Jay Fischer (2 years old) was diagnosed with a rare type of anemia called, Diamond Blackman Anemia, at the age of 4 months old. He is not able to produce his own red bloods cells. Since the diagnosis Jay has had 30+ blood transfusions, chelation therapy, and steroid treatments with the help of the staff at the Roger Maris Cancer Center.

 

With the only curable care for this diagnosis being a stem cell transplant, the family has worked with the University of Minnesota Masonic Childrens hospital to receive a donor. Jay received his stem cell transplant on October 26th after a few days of chemotherapy. He is now in the process of building up his entire immune system before returning home.. He will continue to stay at the hospital or at the Ronald McDonald House until at least February.

 

Jay's parents (Missy and John) have been splitting their weeks to be able to spend time with Jay at the hospital, work, and be home with their oldest son, Miles (6 years old) in Barnesville MN. This time has resulted in traveling and food costs, decrease of income, and soon costs for medical supplies to help Jay with at home treatments.

 

The family is hoping to be together for Christmas at the Ronald McDonald House as long as Jays numbers continue to increase.

 

I ask of you today, to think of this wonderful time of year, and how lucky we are to be at home with our families. I ask of you to make a donation of any amount big or small to help this sweet family on this journey. They have a long road ahead, and I know anything would help take some of the weight of their shoulders.

You can also donate to family directly via VENMO..     @Missy-Fischer-1