Miracle for Mom is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure for a rare brain diseases like Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's and ALS. The Foundation is inspired by Janice Murphy who battled the effects of PSP.
Each year Miracle For Mom puts the funds we raise to good use. We’ve donated to multiple organizations, research facilities, and families that need assistance. Below is a history of our year by year donations and assistance.
ASSISTANCE
2016: Donated rollator to Joan Mathews, Atlanta, GA
2017: Provided financial assistance to Jana Overstreet for power wheelchair, Atlanta, GA
2018: Purchased reclining wheelchair for Josefina Agagon, Winton, CA
2021: Purchased a car transfer lift for Brenda McDowell, Decatur, GA
2021-2022: Ongoing financial assistance to the Grady family
2022: Lift chair for Ronald Kaczorowski
DONATIONS
2014: $5,000 Donation made to Cure PSP
2015: $2,000 Donation made to Cure PSP
2016: $5,000 Donation made to Cure PSP
2016: $3,000 Donation made to Michael J Fox Foundation
2017: $20,000 Donation made to Emory Brain Health Center
2018: $30,000 Donation made to Rainwater Neurological Research Fund
2019: $30,000 Donation made to Emory Brain Health Center
2020: $15,000 Donation made to Emory Brain Health Center
2021: $30,000 Donation made to Emory Brain Health Center
2022: $25,000 Donation made to Emory Brain Health Center
2023: $25,000 Donation made to Emory Brain Health Center
ABOUT MOM
Born and raised in Indianapolis, Janice Murphy moved to Atlanta with her family in 1980. In August of 2010, Janice was diagnosed with a rare degenerative brain disease known as Progressive Supranuclear Palsy or PSP.
She battled the horrible effects of the disease which attacked nerve cells near her brain stem that controls walking, balance, mobility, vision, speech and swallowing. Janice began experiencing symptoms of PSP three years prior to her diagnosis. Unfortunately, her condition is often misdiagnosed.
PSP has no known cause, treatment or cure and approximately 5 out of every 100,000 people will develop it in their lifetime. Janice was a strong person who continued to fight this disorder while not missing a moment with her loving family.
PSP Links & Information
Progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) is a neurodegenerative brain disease that has no known cause, treatment or cure. It affects nerve cells that control walking, balance, mobility, vision, speech, and swallowing. Five to six people per 100,000 will develop PSP.
Symptoms begin, on average, when an individual is in the early 60′s, but may start as early as in the 40′s. PSP is slightly more common in men than women, but PSP has no known geographical, occupational or racial preference.
For more information, visit:
Cure PSP Official Site
Cure PSP facebook Group” target
Cure PSP on twitter” target
Cure PSP How To Videos on YouTube
““Miracle for Mom has been a tremendous blessing to our family while dealing with the difficulties of our father’s PSP diagnosis. We have received so much support from the organization both financially and emotionally. We are eternally grateful for the support of Miracle for Mom and in awe of the amazing things they continue to do for other families just like ours.””
““My Dad suffers from Parkinson’s Disease that has been progressing at a rapid rate in recent years. It has become an extreme physical, emotional, and financial burden on me and my sister, who are the only family he has. The lift chair has been able to assist my dad with his daily struggles. He is getting very much acclimated with the features and finds the chair helps him rest comfortably. His gratitude is displayed on his face daily which is such a joy if only for those moments. I cannot thank enough for this gift, and he sends his heartfelt appreciation as well. “”