Wellspring Corporation

04/01/2026

I was heartbroken to learn of the passing of the incredible Professor Rodney Grahame on March 29th.

I have known Rodney for almost 20 years, first as a patient and over time as a mentor, colleague, and dear friend. He was one of the very first doctors who truly saw me, believed me, and validated what I was going through when so many others did not. He asked questions I didn’t even realise I had answers to, and he had answers to the questions I had been asking others for years. Most importantly, he understood.

I often think back to 2007, when I was unwell with an infection, unable to stand without my heart racing, my blood pressure dropping, surrounded by doctors telling me it was anxiety. I felt lost & dismissed. I discharged myself and went straight to Rodney. In that moment, everything changed. He was the first to speak to me about POTS, and to recognise that it could coexist with EDS. Because of him, I finally had answers, received the care I needed, and was able to recover.

Rodney didn’t just change my care, he changed the course of my life. His influence is woven into so much of what I do today.

He supported me through so many moments, including helping me reach the finish line of the London Marathon in 2011, even while gently reminding me I probably shouldn’t do it. He stood beside me throughout my career, from EDS UK to The Ehlers-Danlos Society, always offering guidance, encouragement, and unwavering belief.

What made Rodney so extraordinary was not only his clinical brilliance, but his humanity. He fought tirelessly for our community, for recognition, for validation, and for people to be taken seriously. The Ehlers-Danlos syndromes were his life’s work, and he gave that work his everything.

I am so grateful I was able to spend time with him in the last few months at his home with his wonderful family.

Rodney, thank you, for believing in me when others did not, for guiding me when I felt lost, and for standing beside me through so many chapters of my life. Your legacy will live on in every person who feels heard & believed because of the path you helped create. I will miss you my friend.

01/05/2026

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01/05/2026

04/17/2025

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10/19/2024

This Holiday Season, Give the Gift of Hope: Support the Georgia EDS & Hypermobility Network!

As we enter the season of gratitude and giving, we invite you to reflect on the impact you can have on the lives of those in need. Wellspring Corporation, a domestic 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is working tirelessly to raise funds for the GA Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) Network, and we need your help to make a meaningful difference.

Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome is a group of connective tissue disorders that can significantly affect daily life. For many, finding proper medical care and support is a daunting challenge. That’s why we are committed to establishing an EDS Center of Care right here in Georgia—where individuals with EDS can receive specialized, compassionate treatment and care.

This holiday season, we ask for your generosity to help make this dream a reality. By donating to Wellspring Corporation, your gift will support the hiring of much-needed staff to assist the GA EDS Network’s volunteer leaders and take a crucial step toward building this Center of Care. Your contribution will not only enhance the lives of those living with EDS but also ease the burden on our dedicated volunteers.

During this time of reflection and gratitude, your donation will help:

🎁 Provide expert care to individuals with EDS by establishing a dedicated care facility
🎁 Lighten the load for the volunteers who have selflessly given their time to grow the GA EDS Network
🎁 Give hope and support to EDS patients and their families during this holiday season and beyond

As we gather with loved ones and celebrate the spirit of giving, there is no greater gift than offering hope and support to those in need. This holiday season, we are deeply grateful for any contribution you can make to help us bring an EDS Center of Care to Georgia.

Please consider making a tax-deductible donation today. Your generosity will go a long way in transforming care for EDS patients across the state.

Donate Now using the QR code below or use the donation button on this page 💛

From all of us at Wellspring Corporation and the GA EDS Network, we thank you for your support, and we wish you and your family a joyful holiday seasons.

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09/19/2024

For 10 years, the GA EDS Network has empowered lives with compassionate, life-affirming care—at no cost. Your generous donation to Wellspring Nonprofit helps ensure continued support for EDSers in need. Together, we can make a lasting difference.

09/08/2024

🌟 Together, We Can Make a Difference!🌟

Did you know that Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) affects 1 in 500 people? 💜 Those living with EDS in Georgia face daily challenges, but together, we can lighten their load. That’s why we’re proud to support the GA Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Georgia EDS & Hypermobility Network through the Wellspring Corporation.

Your donation today helps provide vital resources, support, and hope to families navigating life with this rare connective tissue disorder. Every dollar counts. ❤️

Join us in making a difference! Together, we can offer strength, community, and care to those who need it most.



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