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Help a senior get his vision back

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Hello, my name is Robert. I am seeking help to get surgery for diabetic retinopathy and followup care.
I didn't do the greatest job of managing diabetes for 30 years (I am 68). I developed reitinopathy. Earlier this year, bllood so completely filled my eyes that I went nearly completely blind.
Fortunately, a really terrific surgeon did some very delicate surgery August 25. 2023. Before the surgery, I could not tell the doctor how many fingers he was holding up six inches in front of my face. Since the air bubble in my eye placed during surgery has dissipated, 10 days later, I have clear, 20/20 vision in that eye.
I still need help getting to follow up appointments up tp 60 miles away by Uber and Lyft, paying for the Medicare supplement that picks up 20% of the cost, getting the next surgery, and living indoors and eating every day while recover. Without some assistance from somewhere, I do not see being able to do that.
For many years, I earned my living as a writer. Social Security does not even cover rent, so I continued working. I have been able to work some just in the last few days, but it will be a while before I am on my own two feet again.
Every bit of help will be appreciaated. And. building on many years of medical writing. I resolve to pay you all forward by working on vision treatment and training projects for kids and adults.
Sorry to go on so long. Thank you for reading my story. I will honor your help.
Robert
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Robert Rister
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Temple, TX

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