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Merel's colon cancer treatment fund
10 rounds of treatment are planned at Breda Cancer Centre; we're asking for help with the costs insurance doesn't cover.
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Merel was diagnosed with colon cancer in August. The oncology team at Breda Cancer Centre has planned 10 rounds of treatment, starting in November. She will be away from work for about 7 weeks.
Merel is 31, worked as a primary school teacher until August, 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 Breda Cancer Centre 4 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 $9,750 goes:
• Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $5,250
• Scans and lab work: $1,050
• Transport to Breda Cancer Centre: $940
• Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $400
• Household costs while unable to work: $2,110
Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot.
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Hope things get better soon, Corrie. I hope things turn around soon. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Love from Arlington!
Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Don't give up!
is there anything that isn't money that would help Merel?
Thank you. If you're in Breda I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Happy to explain more.
Thinking of you and your family, Corrie. Shared it with a few friends. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Blessings
Sending strength, Corrie. Looking forward to the next update. I hope November is when things finally get easier.
Sending strength, Corrie. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.
Best of luck, Corrie. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. God bless.