UPDATE - 11.03.2025

Help ME Fight Stage 4 Cancer and Stay Afloat.

Hi, my name is Cindy, and I never imagined I'd be updating this GFM again, I keep praying things will work out, I have since been forced to list my home (which broke my heart). I’ve always been the one to work hard, handle my own bills, and take care of my family — never the one to ask for help. But life has taken some unexpected and devastating turns, and I’ve reached a point where I can’t do it alone anymore.

I was diagnosed with Stage 4 lung cancer, and after enduring months of difficult treatments, I developed Stage 4 renal (kidney) disease — a complication from chemotherapy and medical mismanagement. The physical, emotional, and financial toll has been overwhelming.

I lost my job due to my illness, and with no health insurance, the medical bills, prescriptions, and everyday expenses have piled up faster than I can keep up. I’m currently living with my son, who works two jobs to help support me, my daughter-in-law who works full-time, and my sweet 2-year-old grandson who brings me light every day. But as much as they do, it’s still not enough to cover everything.

As hard as it is for me to ask, I’m swallowing what little pride I have left, and reaching out for your help. Every dollar raised will go toward basic living expenses, medical costs, and keeping a roof over our heads while I continue treatment and focus on healing as best I can. I understand everyone is having a rough time financially, been there myself, but I have always tried to pay it forward, even if it was just a few dollars, it all adds up.

I don’t want pity, and I’m not trying to “milk” the situation — I just want a little help getting through this impossible time.

If you’re able to donate, share, or even just send a kind word or prayer, it truly means the world to me and my family.

Thank you for reading my story and for caring enough to help.

With gratitude and love,

Cindy Vickers

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A Tougher Battle Than I Ever Imagined

On October 17 2023;

My world was turned upside down when I was diagnosed with stage 4 terminal lung cancer. A moment of my life that I can recall every detail. Since this diagnosis, the cancer has spread to my spine and lymph nodes; and a mass collapsed part of my left lung.

Life has been a rollercoaster of treatments, hospital visits, tests, and pain—but I’ve kept going with faith and determination.

One of the biggest reasons I keep pushing through every painful day is my sweet grandson. He’s now almost two years old—full of energy, curiosity, and laughter. Watching him grow, hearing that adorable laugh, and seeing him run around fills my heart with joy like nothing else. He is the reason why I keep fighting to survive. He is my strength, and my reason. I hope to be the grandma to him that my mother was to my son at his age. He is my FIGHT.

Update as of June 2025:

As if stage 4 cancer wasn’t enough, I was just diagnosed with stage 4 renal disease, a result of the harsh chemotherapy treatments I’ve undergone over the past year. This new diagnosis has further complicated my health and added to the already overwhelming emotional and financial strain.

I still haven't been able to return to work, and unfortunately, my bills haven’t stopped. I’m currently living off credit cards just to survive—barely staying afloat.

How You Can Help

I’m humbly asking for your help. Whether it’s a donation, a prayer, or simply sharing this page with others, it all matters. Every contribution goes toward basic living costs, mounting medical bills, and continued treatments that I can’t afford alone.

Your support gives me a fighting chance—and reminds me that I’m not alone in this.

Even if you can’t donate, please consider sharing this page. Awareness means everything right now.

From the Bottom of My Heart… Thank You

To everyone who has already supported me, prayed for me, or even just read my story—thank you. Your kindness lifts me up on the hardest days. I love and appreciate all of you more than words can express.

God bless you all.

— Cindy

To every veteran reading this: THANK YOU for your service, truly. Your bravery and sacrifice do not go unnoticed, and I am so grateful from the bottom of my heart. Cancer has challenged every part of my life: physically, emotionally, and financially; but it hasn't changed honoring those who sacrificed it all for us.