Lungs for AaronMoffat (Cystic Fibrosis)
Donation protected
As most of you know, Aaron was diagnosed at birth with Cystic Fibrosis. Currently, there is no cure for CF (Cystic Fibrosis). Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disorder that causes severe damage to the lungs, digestive system, and other organs in the body. Lung failure is the major cause of death with people with CF.
If you are unsure what Cystic Fibrosis is, check out this link, (you can copy and paste it into your address bar):
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cystic_fibrosis
Aaron has surpassed the life expectancy of an average CF person, but recently, his lungs have been getting worse and he is need of a double lung transplant. Without this life-saving operation, he may not survive his next cold or infection.
Aaron has always been ambitious, upbeat and hard working. He has never let his CF hold him back, as a matter of fact, we think that it pushes him to do more than the average person. However, in the last year, Aaron’s health has declined rapidly. He can no longer do the things he loves and must be on oxygen 24/7. We are watching Aaron slowly losing his battle with CF. He has trouble walking without getting short of breath and has lost a considerable amount of weight. This has left him with no choice but to have a lung transplant.
The good news is that all of Aaron’s doctors agree that he looks like a strong candidate for a lung transplant. He has started this painstaking journey already. He has been getting evaluated and examined by many doctors and has a great medical team behind him.
Arron’s insurance will cover most of his medical needs for this life-saving lung transplant. The remainder of the medical bills and the other expenses that come with it, will all have to be out of pocket. He could also use an oxygen concentrator such as an Inogen. This machine would greatly benefit his day to day quality of life. His insurance will not cover the cost of this machine. We ask that if anyone has one that they would like to donate, it would be greatly appreciated.
Once Aaron receives “the call”, he will have to be taken by helicopter from Mena Arkansas to Vanderbelt Medical Center in Nashville Tennessee. At this time, Aaron will be responsible for paying for this transportation. After he gets his new lungs, he will have to pay for housing close to the hospital. He will have a caregiver living with him and they will have to administer around the clock care. He will have to be on anti-rejection medications for life. His house payment in Arkansas, gas to get him to and from his numerous doctor appointments and general living expenses are just a few of the hidden cost of his journey.
Aaron would never ask anyone for anything and has helped so many people throughout his life. We, as his family, humbly ask for help. With the cost not covered by insurance is now truly becoming overwhelming and apparent, we reach out to you. Aaron has said that any funds that are donated and not used will be given to another CF patient in need. We ask your help in meeting his financial needs, so we can have more tomorrows with him.
Please consider donating today so that we can relieve his financial stress and he can focus on getting strong enough to climb this mountain. If you can’t donate with money we ask that you please share this page, pray for him and please be an organ donor.
If you are unsure what Cystic Fibrosis is, check out this link, (you can copy and paste it into your address bar):
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cystic_fibrosis
Aaron has surpassed the life expectancy of an average CF person, but recently, his lungs have been getting worse and he is need of a double lung transplant. Without this life-saving operation, he may not survive his next cold or infection.
Aaron has always been ambitious, upbeat and hard working. He has never let his CF hold him back, as a matter of fact, we think that it pushes him to do more than the average person. However, in the last year, Aaron’s health has declined rapidly. He can no longer do the things he loves and must be on oxygen 24/7. We are watching Aaron slowly losing his battle with CF. He has trouble walking without getting short of breath and has lost a considerable amount of weight. This has left him with no choice but to have a lung transplant.
The good news is that all of Aaron’s doctors agree that he looks like a strong candidate for a lung transplant. He has started this painstaking journey already. He has been getting evaluated and examined by many doctors and has a great medical team behind him.
Arron’s insurance will cover most of his medical needs for this life-saving lung transplant. The remainder of the medical bills and the other expenses that come with it, will all have to be out of pocket. He could also use an oxygen concentrator such as an Inogen. This machine would greatly benefit his day to day quality of life. His insurance will not cover the cost of this machine. We ask that if anyone has one that they would like to donate, it would be greatly appreciated.
Once Aaron receives “the call”, he will have to be taken by helicopter from Mena Arkansas to Vanderbelt Medical Center in Nashville Tennessee. At this time, Aaron will be responsible for paying for this transportation. After he gets his new lungs, he will have to pay for housing close to the hospital. He will have a caregiver living with him and they will have to administer around the clock care. He will have to be on anti-rejection medications for life. His house payment in Arkansas, gas to get him to and from his numerous doctor appointments and general living expenses are just a few of the hidden cost of his journey.
Aaron would never ask anyone for anything and has helped so many people throughout his life. We, as his family, humbly ask for help. With the cost not covered by insurance is now truly becoming overwhelming and apparent, we reach out to you. Aaron has said that any funds that are donated and not used will be given to another CF patient in need. We ask your help in meeting his financial needs, so we can have more tomorrows with him.
Please consider donating today so that we can relieve his financial stress and he can focus on getting strong enough to climb this mountain. If you can’t donate with money we ask that you please share this page, pray for him and please be an organ donor.
Fundraising team (2)
Crystal Moffat-Vereyken
Organizer
Mena, AR
April Estep
Team member
