Hi, my name is Candy. I was diagnosed in March 2023 with Advanced stage, small cell carcinoma lung cancer. When I got the news that my cancer was terminal, devastation came over me. I have a caring mother, two amazing brothers, and a wonderful daughter; that were all struck with the terrible news about my health. The thoughts of how I would be able to pay for medications, chemo-therapy treatments, money to get to appointments, and everyday fundamentals like food and costs to live; were overwhelming. How can I see the positivity of beating cancer when I’m drowning in worry of how I will afford it all? How can I be there for my family and my daughter when I am battling cancer?In the middle of all of this I am going through a divorce and had to move out of state to be closer to family to be able to help me with daily tasks, doctor appointments and ultimately hospital stays. In desperation, I’m asking for anyone who has the ability and means to donate to help my fight with cancer to join my Go Fund Me. Join the fight with me and be a part of team #HeartsforCandy.

Updated 01/25/23

I went on 01/16/23 for a new CT Scan and got my results back today from my Oncologist. He informed me the cancer has grown more in my Liver and a new spot has been located in my chest. I will be doing a new MRI next week and starting a new regimen of Chemo next week as well. Each trip cost me around $300-$400 and take 7 hours to get to. I'm asking for help due to the fact that my doctor's have refused to let me go back to work. I haven't been able to work since 08/12/22. Please help me. As well as keep me,my family in your prayers and on your mind. Prayer list at church,prayer warriors. I have to get through this. My daughter is as terrified as I am. I love you all. May God bless each and every one of you.

Update: 11/06/2024

I am now doing my treatments at UVA in Charlottesville VA. I had a MRI and my doctor informed me that the cancer has moved to my brain. I go back in December to find out what my treatment options are. I have been going back and forth for the last 3 weeks to get my treatment on the other areas. My doctor started me a new immunotherapy . With the cost of gas,food,& lodging. It makes it hard to try to afford. Please help my family and donate anything you can. Anything is very helpful and appreciated. I know that in my journey I have God on my side. Thank you in advance for anything you can do. God Bless you and your family.

Update as of 12/11/2024. My doctor is stopping the clinical trial medication because it isn't working the way they had hoped. He is starting me on a at home chemo pill. The cancer in my chest has gotten worse as well as the cancer in my liver. He told me yesterday that I may have a year to live. So now I need to prepare for what's to come. Set up my final wishes. Like my Urn and other arrangements. I am reaching out to each and everyone if you to help me make this easier for my daughter and family. I can't imagine leaving them with any kind of extra burdens. Please help me by donating anything you can . Everything is appreciated my me and my family.