Life After Fentanyl

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  • Опубліковано 13 січ 2024
  • In this update to a story we published in May, 2023, Jeffrey's mother shares her story of triumphs and struggles with insurance, medical care, and rehabilitation for her son, a victim of fentanyl poisoning who survived, but is enduring a long road for recovery.
    Follow Jeffrey's progress here: / @jessicavarian
    Find the original story from our Fentanyl Poisoning Series here - • FENTANYL POISONING: A ...
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  • @cherhitchcock6172
    @cherhitchcock6172 Місяць тому +15

    What’s the point in having insurance. We pay high premiums and yet they still don’t want to pay us back SHAME ON ALLLLLLLL OF THEM.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN Місяць тому +2

      Wait to watch the 3rd interview that we just film with TEXAS PICTURES DOCUMENTARIES

  • @suesmith23
    @suesmith23 Місяць тому +57

    My nephew had a traumatic brain injury and was on life support the doctors told my family to turn off the machine which they were opposed to
    Today he is a healthy young man with not one problem

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN Місяць тому +3

      That’s a BEAUTIFUL story !
      If doctors would gotten their way, your family would have bury him long time ago.

    • @allenbrown7127
      @allenbrown7127 Місяць тому +4

      God Bless him and your Family

    • @AmberU
      @AmberU Місяць тому

      Good for him and your family. But brain injuries are case by case and individual by individual and severity can range so your nephew coming out ok is clearly not her son. And the only reason they to get ppl off ventilators when ppl have serious brain injuries because most times the prognosis is not good and they want to save the patient and family a fate like Jeffery. Brain cells do not regenerate or come back to life when damaged unfortunately.

    • @lexonline2424
      @lexonline2424 Місяць тому +2

      The human body is amazing and God is almighty! Bless your strong and beautiful family!❤

    • @softshoedancer
      @softshoedancer 29 днів тому

      ​@@AmberUI might agree with you Amber, but then again I might not, if I knew WTF you were saying

  • @jackymartinez7502
    @jackymartinez7502 4 місяці тому +673

    She is the true definition of Momma bear! God bless her and her family!!

    • @schoolinJOO
      @schoolinJOO 4 місяці тому +13

      she is amazing. i encourage you to follow her channel

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 3 місяці тому +9

      @@schoolinJOO thank you for helping me to feel secure of myself and strong. Your words helps me a lot to continue. Negative words makes me feel terrible, because I have so much in my mind. My hearts carries so much that it is hard when you are doing everything you can and someone out of the blue says so unkind. MY STRENGTH IS UNNATURAL,
      I AM CERTAIN IT IS GOD, because WHO CAN DO ALL THIS BUT WITH HIM !!!! HELPING US THIS WAY.

    • @idontusepunctuationsodontc4425
      @idontusepunctuationsodontc4425 2 місяці тому +6

      ​@@JESSICAVARIANbut it is for the the strength of GOD please do not give up that faith even in your darkest days and please please please do not give any attention or thought to the negative people they live to bring others down and you have noplace for the negative thoughts with all you have on your plate dont let the trolls in immediately block them and stop reading from them GOD bless you and your son on your journey

    • @juliehartley3325
      @juliehartley3325 2 місяці тому +5

      God Bless you mom and dad God is with you always, you are a Testimony love you❤

    • @Grammichal
      @Grammichal Місяць тому

      @@juliehartley3325 And Jeffrey is with the Lord.. now face to face. His mom & dad are deeply grieving but will turn their attention to fentanyl epidemic awareness ASAP

  • @jocelynpena2470
    @jocelynpena2470 4 місяці тому +274

    She sounds very knowledgeable and she trusted herself in supporting her son. Also, kids if you chose drugs, think about who you will be hurting besides yourself. Shes a warrior mom. Accept nothing but what you know your kids deserve. Nobody will fight harder than a mother who loves her child.

    • @CreativeOne-ll8et
      @CreativeOne-ll8et 3 місяці тому +13

      Yes, she is a Hero Mom, and my brother is sick right now as I write this and he also can't speak for himself, and my mom has conservatorship of my brother, she is ill, and she shouldn't be taking care of him anymore, pray that my brother gets better, and she takes my brother to the doctors. And at this point if my brother gets worse it's going to be her fault! When parents get Parkinsons they shouldn't be taking care of their severely mentally disabled adult children, anymore nor should they have conservatorship. Im angry my mother isn't doing anything for my brother that she should be doing, most would say that she shouldn't be his caretaker anymore. I need to know how to help my brother!

    • @tamtam8700
      @tamtam8700 2 місяці тому +4

      @@CreativeOne-ll8etI just watched this video and it breaks my heart for her. She obviously cares for her son, that she would do anything to help him. I am really disgusted with Blue across Blue Shield, and I feel like they already know that they are going to deny her appeal. I would suggest you keep on sharing your story about Jeffrey, he is a beautiful person and you should never have to worry about the financial part of his rehabilitation. I don’t know if you have a gofundme, but if you don’t I would definitely set one up. Your mom is a little firecracker and if she puts the energy into raising funds for his healthcare, I’m sure many people would donate…..😊

    • @Grammichal
      @Grammichal Місяць тому +4

      @@CreativeOne-ll8et Adult Protective Services? An attorney? A pastor? Talk to relatives? Google advice? ❤️

    • @Grammichal
      @Grammichal Місяць тому

      @@tamtam8700 Jeffrey is with the Lord.. now face to face. His mom & dad are deeply grieving but will turn their attention to fentanyl epidemic awareness ASAP.

