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Kevin's a rare sarcoma treatment fund
Kevin is facing a rare sarcoma and the cost of treatment, travel and care at home is far beyond what the family can cover.
🇰🇪 80123, Mombasa, Mombasa, Kenya1,073 views
Kevin was diagnosed with a rare sarcoma in August. The oncology team at Mombasa Regional Medical Center has planned 6 rounds of treatment, starting in November. He will be away from work for about 3 weeks.
Kevin is 56, worked as a tailor until August, and has always been the one who looks after everyone else. Now it's our turn to look after him.
Treatment is covered only in part. Medication that isn't on the approved list, trips to Mombasa Regional Medical Center 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 his shoulders.
Funds will be used only for treatment, medication, transport to appointments and essential living costs during treatment.
Where the $1,550 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $720
• Scans and lab work: $340
• Transport to Mombasa Regional Medical Center: $110
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $80
• Household costs while unable to work: $300
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
Updates from Dorcas
Thank you all. We're at 15% now ($239). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.
Quick update: $249 raised so far (16%). I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them. - Dorcas
Quick update: $185 raised so far (12%). the plan for chemotherapy and medication not covered is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Keep going, Dorcas. Wishing Kevin a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too.