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Kidney Transplant Fund for Katrina
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We have been informed that there is a potential match for my mom and surgery could be as early as this month!!! My mom is currently in the process of receiving final health clearances to ensure the surgery can be done. In the meantime, she must continue to frequently visit her doctors as they keep a close eye on her health. She is trying to stay positive but realizes the gravity of the challenges that lie ahead of her.
We are hoping to raise money to lessen the financial burden that accompanies this process. My mom has been unable to work full time with her worsening symptoms but has continued to work twice a month in order to somehow stay afloat.
Even with medical insurance, there are uncovered expenses that accompany the surgery including frequent travel/parking fees for numerous dr visits and ongoing treatment, post-op physical therapy and rehab, anti rejection medications (mandatory for the rest of her life), and lost wages for at least three months.
Transplantliving.org has estimated the total cost for a kidney transplant can add up to $262,900.
We humbly ask for your help during this difficult time. The transplant process is long, complicated, and costly with escalating physician visits and labs leading up to the transplant and the overwhelming care post-transplant. Your donation can help diminish the weight of financial burdens and help my mom focus on a healthy recovery and life. Any donation will make a difference. Our family thanks you for your love and support.
With all our love and utmost respect,
Katrina's Family
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Organizer
Trevor Buckingham
Organizer
Westford, MA