COVID Survivors for Change

Together, we’ll find community in isolation and unite to demand a responsible, data-backed approach to pandemic prevention.

Committed to change and to each other.

Covid Survivors for Change is a non-partisan nationwide community of people who have been directly impacted by Covid. We share our stories, support each other, and advocate for a stronger pandemic response to save the lives of others.

Join Our Week of Action for COVID Survivors October 1-7!

Steps Pledged

Stories of a Movement

The Story of Moni Malone, a Mother and Longhauler Still in Recovery and Grateful to be Alive

July 21 I began experiencing a cough and runny nose. By the 24th a fever. I went to the urgent care and my test results were positive for Covid-19. Within hours I was experiencing severe fatigue, body pain and anosmia (no taste or smell) .

In Memory of Rodolfo Andres Espinoza, an American Hero, Generous Husband and Loving Father

On Dec.11, 2020- my life was impacted by Covid. While I was fighting for my life in the hospital, and at one point thought I would pass and be with the Lord. My daughter’s boyfriend father was also in the fight against Covid.

In Memory of Fransisco & Massiel Escalante, a Father and Daughter Missed Dearly by their Family

Little did we know... July 7, 2020 would mark the beginning of our nightmare. Both my mother (Massiel) and her father, my grandfather (Francisco) were admitted to the hospital. He was in a covid unit with pneumonia in his left lung and she was admitted to the ICU immediately.

The Story of John Neese – a Loving Father and Husband Thankful to Be Alive

I contracted COVID-19 in October ‘20. I spent a week in the hospital and at the time thought that was it and that it would be over. In the almost 14 months since I’ve experienced issues with breathing, blood pressure issues, weakness, stamina, etc. The worst has been the PTSD that I’ve been diagnosed with since.

In Memory of Michael Fusilier Jr, A Man Dearly Missed by His Loved Ones

On July 22,2020....Big Mike's birthday....phone rings...thinking he's returning my Birthday Wishes...nooo....call that he's admitted in the hospital with covid-19. Gloomy message no doubt.

The Story of Nico Trevino, A Covid Long Hauler Fighting to See The Light At The End of the Tunnel

In March 2020 I got diagnosed with Covid, a few days later I passed out unconscious and was rushed to the emergency room where they discovered I had developed pneumonia as well.

The Story of Melissa Young, A Woman and Respiratory Therapist Still Fighting Long Haul Symptoms After 11 Months

I was diagnosed with Covid 11/24/20 Never recovered with constant long Covid - sinuses/allergy response constant 11 months now.

In Memory of William D Taddonio, A Loving Man and Partner

On March 25th day I called the ambulance they took my partner to one hospital to another do that wasn’t any bed available his oxygen was 30% and immediately they had to put them on a ventilator. 18 days he came off Ventilator...

In Memory of Steven Howe, A Husband and Father Missed Dearly By His Family

My husband Steve tested positive for COVID-19, went to the hospital where he was treated and discharged. Two days later he was rushed back to the hospital unable to get enough oxygen, then passed away the next day

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Survivor Resources

Find healing in support groups with other Covid-19 survivors. Read up on public resources available to you.

Survivor Stories

Together, we share our stories in hopes that others can learn from them, and that our fellow survivors can find healing in knowing that they are not alone.

Take Action

Help stop this pandemic and prevent more people from experiencing the loss we know intimately.

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Connect, Advocate, Respond, Empower.

Coronavirus jolted so many of us into an unknown place of loss, fear, and trauma. We’re here to work together to demand the change we need to end the pandemic and support its survivors.

Support survivors. Save lives.

This movement is about all of us. It’s about supporting everyone whose lives have been reshaped by the pandemic. It’s about lifting up the voices of those whose grief and loss is overwhelming, and helping them get the resources they need to keep going. It’s about demanding better of our elected officials, so that the next time a pandemic is on the horizon, we act as a nation led by science. Support our work to build a safer, kinder America.

A nation grieving and ready to act.