All-in for Anders’ Fight Against Leukemia

My joyful, kindhearted nephew Anderson needs our help. The unthinkable has happened and he has been diagnosed with Leukemia.

To know Anders is to love him. He is the light of our family and a patient and loving big brother to 16-month-old Hanna.

When Anders began favoring one of his arms and we realized he was having trouble using it, we all expected that this robust and active 5-year-old had simply injured his arm. Over several weeks he saw his pediatrician and a series of specialists. After an MRI revealed a mass, a room full of doctors gave his parent’s the life-changing news that is every family’s nightmare - it was cancer.

Since then, Anders has endured invasive procedures, countless COVID swabs and a biopsy at UCLA. Throughout the process, Anders showed his sweet nature and incredible bravery. The biopsy confirmed Anders has Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL).

Anders was immediately admitted to Cottage Hospital for surgery to implant a treatment port and he began his first round of chemotherapy the following day. After a week of hospitalization, Anders was able to come home and for now will continue treatment as an outpatient.

We are heartened to know that Anders won’t face this challenge alone and that his caring friends and family will provide a strong support system. Keep the positive thoughts and good vibes coming!

Some have asked how they can help. By donating, you can immediately help relieve some of the financial pressures the family is facing during Anders’ treatment. Nick and Brittany’s ability to work as small-business owners has been severely impacted and there will be many additional expenses associated with Anders’ care. Let’s enable them to focus entirely on Anders and his well-being during this most challenging time of his young life. And by also sharing this page, you are increasing our impact!

It will be a long road with more planned hospital stays over the next two years, but Anders is in great hands at Cottage Hospital and we are incredibly fortunate that the disease is curable. Until then, we will do everything possible to give Anders the best chance at recovering and resuming his happy life. We are so proud of Anders as he courageously tackles this like a true champ!!

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