Support Lucas’ brain tumor treatment and recovery

On February 20th our son Lucas Walker, who lives in Springfield, MO., had a seizure.  He was diagnosed with a brain tumor and had extensive brain surgery on March 11th at Duke Hospital in Durham, N.C.   The expert neurosurgical team at Duke was able to remove most of the tumor, but because of the granular nature of it, small bits remain in the brain. He will need constant follow up and possibly further oncological procedures.

We will know in a few weeks what further treatments are needed. At the least, it will be necessary for Lucas to remain in ongoing medical care, requiring trips to Durham as well as caremanagement in Springfield for an undetermined amount of time. He will require 24- hour caregiving for at least a month and will be able to do little, if any, regular work.

Lucas is 37, self-employed, and has minimal insurance through the healthcare exchange.  He will have upcoming medical bills, travel expenses, and lost wages.  He has full mobility, but because of his seizure he cannot drive for at least 6 months so will have to compensate drivers and caregivers.

We anticipate that costs for healthcare, travel expenses, transportation help, 24-hour caregiving, and lost wages could exceed $30,000.  All funds (minus 2.9% GoFundMe fees and credit card processing) will go directly to Lucas to help with normal bills, living expenses, and healthcare. 

Lucas is thankful for any amount you can donate as well as your wishes, thoughts, and prayers. If you would prefer to contribute directly through Venmo or PayPal, he can accept those methodsof payments as well.