    • @64young
      @64young Місяць тому +1

      However , if you could ask Jeffrey if he would want to live the rest of Liz lifelike this what do you think he would say??? I know he is fighting but also you have to remember it is the quality of his life mom not you as a mother with a baby that has a cold… this is serious stuff When you choose drugs you choose death especially fentanyl and bc bs doesn’t care what the mother wants it’s called your problem not theirs …. I know I e been there , but do t give up he’s gone this far and I hope he gets better just for his sake .. what if something would happen to you mom??? What would happen to your son then??? It is the worst imaginable thing 💜🙏🏼💜🙏🏼💜🙏🏼💜🙏🏼💜🙏🏼💜🙏🏼💜🙏🏼💜🙏🏼god be with you and Jeffrey………

  • @honeybunch5765
    @honeybunch5765 4 місяці тому +200

    These are such horror stories. These videos should be shown at schools all the time.

    • @TexasPictures
      @TexasPictures  4 місяці тому +38

      A few are. We’re working on increasing awareness in schools.

    • @springfauna1465
      @springfauna1465 2 місяці тому +11

      I agree!!! I'm going to show this to my supervisor at the transition home I work for. We deal with women coming off alcohol and drugs, and just last month we lost one of our graduates to a fentanyl overdose. It broke our hearts, and we don't want anyone else to go through this!!!

    • @Slick-Wit-it
      @Slick-Wit-it 2 місяці тому

      @@springfauna1465. Sorry for your loss. But may I ask what made this person decide to do the drug after being clean?

    • @juliehartley3325
      @juliehartley3325 2 місяці тому +2

      Yes do it !! no time to waste !!!!

    • @kateschroth3304
      @kateschroth3304 Місяць тому

      Amen!!

  • @Whippy99
    @Whippy99 4 місяці тому +360

    Nothing compares to the love of a mother for her child.

    • @SonjaBlade608
      @SonjaBlade608 2 місяці тому +8

      This is true for good Mothers & Fathers.. Please know that not all parents love their children, I know because I was born to an abusive parent who hurt my soul.

    • @Whippy99
      @Whippy99 2 місяці тому +5

      @@SonjaBlade608 I’m so, so sorry you had to go through this. I can only imagine how hurt your soul must be. I wish you every happiness in the future. ❤️❤️

    • @lynryall1317
      @lynryall1317 2 місяці тому +6

      As long as she is a good mother....mine was not.

    • @juliehartley3325
      @juliehartley3325 2 місяці тому +4

      Amen so true !!!!!!

    • @Grammichal
      @Grammichal Місяць тому +2

      Jeffrey is with the Lord.. now face to face. Infection - early this month of March 2024. His mom & dad are deeply grieving but will turn their attention to fentanyl epidemic awareness ASAP

  • @gamecockjenny
    @gamecockjenny 4 місяці тому +714

    The insurance companies are the biggest liers in the world. Keep fighting for your family members whom is in a medical situation. Never give up.

    • @myreasonforlife.9511
      @myreasonforlife.9511 4 місяці тому +29

      so is there re hab centers and rehab homes the worse they are the more money they make. including pharmacuticals.

    • @NStreit04
      @NStreit04 4 місяці тому +45

      I have a relative whose job it is to deny claims for BC/BS of Texas. I’m always disgusted with her job but this makes me even more appalled. She tried to get me into the line of work when I was 18 and didn’t know better. Praise the lord that didn’t happen. Why do we all pay so much money for healthcare if they don’t care about life

    • @louern123
      @louern123 4 місяці тому

      insurance is a complete scam. the main goal is that they screw us over and make money. so freaking immoral

    • @SUPERFLUID88
      @SUPERFLUID88 4 місяці тому

      The hospital wants you to pull the plug the insurance company find a way to deny your claim welcome to democracy

    • @shannonyates8477
      @shannonyates8477 4 місяці тому +13

      So I clicked on life after fent title. So far I'm hearing a recitation of advance directive code and railing against ins companies. You obviously will n he is out of the hospital is he happy? Is he going to ever be independent? Is he suffering mentally emotionally physically? If he seems happy I'd say good call. You got a long haul of taking care of him. After you die who's caring for him? I'm not being rude or mean I have seen this call a few times close up and you just never ever can know!!

  • @jessicagrover402
    @jessicagrover402 4 місяці тому +627

    God love this mother. Everyone should have a mother like her. Sending so much love to her and Jeffrey ❤

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +28

      Sending back much of our Love to you as well. Thank you for those words.

    • @nojudgementherewithtishross
      @nojudgementherewithtishross 4 місяці тому +15

      @JESSICAVARIAN ma’am I would be very honored if you would like to share your journey thus far on my podcast.

    • @TexasPictures
      @TexasPictures  4 місяці тому +13

      @nojudgementherewithtishross - you're welcome to send us an email (info@texas-pictures.com) regrading your interest in Jessica sharing on your podcast and we can forward your message to her.

    • @nojudgementherewithtishross
      @nojudgementherewithtishross 4 місяці тому +10

      @@TexasPictures thank you so very much! I sure will. Thank you and God Bless!

    • @NStreit04
      @NStreit04 4 місяці тому +22

      She’s a powerhouse and a role model

  • @taramay000
    @taramay000 4 місяці тому +72

    This woman is the mother of the century. A Mother knows their child… keep fighting!!

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 3 місяці тому +4

      Love you ! 😘

    • @Grammichal
      @Grammichal Місяць тому

      Jeffrey is with the Lord.. now face to face. Infection - early this month of March 2024. His mom & dad are deeply grieving but will turn their attention to fentanyl epidemic awareness ASAP

    • @taramay000
      @taramay000 Місяць тому

      @@Grammichal I am so sorry to hear that. Their grief must be incomprehensible. I sincerely hope they are okay.

