Last year this cause became deeply personal for my family. My mother-in-law was recently diagnosed with early onset Alzheimer's just barely into her 60s. As a nurse for over 10 years, I've cared for many people who have lost their physical abilities and others who have lost their cognitive abilities. One thing I've learned is that life doesn't always follow the rules we think it should. Someone can do everything "right" and still face heartbreaking circumstances.
What I'm reminded of every single day is that tomorrow is never guaranteed. Because of that, I want to focus on the present-living fully, loving deeply, and supporting the people and causes that matter.
That's why I'm starting Hooks for Hope, a small crochet fundraiser to support Alzheimer's awareness and research. I am making small, multicolored, decorative mushrooms that can either stand or hang. My goal is to raise $500. Every piece I make and every donation will go toward helping families facing this disease and supporting the search for better treatments and, one day, a cure.
If you'd like to support, you can:
* Purchase a crochet mushroom for $10 ea. Comment number purchased and stand/hang if you have a preference.
* Donate to the fundraiser
*Share this post to help spread the word
Thank you for helping turn something painful into something hopeful.
Thank you to all our supporters
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Tribble Tribe
Mar 16, 2026
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Deanna Lipscomb
Mar 16, 2026
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Kari
Mar 22, 2026
<3
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Marcela Henderson
Mar 17, 2026
2 standing, 1 hanging Variety of colors including red Please deliver to Jenn T
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Kristen Kmcmorrison23@outlook.com
Mar 11, 2026
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Anonymous
Mar 15, 2026
I will take 2! 1 hanging and 1 standing please.
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I’ll take a combo of standing & hanging 🍄