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Help Irene through 10 rounds of treatment for stomach cancer

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

🇺🇸 Massachusetts, United States2,827 views
Ramón P. Bravo
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Lowell
Irene was diagnosed with stomach cancer in June. The oncology team at the Lowell Oncology Institute has planned 10 rounds of treatment, starting in September. She will be away from work for about 8 weeks. Irene is 46, worked as a cleaner at a hospital until June, 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 the Lowell Oncology Institute 3 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. Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment. Where the $3,550 goes: • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $590 • Household costs while unable to work: $1,950 • Scans and lab work: $1,010 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself. - Ramón

Updates from Ramón

  1. We're at 29% thanks to 27 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.

  2. Quick update: $838 raised so far (24%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. Update from Lowell: we've started the first stage. We're at 10% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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    “You got this. Thought of Irene all day after reading this. - Corpus Christi”

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    “God bless. I'm in Casablanca, thinking of you. - Casablanca”

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Reviews

2.7(6 reviews)

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  • Emma Lena Stein🇩🇪Verified donor
    Amazing support system

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

  • Damilola Temitope Chukwu🇳🇬Verified donor
    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.

  • Zainab Amna Rana🇵🇰Verified donor
    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.

  • Wellington Antônio Santos🇧🇷Verified donor
    Patient and understanding

    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.

  • Gleb Mikhail Kovalev🇺🇦Verified helper
    Very responsive and caring

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Pornpimol Yupin Laohakul🇹🇭Verified helper
    Patient and understanding

    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.

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  • Rooting for you, Ramón. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. All the best

    • Rooting for you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Marseille.

      • I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Wish I lived closer to Madina so I could bring a meal. God bless.

        • Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Wish I lived closer to Sheffield so I could bring a meal. Thinking of Lowell.

          • Hope things get better soon. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Please keep us posted

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