Jose's Brain Cancer Treatment Fund
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Hello everyone..
Back in May of 2015, our 7 year old son and only child Jose was diagnosed with a brain tumor. He had minor brain surgery and biopsy done to find out what exactly this tumor was. After the surgery he wasnt able to walk for almost 2 days and required a walker once he was able to stand, and after about 2 weeks we were able to take Jose home.
Due to the location of the tumor (deep in the left thalamus) we were told that the tumor is inoperable. Right now the only form of treatment he can receive is chemotherapy. His first treatment of chemo started in June and will continue chemo every single week for up to 2 years. During this time he will also require lots of medication, imaging (MRI/CTSCANS), and physical therapy for the tremors in his right hand. I (his dad-active duty military) am grateful to my command for giving me the time i needed to be with my family during these difficult times. His mother (my wife) is a full time student at NSU and works part time at our local Food Lion. It has only been a little over 2 months and we have payed over 3,000 dollars out of pocket so far. We were extremley lucky to have our family and friends help us during this time and we will forever be grateful.
Jose will need MRI/CTSCANS at least every 3 months for the rest of his life to track the growth of the tumor. Like I have mentioned before chemo can go up to 2 years, and if needed, radiation once he is old enough. We were lucky we were able to get such a great staff at CHKD in Norfolk VA.
Jose is a very strong boy, and is taking the treatments like a champ. He loves video games, loves minecraft, sharks, Starlord from Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars, and ofcourse, spending time with his family.
We are not the type of family to ask for help, but for our son we will do anything necessary so he can receive the best treatment he can. We are asking for your help and any donation, no matter how much, will be greatly appreciated.
Back in May of 2015, our 7 year old son and only child Jose was diagnosed with a brain tumor. He had minor brain surgery and biopsy done to find out what exactly this tumor was. After the surgery he wasnt able to walk for almost 2 days and required a walker once he was able to stand, and after about 2 weeks we were able to take Jose home.
Due to the location of the tumor (deep in the left thalamus) we were told that the tumor is inoperable. Right now the only form of treatment he can receive is chemotherapy. His first treatment of chemo started in June and will continue chemo every single week for up to 2 years. During this time he will also require lots of medication, imaging (MRI/CTSCANS), and physical therapy for the tremors in his right hand. I (his dad-active duty military) am grateful to my command for giving me the time i needed to be with my family during these difficult times. His mother (my wife) is a full time student at NSU and works part time at our local Food Lion. It has only been a little over 2 months and we have payed over 3,000 dollars out of pocket so far. We were extremley lucky to have our family and friends help us during this time and we will forever be grateful.
Jose will need MRI/CTSCANS at least every 3 months for the rest of his life to track the growth of the tumor. Like I have mentioned before chemo can go up to 2 years, and if needed, radiation once he is old enough. We were lucky we were able to get such a great staff at CHKD in Norfolk VA.
Jose is a very strong boy, and is taking the treatments like a champ. He loves video games, loves minecraft, sharks, Starlord from Guardians of the Galaxy, Star Wars, and ofcourse, spending time with his family.
We are not the type of family to ask for help, but for our son we will do anything necessary so he can receive the best treatment he can. We are asking for your help and any donation, no matter how much, will be greatly appreciated.
Organizer
Jose Rodriguez
Organizer
Virginia Beach, VA