  • @LauraJ-cm2pf
    @LauraJ-cm2pf 4 місяці тому +166

    After dealing with the insurance company during my mom's brain surgeries , I learned they are the biggest scams . They do not care about life, it's all about the money. The love of money is the root to all evil. I am so sorry you are going through this. I will keep all of you in my prayers. ❤

    • @qtben17
      @qtben17 4 місяці тому +16

      Yes they are fast on collections but slow to approving treatments. Capital greed for these businesses

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +16

      Thank you
      We need MORE SPIRITUAL WARRIORS fighting by our side in the heavily realms

    • @cristinakrustynini7382
      @cristinakrustynini7382 3 місяці тому +5

      La cosa vergognosa è la vostra sanità privata questa è davvero una barzelletta!!io sono una tossicodipendente eppure mantenuta in Ospedale per 6mesi in fin di vita e per colpa mia gratis… sono tornata alla mia figlia sono tanto felice

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 3 місяці тому +2

      @@cristinakrustynini7382 what can I say? In grand part is true what you said.

    • @RLFinTX
      @RLFinTX 2 місяці тому +5

      @@JESSICAVARIAN I am in Houston, and I will not stop praying for you and Jeffrey!! May God show you his love and grace to you today, and every day forward! 🙏🏻💜

  • @therealdachshunddjangosmom
    @therealdachshunddjangosmom 4 місяці тому +68

    This Mom is a force to be reckoned with!
    Stunning ❤

    • @deborahdrinka5870
      @deborahdrinka5870 4 місяці тому +5

      Thank you for fighting for your son. This happens so much more than people realize. I will keep praying for him and for your strength as his caregiver. You are an amazing mom always giving credit to God. Your so encouraging.

  • @christinagiacchetti2290
    @christinagiacchetti2290 4 місяці тому +64

    I take care of my brother who was 16 in a accident and basically was told to take him off life support and let him die and my Mother refused to do that so he was let go from rehab and my Mother since then has been his caregiver, mother and nurse. He is walking, talking and trying to do what he can by his self and then we lost my Mom in 2019 and my brother was then given to me to take care of, and a promise to my Mom that I would take care of him. I quit my job and moved into his home where my mom and brother lived and have spent the last 4 years including through Covid taking care of him. I think if they would allow him to get more Rehab and Physical Therapy he would be farther along. He lost 74% of his brain and was thought to be Brain Dead. We do lots of stuff and I teach him New words. My prayers for you and Jefferey. We live literally with the Court deciding what we can do and live poor. I’m alone and it’s hard sometimes and also rewarding. Thank you for sharing your story! 🥰

    • @TexasPictures
      @TexasPictures  4 місяці тому +7

      Wonderful story, thank you for sharing.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +7

      I am incredibly touched by what you shared. What a wonderful people, what a wonderful family. What’s your brother’s name. I do agree with you, if he would have received WORTHY of his Neuro issue Neuro plasticity therapy he would be doing great!!!!

    • @lblack1961
      @lblack1961 2 місяці тому +3

      💗💗🙏🏾🙏🏾

    • @christinagiacchetti2290
      @christinagiacchetti2290 2 місяці тому +3

      @@JESSICAVARIAN Shawn is his name and Thank you for the Kind words.

    • @JohnFKennedy420
      @JohnFKennedy420 2 місяці тому +5

      You are a saint. I mean, I would do the same thing for my older brother no question. But still, props to you for caring for your family like that. as much as you and I can take an amazing family for granted, not everyone can. Thank you for being who you are

  • @Blingedoutbymel
    @Blingedoutbymel 4 місяці тому +290

    Does she have a go fund me? I’d be willing to help. I can’t imagine what she’s going through, this is such an injustice.

    • @TexasPictures
      @TexasPictures  4 місяці тому +70

      There's a link to her channel in the description. You can reach out to Jessica there. She would appreciate it.

    • @heatherhoppi5720
      @heatherhoppi5720 4 місяці тому +17

      Absolutely would donate. So sorry ❤️

    • @JohnSmith-vr9if
      @JohnSmith-vr9if 2 місяці тому +5

      Go fund me is not secure

    • @tamtam8700
      @tamtam8700 2 місяці тому +3

      what does that mean, it’s not secure ?

    • @Grammichal
      @Grammichal Місяць тому +6

      Jeffrey is with the Lord.. now face to face. Infection - early this month of March 2024. His mom & dad are deeply grieving but will turn their attention to fentanyl epidemic awareness ASAP

  • @cinramirez8627
    @cinramirez8627 4 місяці тому +202

    I’m glad that she did her homework and has always advocated for the healthcare of her son. 💝 She’s a fighter as is Jeffrey. Insurance companies are a joke.

  • @charlottehorn6338
    @charlottehorn6338 4 місяці тому +78

    My son overdosed on heroin, suffered brain anoxia, lost his short term memory, was in ICU and doctors worked hard to 'bring him back' he is working hard at his recovery, its a struggle but thank God he has medical aid fund, without that he would have surely died in our state hospitals. Much love and hug from South Africa to you mom and Jeffrey, God bless❤

    • @interrupted9671
      @interrupted9671 4 місяці тому +6

      Best of Luck with your son! ❤️

    • @justmyopinion2
      @justmyopinion2 4 місяці тому +10

      My middle aged son was without a heartbeat for 25 minutes due to Fentanyl and he was resuscitated, he had severe brain damage from anoxia. When the nurses would touch him he would shake and tremor. They told me at times his arms would flail and they would have to restrain him. 😢He was on life support for 11 days, he was an organ donor, and then they let him go after everything was arranged. It was a very hard decision to make. The doctors said he couldn't see, hear, or think and I couldn't keep him alive like that. Best of luck to you and your son.

    • @Grammichal
      @Grammichal Місяць тому +3

      @@justmyopinion2 Jeffrey is with the Lord.. now face to face. Infection - early this month of March 2024. His mom & dad are deeply grieving but will turn their attention to fentanyl epidemic awareness ASAP

    • @justmyopinion2
      @justmyopinion2 Місяць тому +3

      @@Grammichal, it's really heartbreaking! My sympathies sent to his parents.

