Help My Dad Get A Liver Transplant

Hello family and friends,

 

My name is Shannon and I am setting up this fundraiser on behalf of my father, Michael. My dad is currently suffering from non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and needs a liver transplant before he gets worse. My brother, Connor, has selflessly volunteered to donate approximately 60% of his liver to help save our dad. Unfortunately, this living-donor liver transplantation is not offered close to our home in Arizona and we will be required to spend a few months in Los Angeles, California.

 

My dad is a loving husband, father, son, uncle, brother, and friend. He was a volunteer firefighter and police officer before suffering an injury that persists to this day. He took medications to help alleviate his chronic pain, which ultimately led to his liver failure. It has been so long since he was able to enjoy his life and has been devastating to watch. He has spent several months in the hospital within the last few years because of the stress on his body. We are hoping that this surgery will help restore his quality of life.

 

My dad's pride keeps him from requesting any help so I will. He spent a majority of his life helping others and now it is time that he receives help himself as well. I am hoping to raise funds to help defray any expenses related to the surgery and recovery process. In addition, my brother will be required to step away from his job while he recovers.

 

My family and I appreciate any support, whether it is through a donation, sharing our story, or sending positive thoughts.

 

Thank you for taking the time to read this and support my family.