Manion $100.00
Jun 07 Ron and Marlene Kaiser $100.00
Jun 07 cash cash submitted on Race Day $1,548.70
Jun 07 Sandra O'Sullivan $75.00
Jun 05 Anonymous $50.00
Jun 05 Scott Munro $250.00
Jun 04 Ricardo Bissember $50.00
Jun 04 Lisa Novotny $25.00
Jun 03 Kathleen Smith $25.00
Jun 03 Anonymous $365.00