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Have a Heart for Randy Nelms

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Randy Nelms needs our help!  His heart is weak – so much so that he is scheduled for installation of a heart pump (LVAD) at Tampa General Hospital before the end of this year.  With that, he hopes to be able to bridge the gap for the two or more years that it will take for a heart transplant.  Those of us who know him well, know that he is one of the most generous, encouraging people on the planet. 

Here is a little background:  Randy is now 61 years of age.  He has dealt with cardiac issues for several years, but the problems have accelerated.  He has been hospitalized nine times already this year for heart-related treatment.  His cardiologists tell him that the heart pump is the only thing that can extend his life beyond the next few months.

Randy was actively employed until the COVID pandemic hit this past March.  He has applied for disability benefits through Social Security and is awaiting a response.  His wife, Pam, is working full time with the Orange County Clerk of Courts.  Thankfully, they have good medical insurance through her employment.

The list of their current needs is long:

-Anticipated hospital stay of 4 to 6 weeks, with 3 weeks in ICU.

-Trips to and from Tampa for follow up care 2 to 3 times per week post-op. 

-Hotel stays, plus expenses for spouse when visits are allowed.  

-Apparatus for heart pump battery packs/controller to make him mobile. (vests, belts, holsters, backpacks, etc.),  most of which insurance does not cover.

-Car repairs and tires for reliable transportation.

-Additional care at home after surgery.  3 to 6 months of 24/7 care is required.  Most of that is expected to be covered by a friend. 

To insure accountability, Pam and Randy have asked me to receive all donated funds into my law firm’s trust account.  The funds will then be disbursed as needed based upon receipts or bills.

We ask for your prayers and for you to give if you can.  Thank you.

Ron
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  • Anonymous
    • $25
    • 4 yrs
  • Anonymous
    • $5
    • 4 yrs
  • Betsy Shaw
    • $50
    • 4 yrs
  • Fritz Lehman
    • $100
    • 4 yrs
  • Lisa and Gene Meadows
    • $100
    • 4 yrs
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Ronald Sikes
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Winter Garden, FL

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