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I have never felt more powerless in all of my life
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:13 pm
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:13 pm
You see my mother has cancer. This bomb got dropped on me about six weeks ago. She has gone through all of the tests, etc and we discovered it's in her kidney. We also discovered that it has in fact spread into her lungs. Which is very bad.
The doctors can treat it, but they can't stop it. And for the very low price of 2799.00 a month we can preserve her life likely as long as she remains on the treatment.
I don't have an extra 36000 dollars to give my mother. I'm not an OT baller.
I read all the time here, during our health care debates, that there are programs that can aid people with the costs of these type of medical issues. I don't begin to know where to look. So I ask you guys...to point me to them...because while I recognize that my mom probably doesn't have as long on earth as I would like. I would like to make sure she can have every day as long as possible.
Thanks.
The doctors can treat it, but they can't stop it. And for the very low price of 2799.00 a month we can preserve her life likely as long as she remains on the treatment.
I don't have an extra 36000 dollars to give my mother. I'm not an OT baller.
I read all the time here, during our health care debates, that there are programs that can aid people with the costs of these type of medical issues. I don't begin to know where to look. So I ask you guys...to point me to them...because while I recognize that my mom probably doesn't have as long on earth as I would like. I would like to make sure she can have every day as long as possible.
Thanks.
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Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:15 pm to asurob1
Very sad to hear, prayers sent. Enjoy the time as much as you can, it's a lesson to everyone just how precious life is.
Does she not have insurance?
Does she not have insurance?
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:16 pm to asurob1
Prayers your way Rob, good luck, lost both my parents to cancer.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:17 pm to asurob1
Very sorry about your mother.
Does she have health insurance? If not, her cancer can not prevent her from getting it.
Does she have health insurance? If not, her cancer can not prevent her from getting it.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:17 pm to asurob1
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:17 pm to asurob1
quote:Most of us will have to go thru that time when we find out our parents will not be with us much longer. I don't think there is ever a way to get that news and feel much control over it. It just sucks.
You see my mother has cancer. This bomb got dropped on me about six weeks ago. She has gone through all of the tests, etc and we discovered it's in her kidney. We also discovered that it has in fact spread into her lungs. Which is very bad.
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I read all the time here, during our health care debates, that there are programs that can aid people with the costs of these type of medical issues. I don't begin to know where to look. So I ask you guys...to point me to them...because while I recognize that my mom probably doesn't have as long on earth as I would like. I would like to make sure she can have every day as long as possible
I can't claim to be super versed on this subject. But, I can say that I had a friend who successful raised %25K for an overseas adoption of his adopted daughter's brother. He did so in about 90 days. There are many sites for this, but he used LINK /
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:17 pm to asurob1
I'm so sorry to hear that.
Have you sought out support groups? Online groups for people with cancer? They might know some charitable groups helping people in your position.
Have you sought out support groups? Online groups for people with cancer? They might know some charitable groups helping people in your position.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:18 pm to asurob1
quote:Out of curiosity, what is the name of the treatment and what is her diagnosis? I need an idea of what is going on.
The doctors can treat it, but they can't stop it. And for the very low price of 2799.00 a month we can preserve her life likely as long as she remains on the treatment.
I'm assuming you are talking about extension of life, not treatment or palliative care.
Also, I'm sorry to hear about her diagnosis.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:22 pm to asurob1
So terribly sorry to hear about your mom's cancer. I have no idea where to begin on the treatment path, but my most sincere wishes that your search produces something worthwhile.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:26 pm to asurob1
I'm sorry about your Mom, Rob.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:34 pm to asurob1
I have a very good friend who just had his kidney removed. Was seriously the first time I have ever heard of that.
My prayers go out to you and your mom. I will see him today and ask if he has any information. Will also help look up places that could help.
My prayers go out to you and your mom. I will see him today and ask if he has any information. Will also help look up places that could help.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:35 pm to asurob1
I am sorry to hear that. Prayers will be said for your mother and your family.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:36 pm to asurob1
I'm sorry this is happening to your family. Best wishes and prayers for your mother and you.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:38 pm to asurob1
Sorry to hear...lost my Brother to Pancreatic cancer last December.He was diagnosed in September.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:40 pm to asurob1
Sorry to hear about your mom. What about the ACA website? That might direct you to a possible source of help.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:44 pm to asurob1
Tough news. I wish nothing but the best for your Mom.
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If nothing else, call 877-336-7287, the number for the Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing in Lewiston, Maine. Anyone in any location can call, says Mary Dempsey, the center's assistant director and sister of the star of the ABC series "Grey's Anatomy." The center, founded in 2008, was inspired by Dempsey’s mother, Amanda, who has a rare form of ovarian cancer. It provides free support, education and integrative medicine to anyone affected by cancer.
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Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:47 pm to asurob1
Prayers sent.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:48 pm to asurob1
I hate to hear this for you. A lot of good tips and advice in this thread. Best of luck to you and your mom.
Posted on 5/22/14 at 12:50 pm to asurob1
Outside of whatever financial help you can get, try to be one of the strong ones emotionally in the family. Be the very best son you can be, and this will be an invaluable strength to your Mother.
My stepfather(practically my dad) passed in 2003 from lung cancer complications. I wish my relationship had been good with him my entire life with him, and not just his last few years. But I'm glad I was there and strong for us all. For him to talk with me privately about his fears and concerns, and how much of a comfort I was, that was nice.
Also, try/start staying well-informed. Doctors see that and are likely to share more with you on what they can realistically do
My stepfather(practically my dad) passed in 2003 from lung cancer complications. I wish my relationship had been good with him my entire life with him, and not just his last few years. But I'm glad I was there and strong for us all. For him to talk with me privately about his fears and concerns, and how much of a comfort I was, that was nice.
Also, try/start staying well-informed. Doctors see that and are likely to share more with you on what they can realistically do
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