Multiple Sclerosis is a debilitating disease that affects millions of people around the world. Since my dad was diagnosed, my family is not able to do as many adventurous and fun things as normal families. I have a great deal of responsibilities in and around my home since my dad can't do much physical labor. My main goal in life is to become a Nurse Practitioner. The money from this scholarship would help me to meet my academic dreams to become a Nurse Practitioner.
My dad was diagnosed in 2000. Throughout the years his tolerance of physical activity has gone significantly down. His legs bug him after sitting for periods of time. This prevents us from being able to go on road trips or long car rides, flying to visit family, hiking, rock climbing, and other physical activities. When I was younger my dad would take me to go rock climbing all over the state. We had so much fun together, but now we can't do it as much because he has become a lot weaker and can't go as long.
When my dad was in high school, he was on the soccer team. He was truly talented, and he was even asked to go to a try out for the Olympics! I played soccer when I was younger, and I would have loved to have my dad coach me. He couldn't because his legs and feet would bug him the longer he was on them.
Since my dad has struggles with physical activity, I have had …show more content…
When I was younger I had to go to an Endocrinologist because I wasn't producing enough growth hormone. I went every month for almost 6 years and every couple of months I had to get my blood drawn. Because I spent so much time at the Endocrinologist office and lab, I got to know the Nurse's and doctors. I loved them and I wanted to be like them. I took a Certified Nursing Assistant class last year and got my license. It was an amazing introduction to the health care field. I am currently in a Medical Assisting class to learn even more laboratory skills and get more experience in the health care
My dad was diagnosed in 2000. Throughout the years his tolerance of physical activity has gone significantly down. His legs bug him after sitting for periods of time. This prevents us from being able to go on road trips or long car rides, flying to visit family, hiking, rock climbing, and other physical activities. When I was younger my dad would take me to go rock climbing all over the state. We had so much fun together, but now we can't do it as much because he has become a lot weaker and can't go as long.
When my dad was in high school, he was on the soccer team. He was truly talented, and he was even asked to go to a try out for the Olympics! I played soccer when I was younger, and I would have loved to have my dad coach me. He couldn't because his legs and feet would bug him the longer he was on them.
Since my dad has struggles with physical activity, I have had …show more content…
When I was younger I had to go to an Endocrinologist because I wasn't producing enough growth hormone. I went every month for almost 6 years and every couple of months I had to get my blood drawn. Because I spent so much time at the Endocrinologist office and lab, I got to know the Nurse's and doctors. I loved them and I wanted to be like them. I took a Certified Nursing Assistant class last year and got my license. It was an amazing introduction to the health care field. I am currently in a Medical Assisting class to learn even more laboratory skills and get more experience in the health care