Cheryl hurt her neck moving clothes in her closet. Three days later she woke up and couldn’t move her whole right arm. There was some medical history that could have been an issue, but after a few weeks and many tests, doctors determined that she had an unknown virus effecting multiple muscles.
Cheryl says: “Being proactive and getting into PT quickly was as important as my stubborn resilience. I couldn’t get dressed, or go to the bathroom by myself! I have worked hard, but being in a positive atmosphere was crucial. In all of this, I still kept my sense of humor. Karen and the staff always seemed to want me to succeed. I still have a ways to go, but I can write (like a 6 year old), type, put my make-up on, and move my arm better!”
Karen says: “These weird new unexplainable viruses are uncharted territory. No one knows how long they will last. Even when Cheryl’s arm was so flaccid she had to keep it in a sling, she still came in with a smile and we had some laughs together. I am so impressed at her will to succeed and her drive to continue. She has a lot of responsibility at home, but I have never her her complain. Her motto of “one day at a time” is something we can all emulate. She really impacted and motivated me and all who work with her. I know she won’t stop until she’s 100%!”
Cheryl chose Bethany House as her charity. A $50 donation has been made to Bethany House in honor of Cheryl’s accomplishments here at Peak. Way to go Cheryl!!
