She has endured multiple hospitalizations, surgeries and, despite the challenges she faces, is still smiling.
Jefferson's mom, Tremaine Watkins, is hoping that she can soon provide her daughter with a handicapped-accessible van.
More than $1,000 had been raised as of Thursday afternoon on a GoFundMe for Jefferson. Nearly $35,000 is needed.
"Although her quality of life has been taken away, I am trying to improve her day to day daily activities." Watkins said.
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