Alena Jones

Alena Jones, 20, lives with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy; she was diagnosed at 13. Through sharing her story, Alena hopes to connect with others facing similar challenges and show that life can still hold meaning and purpose. She enjoys music and values the moments of happiness that come from adapting and continuing forward despite uncertainty.2joe

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