Melody of Life FoundationEstablished as 501(c)3 in 2009

Milwaukee, WI www.MelodyofLifeFoundation.org

History of Melody of Life

• Established as 501(c)3 in 2009 with IRS• 100% Volunteer Sustained

• Formed to assist working families with their children's medical expenses• More than $20,000 provided in financial assistance for

medical expenses since 2009• Focus particularly on covering the expenses that

Medicare/Medicaid does not cover; Medicare and Medicaid have a $6,000 annual deductible in some cases

Melody of Life Recipients

Caleb’s Story: “We have much to be thankful for, but the biggest thing that we can be thankful for are thoughtful people like you. Caleb is doing incredibly well. We were told when he was being discharged in September of 2012, that Caleb would never be aware of us, that he would be vegetative and that there was nothing more that could be done.”

“You folks were willing to TRY to help Caleb, and now largely because of your prayers and financial help, Caleb is gaining every day. Due to therapies that you folks have helped fund, Caleb has his vision back, he has his hearing back, he will (very slowly and deliberately) turn his eyes and head toward us when we speak to him.” – Caleb’s Father

Melody of Life Recipients

Sam’s Story: Sam was born with half a heart. It took months after his birth before the doctors were able to find out what was causing his health problems. A routine checkup at the pediatric ended with an emergency open heart surgery. Sam underwent another open heart surgery in 2013 and will need a heart replacement before he is middle aged. Melody of Life helped pay Sam’s medical bills so his parents could concentrate on their family rather than making ends meet!

Melody of Life Recipients

Amy’s Story: Amy became a quadriplegic after she was shot in the head while her boyfriend was cleaning his gun. Needing round the clock care, her mom quit her job while the dad still worked full time. Even with a stay at home parent, they needed nurses to come every day, which made their medical bills skyrocket even with insurance. If it wasn’t for Melody of Life Foundation, Amy would have lost her at home care and other medical needs.

Our Founder’s Story

Lucas J. Robak went to the Emergency Room in Milwaukee on May 29, 2014 after fighting to finish a speech he gave at a local networking event. His balance was off and had to use walls, chairs and whatever else he could get his hands on for balance. Weeks prior, his left leg and arm were numb, tingly, lethargic, lazy, and heavy. He was dropping his phone, keys, unable to type with his left hand and had problems dressing in the morning.

Over the course of his hospital visit, Lucas had blood drawn, a CAT scan, MRI, lumbar puncture, steroids, vitamins put into an IV, blood sugar tests and insulin shots. He stayed in a hospital room 4 nights with more than 50 blood tests to confirm his diagnosis of multiple sclerosis (MS).

Our Founder’s Story

After mentally and emotionally scaring himself by reading the first paragraph in Wikipedia on what MS is, Lucas began researching how people successfully live with the most debilitating neurological disorder. Over the course of the next few weeks, he diligently spoke with many different professionals in various areas and continued researching. It became very evident and unfortunate that most of the scientifically proven and doctor recommended treatment for MS is not covered by insurance.

Those few weeks transformed Melody of Life’s new purpose and vision forever.

Lucas Featured in Nature’s Pathways Article: CLICK HERE

Multiple Sclerosis Facts

Without disease-modifying therapy, about one-third of those diagnosed with relapsing-remitting MS will be using a wheelchair at 20 years.

If diagnosed with MS in the United States, there is no guarantee of eligibility for disability entitlements.

More than 400,000 people in the United States have MS.

MS affects more women than men, with a ratio of 2:1.

Multiple Sclerosis Facts

MS is a progressive disease for which there is not yet a cure.

Melody of Life’s New Found Purpose

Providing services for people diagnosed with MS to live a

happier, healthier, and more fulfilled life!

Melody of Life’s New Found Vision

To provide proven and recommended treatment, which insurance doesn’t cover, to every person diagnosed with MS in the world.

With our global network of providers, our beneficiaries quality of life will improve. People with MS will receive treatment they need from people who are sensitive to their specific needs.

Ultimately, our beneficiaries will live a longer, happier, healthier, and more fulfilled life.

Melody of Life’s Extended Vision

To gain more concise and relevant results, we will create and implement a tracking system to determine which Melody of Life offered treatments beneficiaries utilized. We will support MS Research by collecting statistical effectiveness of treatments.

Become a premier resource for family, friends, and people living with MS as the main reason for their improving quality of life.

Inspire every person we reach to live a happier, healthier, and more fulfilled life by pursuing their passions and fulfilling their life purpose.

Melody of Life’s New Found Mission

To offer proven and recommended treatment, which insurance doesn’t cover, to people diagnosed with MS.

Melody of Life Offers Uninsured Treatment

ExerciseYoga, Ballroom Dancing

Personal Trainers

AcupuncturePromotes the body

to heal itself

MassageHelps the nervous system

and blood flow

VitaminsVitamins B1 & 12, D3, Omega3 & 6, Calcium, Magnesium, Folate, etc.

MindfulnessMeditation, Positive Thinking,

and Knowledge

Melody of Life Offers Uninsured Treatment

DietsEveryone with MS is unique. Each individual has to figure this out for themselves. Melody of Life will provide the educational aspect of diets and nutrition.

Melody of LifeLocal & RegionalActivities Goals

2015 - LocalOffer weekly ballroom dance, yoga classes, educational summits, and massages in various parts of Southeast Wisconsin (Headquarters Location).

2016 - RegionalOffer weekly ballroom dance, yoga classes, educational summits, massages, and inspirational workshops to the Midwest.

Melody of LifeNational

Activities Goals

2017 - NationalOffer all forms of treatment within every state of the country.

2018 – Every Person NationallyReach every person diagnosed with MS in the country.

Melody of LifeInternational

Activities Goals

2019 - InternationalDevelop a Melody of Life Chapter in one or more international countries.

2020 - InternationalDevelop one or more Chapters in every NATO country.

2020+ - GlobalChapters providing services globally to every person diagnosed with MS throughout the world.

Melody of LifeOrganizational Development Goals

Board of DirectorsExecutive Director, Lucas J. Robak, aims to inspire six new directors who have a burning passion and belief in Melody of Life’s new vision. Currently, Lucas is vetting potential prospects, who will best support the future of Melody of Life’s vision.

Developing Network of Service ProvidersLucas is also developing a network of service providers to offer treatments for people with MS.

FundraisingRaise funds for treatments and coordinate lively events to gain awareness, support, and visibility.

Melody of Life Foundation’s Executive Director

Lucas J. Robak

http://youtu.be/iJ6IJpYHsGA

How You Can SupportMelody of Life’s Vision

Ways You Can Make a Difference:

Make a Tax Deductible Donation*Volunteer as an organizer for one of our eventsHost your own eventBecome/Refer a service providerShare our vision and refers others to Melody of Life Foundation

*Proof of tax-exempt status available upon request

Direct Dial: Executive Director Lucas J. Robak (414) 520-5163

We Appreciate Your Consideration…We Welcome Your Questions, Comments, and

Suggestions

Melody of Life Foundation

P.O. Box 210921Milwaukee, WI 53221

www.MelodyofLifeFoundation.org Contact@MelodyofLifeFoundation.org

Lucas J. Robak

www.LucasRobak.com Lucas@LucasRobak.com

(414) 520-5163