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Claire's cataract surgery can't wait - please help us cover the bill

A scheduled cataract surgery in August is out of reach without help covering $4,400 of the cost.

πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Houston, Texas, United States3,470 views
Dylan Moran
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Houston
Claire was diagnosed with a hernia that has become strangulated in June. The surgeon at Houston Regional Medical Center recommended cataract surgery, and She is scheduled for August. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $7,250, and after what my employer's plan will pay we're still $4,400 short. my mother has been in and out of Houston Regional Medical Center since June. The doctors say a hernia that has become strangulated will get worse without cataract surgery. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $7,250 is more than we can find. While we wait, Claire struggles with daily life and can't climb stairs. Her family has taken turns caring for her, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. The recovery period is expected to take about 12 weeks. During that time Claire won't be able to climb stairs, so the costs keep growing. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $4,400 goes: β€’ Travel and lodging for the family: $200 β€’ Pre-operative tests and imaging: $600 β€’ Physiotherapy sessions: $900 β€’ Hospital stay (4 nights): $2,700 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
due date
2026-08-14
bill type
Hospital invoice
#surgery#hospital-bills#recovery#medical

Updates from Dylan

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 16% funded and I made the first payment toward travel and lodging for the family.

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    β€œThought of Claire all day after reading this. - Aberdeen”

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    β€œGet well soon. From Toulon with love. - Toulon”

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3.8(4 reviews)

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  • Joy Esther IbrahimπŸ‡³πŸ‡¬Verified helper
    Professional and kind

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Yinka Chinedu BelloπŸ‡³πŸ‡¬Verified helper
    Made me feel heard

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Volodymyr Serhiy GrigorievπŸ‡ΊπŸ‡¦Verified helper
    Reliable and compassionate

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Patricia J. HernandezπŸ‡΅πŸ‡­Verified helper
    Professional and kind

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

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  • Kylie P. Alvarez

    Sending love, Dylan. Wishing Claire a smooth procedure and a full recovery. It's not much but it's yours.

    • Autumn S. Bradley

      Sending good thoughts, Dylan. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. God bless

      • Janet H. Li

        You're not alone, Dylan. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. I'm in social work myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Take care.

        • Wayne K. Govender

          Get well soon. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Mumbai.

          • Kieran Moran

            Hope things get better soon, Dylan. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Blessings.

            • Arun T. NambiarID verified

              You're not alone, Dylan. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double

              • Rohit Ashok BajwaID verified

                I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Celaya

                • Kelly Sandra Xavier

                  Wishing Claire a smooth procedure and a full recovery. Wish I lived closer to Tiruchirappalli so I could bring a meal. All the best.

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