Main fundraiser photo

Help Jamie Fight Parkinson’s with Stem Cell Therapy

Donation protected

My Story: A Life Stolen by Parkinson’s

Hi, I’m Jamie Dillman, a 62-year-old man who once lived a full, active life—until Parkinson’s disease slowly took it all away.

Before my symptoms started, I was strong, independent, and full of energy. I was a regular at the gym, cooked and cared for my mother, took long hikes with my dog Fiona, played jazz and classical guitar, and planted gardens every summer. Every spring I would take my mother to the park to see the Spring flowers.

Now, Parkinson’s has stolen so much from me:

I can no longer push my mother’s wheelchair—our cherished park trips are gone.

I struggle to walk Fiona—our hour-long adventures are now just 20 minutes, if I can manage at all.

My right hand cannot move to play guitar—music, my release, is silenced.

Fatigue and mental fog make daily tasks exhausting—even caring for my mother and home is a battle. Diminished focus and concentration are making it difficult to effectively do my job.

But There’s Hope: Stem Cell Therapy

After extensive research, I’ve found TruStem Cell Therapy in Lake Forest, IL—a cutting-edge, evidence-based clinic specializing in regenerative treatments for degenerative diseases like Parkinson’s. Their mission aligns with my deepest hope:

"To provide quality, compassionate, and innovative care... instilling hope that long-term recovery is possible."

Their board-certified physicians and neuroscientists use adult stem cells to target damaged areas, offering a real chance to slow progression, restore mobility, and improve my quality of life.

Why I Need Your Help

The treatment costs $14,900, covering:
✅ Stem cell harvesting & therapy
✅ 3 days of lodging & meals
✅ Post-treatment monitoring

Insurance doesn’t cover this, and as my symptoms worsen, time is running out.

What Your Donation Means

$25 = A step toward reclaiming my independence
$100 = A chance to walk Fiona without fear of falling
$500 = Helping me care for my mother again
$1,000+ = A lifeline to a future free from Parkinson’s grip

I’m Not Just Fighting for Myself—But for My Family

My mother depends on me. Fiona misses our adventures. My hands ache to play music again. I need my clarity to do my job. With your help, I can fight back.

Please Donate Today—Every Dollar Brings Me Closer to Hope

Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and belief in a better tomorrow.

— Jamie Dillman



My mother and I used to visit the park every spring. Now, Parkinson’s keeps us from these precious moments.



Fiona and I once explored the woods for hours. Now, even a short walk is a struggle.



Gardening and growing my own food was a passion. Now, my hands and energy fail me.

Music was my escape. Now, my right hand betrays me when I try to play.



Official diagnosis: Parkinson’s disease—a thief of movement, joy, and independence.

Parkinson’s has taken enough. With your support, I can fight back.

Please share this campaign—every share helps!

From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

P.S. If you can’t donate, sharing this page is just as valuable. Together, we can turn hope into healing.
Donate

Donations (5)

  • Mary Reich
    • $50
    • 3 mos
  • Madison Hartman
    • $2001st donor
    • 3 mos
Donate

Organizer

JAMIE DILLMAN
Organizer
Fort Wayne, IN

Your easy, powerful, and trusted home for help

  • Easy

    Donate quickly and easily

  • Powerful

    Send help right to the people and causes you care about

  • Trusted

    Your donation is protected by the GoFundMe Giving Guarantee