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Fighting acute lymphoblastic leukemia: help Tess afford treatment in Nijmegen

Supporting Tess through acute lymphoblastic leukemia: medication, transport to Nijmegen University Hospital, and living costs while She can't work.

🇳🇱 Gelderland, Netherlands5,854 views
Tess Annelies Huisman
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Nijmegen
In May I was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia. My oncology team at Nijmegen University Hospital has planned 10 rounds of treatment, and the first starts in July. I was told to expect about 7 weeks away from work. I never imagined I'd be writing something like this. I'm 50, I worked as a bus conductor until May, and I have been the main earner for my household. Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, transport to Nijmegen University Hospital 5 times a week, and the income I have lost add up quickly. My family is doing everything they can, but we've already sold what we could and are borrowing for groceries. Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment. Where the $7,200 goes: • Household costs while unable to work: $1,000 • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $5,750 • Transport to Nijmegen University Hospital: $450 Glad we found this place. - Tess
#cancer#treatment#family#medical

Updates from Tess

  1. Quick update: $2,573 raised so far (36%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 22% now ($1,599). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.

Donations

RecentTop gifts
  • Cameron J. Richardson 🇬🇧 · $10
  • Noreen Saima Hanif 🇵🇰 · $100

    “Hope this helps. Only $100 but hope it helps. - Hyderabad”

  • Liliana H. Castillo 🇦🇷 · $100

    “Blessings. My cousin told me about this one. - Buenos Aires”

  • Emilio W. Ramírez 🇦🇷 · $10
  • Dhanush H. Somayajula 🇮🇳 · $10

    “Get well soon. Hope the August deadline works out. - Prayagraj”

  • Pradeep D. Mittal 🇮🇳 · $5

    “Wishing you the best. Thought of Tess all day after reading this.”

  • Khadija Amal Metwally 🇪🇬 · $16
  • Hadi Vino Setiawan 🇮🇩 · $10

    “Praying for you. Thought of Tess all day after reading this.”

  • Chiamaka Kemi Zakari 🇳🇬 · $25

    “Hope this helps. Hope the August deadline works out. - Kano”

  • Donna K. Griffin 🇬🇧 · $15.50

    “Get well soon. Only $16 but hope it helps. - Coventry”

  • Festus Michael Igwe 🇳🇬 · $25

    “Happy to help. Only $25 but hope it helps. - Abuja”

  • Ochieng Ssebuliba Mwangi 🇰🇪 · $20

    “Keep your head up. Thought of Tess all day after reading this. - Kasarani”

  • Axel C. Wagner 🇺🇸 · $20
  • Stefania Serena Mancini 🇮🇹 · $10
  • Michael Adebayo 🇳🇬 · $50
  • Kariuki Joseph Mwakyusa 🇰🇪 · $25
  • Natalia M. Treviño 🇲🇽 · $25

    “Thinking of you. Thought of Tess all day after reading this. - Ciudad de México”

  • Muthoni Lilian Mwende 🇺🇬 · $50

    “Hang in there. My sister told me about this one. - Mukono”

  • Sudhakar L. Babu 🇮🇳 · $29

    “Thought of Tess all day after reading this. - Nagpur”

  • Taslima Sumaiya Mondal 🇧🇩 · $10

Reviews

3.6(5 reviews)

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  • Jimena D. Villalobos🇨🇴Verified helper
    Exceptional service

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Nicolás L. Bravo🇲🇽Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Maverick B. Mejia🇬🇧Verified helper
    Made a real difference

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Thủy Như Doan🇻🇳Verified helper
    Honest and trustworthy

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Shirley R. Richardson🇬🇧Verified helper
    Went above and beyond

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

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  • Swati T. Sachdeva

    Thinking of you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Take care

    • Joyce P. Cunningham

      Thanks for sharing this. Hope you get there. I'm in accounting myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Nijmegen.

      • Sebastian Vaughn

        Hope it all works out. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it

        • Amna Humaira Ghani

          sending love. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Take care

          • Uzma Sumbal Kazmi

            everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Love from Gaya.

            • Liam K. Miranda

              Sending good thoughts, Tess. Get well soon!

              $5,999.50 raised of $7,200

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