This adorable little girl is Isabel Poluchowicz, beloved only child of Anne and Andrei. She turned 1 in June, but when she was only 3 months of age, after multiple doctor appointments and several rounds of tests, her pediatrician diagnosed her with the devastating disease of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (S.M.A.), type I.

S.M.A. is an incurable genetic and degenerative muscular disorder, and Type I is the most severe form, with children in this category typically having a prognosis of 2 years. Isabel has rapidly lost the ability to swallow, move her limbs, and breathe without assistance. She lives with a permanent feeding tube and requires respiratory airway clearance multiple times a day to ensure she is comfortable and breathing well since she is too frail to do this herself.

After spending as many as 6 weeks at a time in the hospital, time away from work is making it difficult for this modest family to make ends meet and cover the exorbitant medical expenses. Any amount that you can donate to help us reach our $5,000 goal will be greatly appreciated!

Additionally, we will be holding an event on August 19th at Haymarket Pub & Brewery from 5 to 8pm. For event details and to purchase tickets, visit www.fundraiser4isabel.eventbrite.com

Thank you for your consideration and support!

Isabel's Fundraising Committee