[Massachusetts-NFB] From your affiliate president

[Mike Karsok]

Hi Shara

Sorry to hear about this but glad you were attended to quickly and I wish
you a speedy recovery Sending positive vibes your way!

Mike

On Fri, Oct 23, 2026 at 2:49 PM Shara Winton via Massachusetts-NFB <
massachusetts-nfb at nfbnet.org> wrote:

> Hello, My Dear NFB Family,
>
> I hope you are all doing well.
>
> I am writing to share something that is very difficult for me to talk
> about—not only emotionally, but physically as well. Even typing this
> message is challenging right now.
>
> On Monday, October 19, I fell down an entire flight of stairs,  sideways.
> I am incredibly fortunate that my injuries were not even worse, although
> they are quite serious.
>
> 911 was called because I was unable to move. The emergency responders
> placed a cervical collar on me to immobilize my neck and spine. I was in
> tremendous pain, and there was blood in my mouth. I could not move and was
> in tremendous pain, all over.
>
> Once I arrived at the emergency department, the medical team began a
> series of tests and examinations.
>
> The results confirmed that I broke  my sternum (almost in half),  with
> some additional  smaller fractures.  I also fractured two vertebrae.
> Thankfully, these injuries have not resulted in paralysis, and my medical
> team expects me to make a full recovery. I also badly bit my tongue and,
> for good measure, one of my toes! Needless to say, I am bruised and
> battered from head to toe.
>
> I was admitted to the trauma unit, where I remain. The pain is
> excruciating, and I will be unable to use my arms and upper body normally
> for the next several weeks. Although recovery will take time, my medical
> team tells me that I am doing well under the circumstances and is
> optimistic about my recovery.
>
> For the time being, I ask that any questions or concerns about NFBMA
> business be directed first to your chapter president, who will often be
> able to provide the information you need. If further assistance is
> necessary, please contact our affiliate Vice President, Kyra Sweeney.
>
> Right now, I will be   focusing  on healing, so I appreciate your
> patience, understanding, and support as I navigate the weeks ahead.
>
> Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers, and send along any good
> wishes you can spare. Your love and encouragement mean more than you know.
>
> Thank you for being such a wonderful family. I love all,y’all!
>
> With love, hope, and determination,
>
> Shara
>
>
>
>
>
> Shara Winton
>
> President, National federation of the Blind of Massachusetts
>
> www.nfbma.org
>
> sharawinton at gmail.com
>
> 617-304-0347 <(617)%20304-0347>
>
>
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