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Shooting Victim Heather Grossman Helps Others See Beyond Life’s Struggles

Posted by: Angela on Sunday, April 27, 2008

Recently, Heather's amazing achievements and cause were recognized by the United States President himself. Ms. Grossman was nominated by Senator Jon Kyl, R-Ariz., to meet with President Bush at the Oval Office in Washington, D.C. on November 6, 2007.

NRU August College Presentation

Posted by: Angela on Sunday, April 27, 2008

Special Guest Heather Grossman, a mother, mentor, survivor of domestic violence, winner of the Ms. Wheelchair Arizona Pageant, and first runner up in the Ms. Wheelchair America Pageant, shared her heart-warming, amazing story of tenacity, unfortunate circumstances, overcoming the odds, and her devotion to changing others’ lives.

Heather’s Going to the White House

Posted by: Angela on Friday, October 26, 2007

Update: Read about Heather's visit to the White House here.

Heather just received notification that she is invited to the White House in Washington D.C. on Nov. 6, 2007 to meet with President Bush in the Oval Office for a closed door meeting followed by a photo-op. She will be discussing domestic violence and people with disabilities.

Heather Featured on Arizona’s Channel 12 News

Posted by: Angela on Thursday, October 04, 2007

Kevin Kennedy at Channel 12 News in Arizona talks talks about Heather's story...

"Heather Grossman wakes up every morning with a purpose, and a list of things she wants to accomplish. She doesn't worry about simple things like brushing her hair or painting her nails. In fact the 41-year-old mother of three has people do that for her. People make her meals, drive her around town, even turn the TV on for her. She has someone at her beckon call 24 hours a day...Read More at Channel 12"

"When you come to the edge of all the light you have known, and are about to step out into the darkness, Faith is knowing one of two things will happen: There will be something to stand on, or you will be taught how to fly."

~ Patrick Overton

How You Can Help

Heather Grossman's ex-husband hired a man to kill her in 1997. He was not successful in his attempt to take her life, but the gunshot wound left Heather paralyzed from the neck down. Heather was just 31 years old with three young children. During the years since the incident, Heather's family has been doing everything they can to keep her alive and well, but expenses are high, and they need as much help as they can get.

Since Heather's new website launched on September 21 with the Paypal Donation Options, Heather's family has received donations from quite a few generous people. Please take a moment to see who has donated to Heather's family so far.

My Story

I’m a mother, mentor and a survivor of domestic violence. Ten years ago domestic violence forever changed my life and the lives of my family. As the bullet penetrated my spinal cord, it shattered many hopes, dreams and my ability to function as I once did but it did not destroy me or my will to live. Ten years ago my ex-husband, Ron Samuels, hired men to murder me. I died at the scene of the crime but was brought back to life by a paramedic.