    • @Grammichal
      @Grammichal Місяць тому +1

      @@justmyopinion2 Amen. 🙏

  • @changeosity3938
    @changeosity3938 4 місяці тому +77

    I totally relate. Our daughter was brain damaged in a road accident, and in our darkest hours, we had to find the strength to fight against our insurer when they should have been supporting us. Some health insurers are broken. Their processes are designed to break you, so you give up and go away. Totally inhuman

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +7

      Yes!

    • @MsRotorwings
      @MsRotorwings 2 місяці тому +8

      It depends on the amount of brain damage your daughter suffered.
      As a Nurse I’ve watched many patients family members unable and unwilling to let go.
      If it were me I’d want to be let go.
      This is no way to live.
      If I was total care l would be suffering unbearably. Sometimes death is preferable to the misery.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 2 місяці тому +7

      @@MsRotorwings you are right. However Jeffrey case is SUPERNATURAL… we have already 17 miracles and they keep coming - Jeffrey recovery is REMARKABLE and the finish work will be absolutely INSPIRATIONAL! … For a movie

    • @kingsleylalibela8948
      @kingsleylalibela8948 2 місяці тому +1

      @@MsRotorwings wow... Who knocked the wind out of your sails? Yo, just find a new line of work... U sound like you have the burnouts..

    • @stefkakratseva4880
      @stefkakratseva4880 Місяць тому +1

      This the disgusting US system😮😮😮! Billionernes and poor ppl in need are left to fight for themselves!!! They need to beg for help!😮😮😮 Totally inhuman!

  • @tajaydestroyerandlesean4419
    @tajaydestroyerandlesean4419 4 місяці тому +127

    Keep going !! Your son is lucky to have amazing parents like you❤ God bless you

  • @lesliecano4963
    @lesliecano4963 4 місяці тому +46

    She is so on point as she articulates her experience with the horribly profit driven healthcare system in the USA. No matter the cause of the illness, at some point the insurance companies will literally “close the books” on the humans who cost them the most. It’s disgusting.

    • @nojudgementherewithtishross
      @nojudgementherewithtishross 4 місяці тому +5

      1000% truth

    • @emadhs1997
      @emadhs1997 4 місяці тому +6

      Unfortunately it would be the case in most countries. Countries with an NHS would have pulled the plug a long time ago and you wouldn’t get a say. It’s terrible anywhere you go.

  • @sharonbignell6113
    @sharonbignell6113 4 місяці тому +30

    When I broke my leg in Canada. United Health care would not pay the hospital bills because it happened out of the US, even though an emergency out of the country is covered. We called from the hospital and they said I was covered. They lied. We will never have universal health care, because the insurance companies would lose too much money

  • @berlynify
    @berlynify 4 місяці тому +96

    It's a profit-share system, not a healthcare system .. praying for Jeffrey's full & complete recovery..& for his parents to be properly supported (financially, mentally, emotionally etc.) throughout his recovery. HEALTHCARE REFORM - NoW! ❤🙏🏽🕊

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +6

      Thank you. We are exhausted… Seriously exhausted.

    • @berlynify
      @berlynify 4 місяці тому +4

      Love never fails ..1 Corinthians 13:8@@JESSICAVARIAN

    • @w124mercedes7
      @w124mercedes7 2 місяці тому +2

      So how long is insurance supposed to pay out. If a hospital is not being paid who pays fo the doctors. Are they supposed to work free and not support their families. Look at all the hospitals around the country who closed their doors because it wasn't making enough to pay the bills and staff. Now america has over 8 million people in the past 3 1/2 years who are now here flooding hospitals.
      I went to the emergency room and was told there was over a 6 hour wait because doctors are quitting and starting private practice where they can get paid and feed their families. I paid into the system for 41 years. Now I'm on ssi. There are things
      Insurance won't pay for and doctors won't treat me for free but I understand why.
      Everyone has the right to get paid. Yes doctors make good money but went to school for many years and are probably paying 10 years or more for their education. You cant expect health care workers to work free..
      Onto of all the people who don't pay what they owe.

    • @MagpieAnnie73
      @MagpieAnnie73 5 днів тому

      @@w124mercedes7 We will be seeing hospitals collapsing Some are already near collapse.

  • @kp4636
    @kp4636 4 місяці тому +110

    He is making EXCELLENT PROGRESS! I am so impressed seeing him in his equipment. I am blow away at him attempting to sing and singing to the music. He has working memory, and that is amazing! ❤
    And mom, seriously, you are AMAZING! I am SO proud of you for noticing all of the failures and lack of therapies when he was in the place before he came home! For you to notice regression is so impressive. I cried so many times watching him because I see the progress! I would NEVER give up on him! He has so much potential.
    I watch this channel all the time. This is one of the most moving stories I have seen yet. I also think this one hits home for me, personally, because of what I do for a living. If you know how slow progress can be, you would understand how amazing this story truly is. Thank GOD for this amazing mom! You are a very special angel!
    Thanks to all who made this video possible. Excellent job.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +26

      No words to say … I am speechless and with a knot in my throat -/ I feel so validated when someone like you speaks and provides perspective. I am completely alone and the fight is getting to my innermost DNA 🧬 Chain - I am tired, I am sad, I am exhausted, BUT I am lioness that will die bleeding and fighting with my cub close to my heart.

    • @luisaalmeida3007
      @luisaalmeida3007 2 місяці тому

      Unfortnelly he died...

    • @Grammichal
      @Grammichal Місяць тому

      @@luisaalmeida3007
      Yes,​​⁠ Jeffrey is now with the Lord face to face and fully healed. Infection - early this month of March 2024. His mom & dad are deeply grieving but will turn their attention to fentanyl epidemic awareness ASAP

    • @yvonnedeboer7535
      @yvonnedeboer7535 Місяць тому +3

      ​@@JESSICAVARIANI've heard you lost the battle ...I pray for you. You're the best mom Jeffrey could have wished for! ❤❤❤from the Netherlands 🇳🇱

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN Місяць тому

      @@yvonnedeboer7535 thank you Yvonne

  • @Sweetdee28
    @Sweetdee28 2 місяці тому +9

    RIP - Jeffery 😢 you were a true fighter!

