Ruth Ann and Tim Hendrick, dear friends of ours, are going through a very difficult time.  Their 25 year old son, Chris has recently been diagnosed with Ewing’s Sarcoma, a type of childhood cancer.  Unfortunately, the cancer has been found in many or Chris’s organs and will require aggressive treatment.   

Chris has recently started a new job.  Fortunately, his job will be protected under FMLA, but he will not receive pay while he is off receiving treatment.  Ruth Ann and Tim will also be taking a lot of time off to attend treatments with Chris.  Tim and Chris leave this week for New York to have his records reviewed and determine the best treatment plan for him at the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.  (https://www.mskcc.org)  They have no idea what that will be and how long they will need to be in New York.  They’re hopeful treatments can be done at Norton’s Hospital in Louisville. 

Fortunately, Chris is covered with health insurance.  However, the drugs used to treat this aggressive cancer come with high copays.  Also, the travel expenses and lack of wages will soon put a strain on the entire family.  I know there are many of you that love the Hendrick family as much as I do and want to help ease their stress at this difficult time.  Please help as much as you can.