Please Help My Mom Battle Stage 4 Lymphoma

Hi, my name is Tran, and I’m reaching out with a heavy but hopeful heart to ask for your support as my mom (Huong Le) faces the fight of her life.

She was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 B-cell Non-Hodgkin lymphoma, an aggressive form of cancer that began in her armpit and has now spread to her stomach and other areas of her body. Just before her diagnosis, she had to undergo a critical procedure to remove fluid from around her heart, a moment that showed us how serious and advanced her condition really is.

Despite everything, my mom continues to fight with incredible courage and quiet strength. She has just started her first round of chemotherapy, and while we are so grateful that she’s begun treatment, the road ahead is long and filled with challenges.

Although she is covered by Medi-Cal, many of the things she needs most right now aren’t fully covered, things like medications, transportation to and from appointments, nutritional support, and the kind of one-on-one caregiving that allows her to rest and recover in comfort. These are the essentials that will help keep her stable and strong enough to continue chemo, and they’ve become a heavy financial burden on our family.

We’re asking for help to make sure my mom has everything she needs in this deeply vulnerable time. Every contribution, no matter the amount, will go directly toward her care, comfort, and healing. And if you’re not able to give financially, we would be so grateful if you could share this with others who might be able to help.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your compassion, your prayers, and your support during this chapter of our lives.

Your kindness truly means more than words can say.

Our Goal

We are hoping to raise $10,000 to help cover these essential costs over the next 4–6 months, the full length of her chemo and recovery period.

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How Your Support Will Help

• Transportation to Chemo & Doctor Visits — $2,000 (4–6 months)

• Gas, parking, rideshares to and from the hospital

• $80–100 per week for chemo days, doctor check-ups, and lab visits

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• Uncovered Medications & Supplements — $2,500 (4–6 months)

• Co-pays for prescriptions, pain meds, nausea relief

• Nutritional drinks and supplements to keep her strength up

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• Caregiver Help & Home Support — $3,500 (4–6 months)

• Help with bathing, dressing, meal prep, light cleaning, and companionship

• $125–150 per week for part-time caregiver or help from family/friends

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• Nutrition & Household Needs — $1,000 (4–6 months)

• Easy-to-prepare meals, groceries, Ensure/Boost

• Household supplies (bedding, lotion for skin care, gloves, hygiene items)

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• Emergency & Unexpected Costs — $1,000

• For urgent needs or surprise medical expenses

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How Long Will This Help?

This funding will support my mom through her entire chemo treatment and recovery period, giving her the best chance to fight this illness with dignity, comfort, and peace of mind.

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Why This Means So Much

My mom has been a source of strength and love to so many throughout her life. Right now, she is very weak, but she is still smiling and fighting with everything she has. We want her to spend this time focusing on healing, not worrying about money or burdens.

I am humbly asking for your help so she can receive the extra care she needs during this critical time. Every donation, no matter how small, makes a difference.

Even if you cannot donate, sharing this page with your network would mean the world to us.

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Thank You From the Bottom of Our Hearts

From our family to yours: thank you for standing with us, praying with us, and helping us carry this heavy load. Your love, kindness, and support are helping us hold on to hope.