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Sergio's stomach cancer treatment fund

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

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Claudia C. Macías
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Buenos Aires
Sergio was diagnosed with stomach cancer in November. The oncology team at Buenos Aires Regional Medical Center has planned 8 rounds of treatment, starting in January. He will be away from work for about 10 weeks. Sergio is 41, worked as a bakery worker until November, 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 Buenos Aires Regional Medical Center 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 his shoulders. I'll post every invoice and receipt as an update so donors can follow where each gift goes. Where the $3,000 goes: • Chemotherapy and medication not covered: $1,950 • Scans and lab work: $430 • Transport to Buenos Aires Regional Medical Center: $150 • Nutrition and supplements prescribed by the care team: $80 • Household costs while unable to work: $390 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support. - Claudia
#cancer#treatment#family#medical

Updates from Claudia

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($2,021 in total) we've started the first stage. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 38% now ($1,133). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the treatment center and confirmed the amounts.

  3. Good news. Because of your gifts ($723 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

Donations

RecentTop gifts
  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $100

    “Wishing you the best. Hope the January deadline works out. - Aurora”

  • Gemma N. Ramirez 🇵🇭 · $50
  • Anonymous 🇳🇬 · $20

    “Wish I could do more. I'm in Gwagwalada, thinking of you.”

  • Deniz Tolga Çiftçi 🇹🇷 · $30

    “Good luck. Only $30 but hope it helps. - Istanbul”

  • Kioko Njoroge Musyoka 🇰🇪 · $25

    “Thought of Sergio all day after reading this. - Nairobi”

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  • Gloria E. Henderson 🇺🇸 · $100
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    “From my family to yours. My sister told me about this one. - Casablanca”

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    “Keep your head up. My brother told me about this one. - Jodhpur”

  • Eleni Zografos 🇬🇷 · $20
  • Anthony P. Peters 🇺🇸 · $15

    “Best of luck. Thought of Sergio all day after reading this. - Austin”

  • Abubakar Sani Williams 🇳🇬 · $10
  • Auma Odhiambo 🇰🇪 · $11.50

    “All the best. Only $12 but hope it helps. - Nairobi”

  • Aurora Daniela Pellegrino 🇮🇹 · $100
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  • Yu-na Baek 🇰🇷 · $5
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  • Jack R. Kirby 🇺🇸 · $10

Reviews

1.8(5 reviews)

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  • Nicholas R. Pickett🇺🇸Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Ezra McCoy🇨🇦Verified donor
    Changed my perspective

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

  • Cora Callahan🇺🇸Verified donor
    Outstanding person

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

  • Hazel H. Dunn🇺🇸Verified helper
    Helped when no one else could

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

  • Prakash D. Kurup🇮🇳Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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  • Danica W. Mendoza

    Shared it with a few friends. I have a 10 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care.

    • Nicole M. Torres

      Gave what I could, wish it was more. Greetings from Toronto.

      • Việt Nam Dang

        Hope it all works out, Claudia. Looking forward to the next update.

        • Mateus Daniel Lacerda

          Keep going. Hope this works out for you. Wish I lived closer to Mandeville so I could bring a meal. God bless

          • Adrian WellsPhoto verified

            Sending love. Hope the treatment goes smoothly and recovery is quick. I went through something like this 4 years ago and strangers helped me out.

            • Antônia Giovana MedeirosID verified

              Wishing you peace, Claudia. Get well soon. God bless.

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