  • @DavidBrown-nd9mf
    @DavidBrown-nd9mf 3 місяці тому +24

    I don't know this family but the level of respect I have for them is enormous. I'm extremely proud of Jeffery for his extreme determination to get better. This touched my heart more than I could ever describe. My mother and I are extremely close. She brought me back from the brink of death due to a terrible addiction to prescription pain meds. When a mother cares this much anything is possible.

  • @milena7043
    @milena7043 4 місяці тому +75

    Unfortunately it's not only Blue Cross Blue Shield, it's most of health insurance that work that way.
    My heart goes out to the mother, it has to be really hard on her and the family.
    Thanks for sharing @Texas Pictures Documentaries

    • @TexasPictures
      @TexasPictures  4 місяці тому +9

      Thank you for your frequent comments.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +6

      Thank you so much!

    • @BTmomma
      @BTmomma 4 місяці тому +6

      Insurance companies suck. You pay exorbitant fees to have insurance and they deny care your personal provider deems necessary. They are practicing medicine without a license. It's disgusting.

    • @deannataylor6412
      @deannataylor6412 Місяць тому

      Yes, it’s horrible

  • @PinkPaws88
    @PinkPaws88 4 місяці тому +29

    We need more loving,caring people like this mother ❤️

  • @marydabbadie1175
    @marydabbadie1175 Місяць тому +6

    I am so sorry ..to find out today Jeffrey has passed.Know that he is well,with our Lord in heaven..To all the other many families..that have lost family member's.. My heart goes out to all of you.

  • @dfweurocars
    @dfweurocars 2 місяці тому +3

    My mother, who suffered from NMO, always said, "Blue Cross Blue Shield is not my health advocate, they are my HEALTH OBSTACLE!!!" - Perla Johnson R.I.P. Mom, see ya on the other side.

  • @AmericaFirstChic721
    @AmericaFirstChic721 2 місяці тому +6

    What an amazing human this mother is! She is SPOT ON about BCBS and every other insurance company. I needed life-saving meds in 2020 after 2 collapsed lungs and the continued to deny it for months. I see that Jeffrey crossed over to heaven on 3/6/24. God bless this family and comfort them during this unfathomable time.

  • @user-ce7uu3es1o
    @user-ce7uu3es1o 4 місяці тому +26

    Jeffery definitely has a purpose on this earth. His work here is not done. He is a miracle. I've had so many people overdose and pass away. My prayers are with Jeffery, mom and family..God Bless ❤

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +3

      Thank you thank you thank you thank you
      A thousand times

  • @deenalandstrom6924
    @deenalandstrom6924 4 місяці тому +65

    GOD BLESS YOU, mom!! GOD has a very special place in Heaven for you. And in my opinion, this video should be aired on nationwide television (if it hasn't been already) & everyone needs to see it. Thank you for sharing.
    WAY TO GO, Jeffery! I apologize if I spelled your name wrong.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +19

      Thank you for your support
      Right now we need a
      tsunami of supporters, because we need voices, people who fight for us. We need help.

  • @brandishiverdecker8228
    @brandishiverdecker8228 4 місяці тому +50

    Thank you for speaking the truth and fighting against the injustices against addiction or human beings suffering with addiction! Your courage and strength are admirable! Sending prayers from Indiana! 🙏🏻❤️💪🏼

  • @miannahmacc
    @miannahmacc 4 місяці тому +47

    mom has beautiful eyes and such a soldier

    • @KainsFleshlight
      @KainsFleshlight 4 місяці тому +1

      Seriously they are almost like a red

    • @Whippy99
      @Whippy99 4 місяці тому +5

      Beautiful amber coloured eyes 😍

  • @SailinCalifornia
    @SailinCalifornia 4 місяці тому +20

    What a strong mother you are. Faith is amazing.

  • @aniajacksontruthandgrace2606
    @aniajacksontruthandgrace2606 4 місяці тому +22

    Wow, Jeffrey is so blessed to have his mom advocate for him like a true lioness!!! Momma you are amazing, God bless you and give you strenght and wisdom!!! ❤❤❤

  • @penniswift
    @penniswift Місяць тому +2

    You are an incredible advocate, mother, human being.

  • @lornadenisevalverde3580
    @lornadenisevalverde3580 Місяць тому +2

    Your a mother of strong will. I got excited along with you with every mile stone jerrery passes and my heart sink with yours every time i hear the insurance company choose not to support jeffery..
    I am so sorry you and your family have to endure this experience....
    One thing i know Jeffery knows his mama love him and will fight for him forever and a day.

    • @TexasPictures
      @TexasPictures  Місяць тому

      I'm sorry to share that Jeffrey passed away March 6th from a bacterial infection. 😔

  • @bjdavis51
    @bjdavis51 4 місяці тому +48

    I absolutely love this sweet, dear lady! God bless her!

  • @user-xg2mu6xe6c
    @user-xg2mu6xe6c 3 місяці тому +8

    So sorry this happened to her and her family. I believe that this should be showed in schools!!!

  • @lindagibson9528
    @lindagibson9528 4 місяці тому +24

    This is such a sad story...But very True story! Insurance companies don't care if you survive or not!!
    I Pray Jeffrey gets the rehab he needs.
    God Bless this family.

  • @marinachavez3554
    @marinachavez3554 4 місяці тому +12

    She is so smart. And such a huge fighter. Jeffrey is very blessed to have her as a mom.

  • @laney3182
    @laney3182 4 місяці тому +25

    I’ve been following your story. You are a pillar of faith and perseverance.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +8

      Thank you … there are times that I feel like the twin towers - falling apart - crumbling - debased … BUT so quickly the Holy Spirit picks me up and light my way and gives me perspective.

