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Help Ama through 4 rounds of treatment for colon cancer

Ama is facing colon cancer and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.

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Sandra Portia Badu
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Kumasi
Ama was diagnosed with colon cancer in July. The oncology team at Kumasi University Hospital has planned 4 rounds of treatment, starting in October. She will be away from work for about 8 weeks. Ama is 44, worked as a hairdresser until July, and has always been the one who looks after everyone else. Now it's our turn to look after her. Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, trips to Kumasi University Hospital 5 times a week, and the income the family has lost add up quickly. We've already sold what we could and have begun borrowing for groceries. Every kindness from you takes weight off her shoulders. I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes. Where the $750 goes: • Scans and lab work: $95 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $60 • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $530 • Transport to Kumasi University Hospital: $65 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people.

Updates from Sandra

  1. 99% there. the plan for nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team is now scheduled. Thank you.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($422 in total) I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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    “You got this. Thought of Ama all day after reading this. - Jakarta”

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    “Best of luck. Thought of Ama all day after reading this. - Belo Horizonte”

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    “Hope this helps. Thought of Ama all day after reading this.”

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    “Get well soon. Thought of Ama all day after reading this. - Pune”

Reviews

3.4(5 reviews)

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  • Shai Itai Tal🇮🇱Verified donor
    Trustworthy helper

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Carolina W. Estrada🇨🇴Verified donor
    Quick response, great follow-up

    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.

  • Oliwia Joanna Kwiatkowski🇵🇱Verified donor
    Professional and kind

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Derek K. Fields🇺🇸Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Cesar K. Navarro🇵🇭Verified helper
    Really cared about my situation

    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.

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  • Is there anything that isn't money that would help Ama?

    • Sandra Portia BaduOwnerAnswerPhoto verified

      Thank you. If you're in Kumasi I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks for looking so closely.

  • Rooting for you. I work in healthcare and wanted you to know people are on your side. It's not much but it's yours. Take care.

    • I hope things turn around soon. Love from Mumbai!

      • Looking forward to the next update. Put this on a community board in Accra this morning. Take care.

        • Hang in there, Sandra. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 13 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care.

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