Corey Crushes Cancer
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Update: Thank you everyone for your kindness and generosity. We have met and surpassed Corey and Lisa's goal, and as such, Corey has requested we close the fundraiser. Please see the Updates for a message from Corey. Also, to stay up to date on Corey’s treatment, you can visit his Caring Bridge page: https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/coreycrushescancer
Corey Richardson was recently diagnosed with Stage II diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). To say Corey and Lisa are shocked is an understatement. Following the happy birth of Wyatt in October, they have been adjusting to their new life as a family of five with sisters Zoey and Nya, and this diagnosis has blindsided them. This particular type of cancer is usually diagnosed in people over the age of 60. Anyone who knows Corey knows he is extremely active and healthy, but cancer has never been known to discriminate. So now they are on the journey to crush this cancer and never let it come back!
Corey had a PET scan the day before Thanksgiving that showed one small tumor in his neck and another medium (fist-sized) tumor in between his lungs. Surgery is not an option with this type of lymphoma. He started chemotherapy treatments the week after Thanksgiving, and will receive treatments every 21 days for the next 3-4 months. Corey had a few days of nausea and fatigue following the first round, but his energy is back up (at least as much as it can be with two toddlers and a newborn in the house!). He has been able to get in a few walks/hikes/workouts, which the doctor said will be an important part of his recovery.
Corey and Lisa really like and trust their oncologist in Helena, but will be traveling to Seattle in a few weeks to meet with a team of lymphoma experts to ensure they are doing everything possible to crush this cancer on the first try. Corey has already reached his out-of-pocket maximum for insurance in 2018 and expects to reach the maximum in 2019 as well. The ongoing costs for treatment, travel, and other related expenses will quickly become a burden on the family.
They are very grateful for their support network of family and friends. With a small donation, we can help relieve the financial stress of cancer and allow Corey to better focus on his treatment, recovery, and family. This fund is set up on behalf of Corey and Lisa, and all funds will go directly to them.
Please send your positive thoughts, prayers, vibes and energy for a successful journey. We can all watch and cheer him on as Corey Crushes Cancer!
Corey Richardson was recently diagnosed with Stage II diffuse large B-cell lymphoma (DLBCL). To say Corey and Lisa are shocked is an understatement. Following the happy birth of Wyatt in October, they have been adjusting to their new life as a family of five with sisters Zoey and Nya, and this diagnosis has blindsided them. This particular type of cancer is usually diagnosed in people over the age of 60. Anyone who knows Corey knows he is extremely active and healthy, but cancer has never been known to discriminate. So now they are on the journey to crush this cancer and never let it come back!
Corey had a PET scan the day before Thanksgiving that showed one small tumor in his neck and another medium (fist-sized) tumor in between his lungs. Surgery is not an option with this type of lymphoma. He started chemotherapy treatments the week after Thanksgiving, and will receive treatments every 21 days for the next 3-4 months. Corey had a few days of nausea and fatigue following the first round, but his energy is back up (at least as much as it can be with two toddlers and a newborn in the house!). He has been able to get in a few walks/hikes/workouts, which the doctor said will be an important part of his recovery.
Corey and Lisa really like and trust their oncologist in Helena, but will be traveling to Seattle in a few weeks to meet with a team of lymphoma experts to ensure they are doing everything possible to crush this cancer on the first try. Corey has already reached his out-of-pocket maximum for insurance in 2018 and expects to reach the maximum in 2019 as well. The ongoing costs for treatment, travel, and other related expenses will quickly become a burden on the family.
They are very grateful for their support network of family and friends. With a small donation, we can help relieve the financial stress of cancer and allow Corey to better focus on his treatment, recovery, and family. This fund is set up on behalf of Corey and Lisa, and all funds will go directly to them.
Please send your positive thoughts, prayers, vibes and energy for a successful journey. We can all watch and cheer him on as Corey Crushes Cancer!
Organizer and beneficiary
Maren Murphy
Organizer
Helena, MT
Corey Richardson
Beneficiary