    • @KoalaBeer.
      @KoalaBeer. 4 місяці тому +2

      @@JESSICAVARIANHow is he now? Baby steps,

  • @Jojo-gg6jc
    @Jojo-gg6jc 3 місяці тому +10

    I have to say that your son has the best advocates for his health care. Insurance companies are nothing but money makers and the patients mean nothing but a number. God bless you and your family 🙏💙🙏

  • @angelagreen3642
    @angelagreen3642 Місяць тому +3

    Such a precious mama. ❤

  • @user-ek2bl7jr3j
    @user-ek2bl7jr3j Місяць тому +3

    I admire this woman so much to stand up, and say the truth about the systems wow.
    She's a fayter for her sun ❤
    God bless you and your family 🙏✝️💐

  • @realMoMoPuFF
    @realMoMoPuFF 4 місяці тому +24

    I understand that this brave mom fights for his son, and how hospitals and even the law is against them.
    But I couldn't live like this.
    I told my parents a few times that if something happens to me and my brain, just let me go.
    Not to mention that what would happen to me after my parents die? Who would take care of me?

    • @TexasPictures
      @TexasPictures  4 місяці тому +3

      Jeffrey continues to improve.

    • @realMoMoPuFF
      @realMoMoPuFF 4 місяці тому +9

      @@TexasPictures I believe you, and I am not saying that they should just give up.
      I mean, nobody knows what could happen, not even the doctors.
      I am just saying (even with the possibility of recovering) I don't want my parents to help. They are too old for something like this.

    • @katiegraham6149
      @katiegraham6149 Місяць тому

      I agree. This is not life and he has no choice in the matter.

  • @jesseniavargas6969
    @jesseniavargas6969 2 місяці тому +6

    🙏🏻Please keep Jeffrey's beautiful mother in prayer Jeffrey has passed away.🕊 Such a loving, heroic, godly mama bear so inspiring!

    • @jesseniavargas6969
      @jesseniavargas6969 2 місяці тому +2

      😢My heart absolutely breaks for mama Jessica she never stopped fighting the good fight for her precious son.

  • @sherryroberts3870
    @sherryroberts3870 4 місяці тому +19

    Everyone needs a mother like you. God bless Jeffrey's recovery 🙏

  • @idletimekaren
    @idletimekaren 4 місяці тому +20

    Insurance companies can budget massive funds for lobbyists, but not saving lives. This mirrors in many ways what happened to a relative of mine whose medical horror started with gall bladder surgery that escalated to pancreatitis.

  • @griff404
    @griff404 4 місяці тому +12

    this mom loves her son. I was thinking if Jeffrey is happy to be here. Sometimes (not saying this is the case here) family members will do anything to keep a loved one alive regardless. If Jeffrey is happy than I'm happy for him. But to me that's all it comes down to: we need to think about quality of life and sometimes letting someone go can be the ultimate act of love.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому

      I already wrote about this type of comment before. But I will make a full video on my channel about QUALITY OF LIFE!

    • @TexasPictures
      @TexasPictures  4 місяці тому +3

      Jeffrey expresses happiness. He smiles, he sings, he interacts with others with enthusiasm. He is improving, healing.

    • @yvonnedeboer7535
      @yvonnedeboer7535 Місяць тому

      Would you say that if it was you? Not to be mean, I think about that aswell.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN Місяць тому

      @@yvonnedeboer7535 Do you think for a second that I don’t ?!?! Believe me, I do NOTHING without analyzing every single aspect of a situation and GOD’s STANDARDS and WILL.

    • @yvonnedeboer7535
      @yvonnedeboer7535 Місяць тому

      @@JESSICAVARIAN I am sure that's always on your mind! You're a great mother!! And very intelligent. It must have been the hardest thing in the world what you've been through. My prayers are with you!!

  • @valentinaguzman4545
    @valentinaguzman4545 4 місяці тому +19

    You are an amazing mother . God bless you

  • @phyllislindeboom2215
    @phyllislindeboom2215 4 місяці тому +9

    It is repulsive! I so admire Jeffery but especially you his mother!!! You are showing myself and others true, unfailing love and determination, dedication to Jeffery! God Continue To Bless your family!

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +2

      We are the families that LAST - because we understand covenant and commitment, but about all LOVE - we really understand the true concept of LOVE!

  • @pam164
    @pam164 4 місяці тому +24

    You're kids do things like this and the parents are left to pick up the pieces, all their lives ruined. So sad.

    • @KoalaBeer.
      @KoalaBeer. 4 місяці тому +1

      Life never that simple or done on purpose

    • @pam164
      @pam164 4 місяці тому +8

      @KoalaBeer. If you mess with drugs, you put yourself at risk.i know all about life not being simple

    • @mistamycall
      @mistamycall 3 місяці тому +2

      I`m scared of binging kids into this world ... like really scared.

  • @KEM85
    @KEM85 4 місяці тому +14

    This mother is amazing ❤ Praying for you Jefferey.

  • @nj8215
    @nj8215 4 місяці тому +6

    My heart is with this mom and her family. It is so hard to deal with everyone involved in the care of your loved one when tragic events happen. My brother had the same journey as Jeffrey due to a car accident.

  • @OscarFrosty
    @OscarFrosty 3 місяці тому +5

    This Mom is a force of nature. Thank you for sharing your story about your son Jeffrey.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 3 місяці тому

      Oh Lord - Wow - thank you 🙏🏻 ❤

  • @denanethereford5536
    @denanethereford5536 4 місяці тому +10

    You are an amazing person. Please take care of yourself as well!! When medical decisions are made by accountants, there is no hope for a fair, accountable, humane medical outcome.

