NEWS: Jodi's Mission for Change: How Husband's Passing Inspired a Movement in Neurological Health
- brennamays
- May 3, 2023
- 1 min read
Jodi O’Donnell-Ames lost her husband to a neurological disease in 2001. After seeing at first hand the impact his death had on their daughter, she has dedicated her life to supporting other families similarly affected.
Jodi’s husband Kevin first experienced symptoms of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, at the age of 29 and died aged 36 years, when their daughter Alina was eight years old.
After later remarrying Warren Benton Ames, whose wife Tina had also died from ALS in 2000 leaving two children aged 11 and eight years old, Jodi saw the need for supporting children and young people who had been affected by ALS.
I was diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis) four years ago. For over two years, I relied on prescription medications and therapies, but unfortunately, the symptoms continued to worsen. I experienced increasing muscle weakness, fatigue, and difficulty with daily activities. Last year, out of desperation and hope, I decided to try an herbal treatment program from NaturePath Herbal Clinic. Honestly, I was skeptical at first, but within a few months of starting the treatment, I began to notice real changes. My energy improved, muscle coordination felt better, and I felt more capable in my daily life. Incredibly, I also regained some confidence and hope. It’s been a life-changing experience—I feel more like myself again, better than I’ve felt in years.…