Cooper's a craniotomy can't wait - please help us cover the bill

In August I was diagnosed with a benign brain tumor. My surgeon at Austin Regional Medical Center recommended a craniotomy, and I have been placed on the schedule for November. The hospital's financial office gave me a written estimate of $2,050, and after what the public health scheme will pay, I'm still $1,450 short. Doctors at Austin Regional Medical Center told me a benign brain tumor will get worse without a craniotomy. I work as a restaurant cook, and I have saved what I can, but the estimate of $2,050 is far beyond what I've. Until the surgery I can't work full days, and my hours as a restaurant cook have already been cut. Every week of waiting means more pain and a bigger risk. The recovery period is expected to take about 12 weeks. I'll not be able to climb stairs during that time, so this has become a financial emergency as well as a medical one. The money goes straight to the treatment bills, and I'll share the invoices as they're paid so you can see exactly what your gift did. Where the $1,450 goes: • Travel and lodging for the family: $520 • Physiotherapy sessions: $510 • Post-operative medication: $420 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Cooper