  • @SK-oj2gx
    @SK-oj2gx 4 місяці тому +9

    I’m so so sorry what your family has been through. Thank you for your strength and courage to continue to help your beautiful boy and showing us that the hospitals and BCBS insurance companies are as evil as they come. God bless you all and I hope Jeffrey has a happy life. Your a wonderful mother. Thank you

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +1

      Sweet sweet words full of encouragement and compassion

  • @1materialgurl
    @1materialgurl 4 місяці тому +5

    She knows her stuff, sharp lady! I love it. ❤ Stay strong sis. God heals.

  • @sarahchandler695
    @sarahchandler695 4 місяці тому +46

    This Mom is absolutely amazing. She has complete knowledge and understanding of healthcare and medical conditions. She certainly does sound like a nurse herself.

  • @7389
    @7389 2 місяці тому +2

    Joining my faith and prayers with this precious mother's for blessings and miracles. What a strong lady she is. 👍

  • @LyJo5
    @LyJo5 4 місяці тому +21

    I am a mother of 5. And I just wanted to tell you what an inspiration you are, to always keep fighting. To keep going. To SCREAM, if we have to, in order for our kids to be treated the way they should be treated. You are an incredible Mama. Much love to you and your beautiful son 🖤

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +1

      Lyjo5 what honor it is to receive those words from
      A mother likes you.
      Thank you.

  • @karliann1
    @karliann1 4 місяці тому +8

    I commend you and Jeffery on your strength. Thank you sweet Mama for the update. The insurance companies are disgusting.

  • @happygirltalk5286
    @happygirltalk5286 4 місяці тому +6

    This brought tears to my eyes omg this mom is the reason that Jeffrey is where he is today and God.. thank God his mom advocated for him 💜💜💜🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @RandomComment6
    @RandomComment6 3 місяці тому +3

    I was direct care to TBI survivors for nearly twenty years. Heard a lot of their tragic stories. I loved listening to mom speak. So lovely and articulate. Insurance companies are demons. Don’t ever give up.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 3 місяці тому

      Thank you! Coming from you and your background MEANS so MUCH!

  • @kashaneka
    @kashaneka 4 місяці тому +9

    Great mother. Fighting for the wellbeing and the right for her son.

  • @nattylavon02
    @nattylavon02 4 місяці тому +4

    You are the true definition of a mother! Keep fighting, momma!!!!❤❤❤❤

  • @texasktea
    @texasktea 3 місяці тому +5

    If only all mothers fought for their healthy children like this. She is literally an angel. She is fighting so hard for her son. What a role model. ❤❤❤

  • @MsJae-qk2tw
    @MsJae-qk2tw Місяць тому +2

    Jef was listening and he fought for his life. Not everyone survives fentanyl. Good job Jeffery 🙏🏽

  • @rachelcharris
    @rachelcharris 4 місяці тому +11

    Prayers with you girl❤

  • @theresekirkpatrick3337
    @theresekirkpatrick3337 4 місяці тому +6

    Prayers for continued healing and strength fighting the insurance industrial criminal complex.

  • @CarlottaTrouble
    @CarlottaTrouble 4 місяці тому +8

    INSURANCE SHOULDN'T BE A THING IN THE RICHEST COUNTRY IN THE WORLD! You are amazing. It's so true about hospital. My husband is in ICU right now. They tried to release him quickly but he crashed and all we hear now is cutting him off without even a brain scan. My heart breaks for you and anyone else going through this.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +1

      Oh noooooo… what can we do for you?

  • @amberholland5561
    @amberholland5561 Місяць тому +1

    This lady is a beast!!!! Wow!!! Just amazing! That’s her baby!! Just wow! 😊

  • @marytague6268
    @marytague6268 4 місяці тому +20

    These insurance companies are outrageous! There’s no excuse for these health care companies - which we pay for monthly - to deny anyone the proper treatment! I’m going thru something similar myself. It’s fight, fight, fight. Disgusting! God bless this intrepid mom!❤️

  • @mraereed
    @mraereed 4 місяці тому +17

    Honey I wish I was still single! I would come and help you with Jeffrey! I had to move to Michigan after a brain injury and 2 years of seizures. I said when I got better I wanted to work with brain injured people just to know what they are going through. It's the worst injury to have because you can't explain it to anyone. I'm now married but I went for 7 years alone. People just don't understand it and my family just doesn't really know my personality now.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +5

      I am so sorry, but happy to heard that you have moved forward and even though still mountains to climb . You are doing much better than before.

  • @gypsyqueenvicki2402
    @gypsyqueenvicki2402 4 місяці тому +4

    What an amazing Mother you are.Never giving up for your son.And for you Jeffrey you also are amazing and a fighter.God bless all of you.Keep fighting that good fight.I will be watching for more of your miracle story.

  • @corinadaschievici9002
    @corinadaschievici9002 4 місяці тому +7

    He’s a pure miracle! Good looking just like his mum

  • @QueenBeeBeautyXO
    @QueenBeeBeautyXO 4 місяці тому +7

    God bless you for saving your son. I told my daughter to keep me alive for at least for 1 month if that happens to me ❤

  • @hannahwolf191
    @hannahwolf191 4 місяці тому +6

    She is the definition of a fantastic mother!!

  • @user-xj8oj4vt6s
    @user-xj8oj4vt6s 2 місяці тому +1

    This brought me to tears!! Keep fighting!!! Definitely a true momma bear!!!! Love has no boundaries!! He’s a miracle!

  • @brittneyjoaquin4062
    @brittneyjoaquin4062 2 місяці тому +2

    🙏 plz share and hope to help and shed light on these issues! ❤ thank you for sharing your story!

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN Місяць тому +1

      Thank you. Jeffrey left earth on March 6th. We are devastated for loosing him.

    • @brittneyjoaquin4062
      @brittneyjoaquin4062 Місяць тому +1

      @JESSICAVARIAN I am so so sorry to hear this! I know the pain of loosing so many that were so close. Prayers for the fam!

