
Help Ryan, Shanelle & Elijah Through a Difficult Time
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Our family is facing an incredibly challenging chapter, and we’re reaching out for support. My brother-in-law Ryan has recently been diagnosed with a sarcoma — a rare form of cancer — and is beginning treatment that will keep him from working for the foreseeable future. At the same time, my sister Shanelle is pregnant with twins, and together they’re raising their sweet 1-year-old son, Elijah.
Ryan’s treatment is taking place in Sydney, which means regular travel from home and additional expenses for accommodation while he undergoes care. This adds another layer of stress to an already overwhelming time—emotionally, physically, and financially.
The funds raised will go directly towards assisting them financially while Ryan focuses on healing.
Ryan is a devoted partner and father, and it’s heartbreaking to see him face this while preparing to welcome two new lives into the world. Any support, big or small, would mean so much to them and help ease some of the burdens they’re carrying.
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, prayers, and generosity.
Organizer and beneficiary
Nathaneil Van Akerlaken
Organizer
Kahibah, NSW
Shanelle Van Akerlaken
Beneficiary