Everett's laparoscopic cyst removal can't wait - please help us cover the bill

Everett was diagnosed with severe cataracts in both eyes in September. The surgeon at Bristol University Hospital recommended laparoscopic cyst removal, and He is scheduled for December. The hospital's financial office gave us a written estimate of $12,000, and after what the public health scheme will pay we're still $8,400 short. my son has been in and out of Bristol University Hospital since September. The doctors say severe cataracts in both eyes will get worse without laparoscopic cyst removal. We have emptied our savings and borrowed from relatives, but the estimate of $12,000 is more than we can find. While we wait, Everett struggles with daily life and can't stand for more than ten minutes. His family has taken turns caring for him, and I've cut my own work hours to be there. Recovery is expected to take about 10 weeks. During that time Everett won't be able to stand for more than ten minutes, so the costs keep growing. I'll pay the hospital and pharmacy directly and post every receipt in the updates section. Where the $8,400 goes: • Surgeon and anesthesia fees: $4,000 • Hospital stay (4 nights): $2,450 • Pre-operative tests and imaging: $590 • Post-operative medication: $300 • Physiotherapy sessions: $740 • Travel and lodging for the family: $320 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Ian