    • @brittneyjoaquin4062
      @brittneyjoaquin4062 Місяць тому +1

      @@JESSICAVARIAN GONE NEVER FORGOTTEN

  • @judeedoyle7787
    @judeedoyle7787 4 місяці тому +4

    Such a sad situation! It is wonderful to see Jeffrey progressing. You are strong! Prayers for your family! 🙏❤

  • @michaelorourke5848
    @michaelorourke5848 3 місяці тому +5

    You are an inspiration, God bless you and your beautiful son Jeffrey

  • @janeceeastwood8035
    @janeceeastwood8035 29 днів тому +2

    What a tragic story in every way. I truly admire Jeffrey’s mother’s grit and determination.

  • @guadalupehorta7697
    @guadalupehorta7697 Місяць тому +1

    Keep fighting for your son,I lost mine😢when we found him, it was to late😢.May the Lord bless you and keep all your family safe 🙏🥹David Flores 💜 FOREVER 17 my son

  • @slayyy_by_yella9191
    @slayyy_by_yella9191 4 місяці тому +3

    Wow mom you are an angel you did that the strength and fight of a mother for her child is unmatched Jeffrey is a definition of a fighter💜

  • @viaankaur9043
    @viaankaur9043 4 місяці тому +5

    This lady is smart as heck and is an amazing mama

  • @princesscake70
    @princesscake70 2 місяці тому +1

    What an inspiration. That's strength. That's courage. God Bless Jeffrey and his mom.

  • @vintagejunktofunk4616
    @vintagejunktofunk4616 2 місяці тому +1

    Wow! You are one amazing mom and woman who never gave up and put up a fight everyday. You deserve a gold medal!! So much love 💗

  • @HH-gd2cb
    @HH-gd2cb 4 місяці тому +8

    God bless you 🙏 and Jeffrey

  • @MaryMarisen
    @MaryMarisen 4 місяці тому +5

    Prayers for your family 🙏🏾
    I am repulsed by how little value a human life has across the globe.
    May God continue to give you all the strength to continue this fight 🙏🏽🫶🏽

  • @jasminepittman5969
    @jasminepittman5969 Місяць тому +2

    She is so strong through Christ who strengthens us 💕 she spoke the entire video to get their story heard . And cried when it was completed

  • @fernandes199138
    @fernandes199138 2 місяці тому +1

    Wow. I thrive to be this kind of mother to my children. BRAVE👏🏾👏🏾

  • @DV8
    @DV8 4 місяці тому +3

    May GOD BLESS this woman and her son Jeffrey. I watched my best friend get disconnected and die last year. The hospital kept him only for 10 days, me not being family and him not having anyone to advocate for him they were pushing to disconnect him from the 5th day. Even though he was fully awake and making movements. They had a tube down his throat not allowing him to communicate and i watched him take his last breathe. I feel for this Mother and family, i left the hospital feeling they killed my friend. Money over lives is disgusting.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому

      THAT IS DISGUSTING! …
      You are right, in the case of Jeffrey they were for disconnection pretty much right away. If fact I have a story to tell. But please keep in touch, because we are going to bring this monsters of modern inquisition DOWN.

  • @Martindebi5008
    @Martindebi5008 4 місяці тому +31

    Thank you for standing up to BCBS , unfortunately they treat everyone this way. Everything is about money, they could care less about the people. Prayers Jeffrey keeps getting better each day, he has something better then insurance anyway. He has Jesus Christ and a spit fire of a great mom! ❤

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +4

      Today I was confessing in Jeffrey’s room as we worship that HE IS A KINGDOM CITIZEN and that his health insurance comes from Christ Kingdom. Purchased with HOLY BLOOD 🩸

    • @rhondadavis1483
      @rhondadavis1483 4 місяці тому +2

      🙏🏼 amen

    • @justmin858
      @justmin858 4 місяці тому +2

      Amen for sure...
      Sometimes you have to fight for what is right in the medical field... Thank God you did 🙏

    • @georgewest9998
      @georgewest9998 Місяць тому

      I'm praying Jeffery gets better and can come home.​@@JESSICAVARIAN

    • @stuff1784
      @stuff1784 Місяць тому

      That is every health insurance company, sadly. It is unacceptable. I am not sure how we would change this system though.

  • @ladeelibra925
    @ladeelibra925 Місяць тому +1

    *WOW! I am SO MOVED by this Story.* *Having a Son myself - I can't even imagine The Strength, Love & Passion this Woman & her Family had/have to go through this Unimaginable Hell.* *I'm fairly sure there are a Multitude of Good Reasons for this family to Sue!* *Keep telling your story - it REALLY needs to be heard.* *GOD BLESS U ALL!* 🙏

  • @mariaa6918
    @mariaa6918 2 місяці тому +1

    What an amazing loving mother. Heartwarming. She has never given up. Bravo , I wish you all the very best for the future ❤

  • @MichaelCuevas-bg2bt
    @MichaelCuevas-bg2bt 4 місяці тому +3

    Smart and sweet loving mother .. nothing can stop her.

  • @XOXO-vd3bg
    @XOXO-vd3bg 4 місяці тому +7

    Praise God you kept fighting! God has you under his wing. Still praying for Jeffrey and his loving family.

    • @JESSICAVARIAN
      @JESSICAVARIAN 4 місяці тому +2

      ❤ love u dear dear journey companion and warrior

  • @Taylartot99
    @Taylartot99 4 місяці тому +7

    God bless this MAMA! God bless Jeffrey!! God is working and will continue. She is a powerful speaker and I pray their testimony causes change to happen. As a healthcare worker this testimony has inspired me in so many ways.

  • @sarahstamile5902
    @sarahstamile5902 4 місяці тому +2

    What an incredibly intelligent, resilient, and powerful Mother. That young man KNOWS he is fiercely loved. Thankyou for sharing your terrible fight with as many people as you can. We all feel in our gutts a general distrust of an obviously shattered system... and it's so important to bear some type of witness to the real stories of inhumane, deeply cruel injustice behind the scenes.