<div>Hi friends, family, and kind-hearted new friends! :)
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<div>My name is Shelly, and I’m reaching out with a heart full of both gratitude and vulnerability.
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<div>On August 9th, my birthday, I learned I had endometrial cancer. At the time, I was told it was Stage 1, the “best worst news related to a cancer diagnosis.”
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<div>I readied my mind for a radical hysterectomy, and on October 15, after tons of tests, imaging, X-rays, and scans, I drove to Trinity Hospital with my husband for the procedure.
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<div>Things went well! We fully met our out-of-pocket and felt confident this was it, we were cured!
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<div>That was not the outcome...
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<div>To say my world shifted when I was diagnosed with endometrial endometrioid carcinoma Stage IIIA is an understatement.
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<div>This was an unexpected and life-changing chapter I never imagined writing.
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<div>After surgery, my care team shared that the cancer had spread microscopically to my cervix and both ovaries, but thankfully, not to my lymph nodes. That was a blessing — but it also means I’ll need to go through a full course of chemotherapy and radiation as an “insurance policy” to make sure we’ve eliminated every last cell and that I am truly cured.
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<div><strong>Why I’m Asking for Help</strong>
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<div>As anyone who’s been through cancer knows, the costs go far beyond the treatments themselves. Even with insurance, there are so many uncovered or partially covered expenses that add up quickly.
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<div>I’ve always prided myself on being independent, working hard, and juggling multiple roles — but now, my focus must shift toward healing. That means reducing my work schedule and accepting help where I once gave it.
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<div>Your support will go toward the real, everyday costs of fighting and healing from cancer:
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<div><strong>Treatment &amp; Medical Expenses</strong>
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<div>My insurance will cover most of my treatment after a $4,600 plus $500 out-of-pocket deductible.
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<div>Once that deductible is met, your help will allow me to reduce work hours so I can rest, recover, and focus on healing.
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<div>Cooling Cap Therapy (~$2,000): This helps reduce hair loss during chemo, but is not covered by insurance.
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<div>Nausea medications and other comfort/supportive drugs are not covered at all — and they’re essential to tolerate treatment.
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<div>Pre- and post-therapy items (like hydration supplements, mouth rinses, gentle skincare, and medical supplies) have been unexpected but truly necessary to stay strong through each cycle.
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<div>Radiation therapy will follow chemo, bringing additional co-pays and recovery costs.
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<div><strong>Home &amp; Life Support</strong>
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<div>Reduced work hours to prioritize rest, recovery, and medical appointments.
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<div>Pet care (“Pup Camp”) for my dogs, Stella and Otto, to make sure they’re loved, cared for, and happy while I undergo treatment.
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<div>Meal prep and nutrition support for foods that help maintain energy and boost immunity.
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<div>Transportation costs for frequent medical visits — gas, tolls, parking, and occasional long travel days.
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<div>Comfort and recovery essentials like heating pads, soft wraps, headscarves, and other small but meaningful items that make daily life during treatment more bearable.
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<div>Cleaning and household help for the days when fatigue hits hardest.
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<div>Anything remaining will be paid forward to the American Cancer Society to help others in need. All of the grants and financial aid I explored with them hit brick walls.
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<div><strong>The Goal</strong>
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<div>Every donation — big or small — makes a difference. It’s not just about the money; it’s about creating space for me to truly heal without the weight of constant financial worry.
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<div><strong>Why #ShellyStrong</strong>
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<div>#ShellyStrong isn’t just a hashtag — it’s a reminder that strength comes in many forms: physical, emotional, and spiritual. It’s about hope, community, and choosing light even on the hardest days.
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<div>If you can donate, share this campaign, or simply keep me in your prayers, please know you’re part of my story — and part of my healing.
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<div>Thank you for helping me focus on what truly matters: recovery, hope, and getting back to the life I love — surrounded by my family, friends, and, of course, my pups.
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<div>With all my gratitude and love,
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<div>Shelly
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<div>#ShellyStrong
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