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STEVE HELMUTH SR MEDICAL NEEDS

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This is an update to my original gofundme story. Once again, I find that my son, Steve, is in a position that he needs   help. I am Marie Yoder and Steve is my son. Steve was diagnosed with Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma almost 3 years ago now.  That is just a fancy name for a rare cancer that is eating away at his jawbone and the roof of his mouth. There is no known cure so his prognosis is terminal.

Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma (ACC) is a relatively rare form of cancer that most commonly develops in the salivary glands or other regions of the head and neck. ACC can occur in other parts of the body, such as the breast, skin, cervix in females, prostate gland in males, and various other areas. It is a slow-growing but fatal form of cancer.

The cancer has progressed and currently pain medication is keeping Steve comfortable. He will be starting chemo and radiation March 4th and treatment will continue for approximately 1 year with the most aggressive treatment occurring during the first 3 months. Surgery is also being discussed. 

As any mom, I love my son more than my next breath. I has been heartbreaking to watch his health decline knowing that there is nothing I can do to protect him. Isn’t that our job as moms… to protect our kids. It doesn’t matter how old they are, they are still our babies.

Steve has fought hard; he IS fighting hard. He is in constant pain which seems to get worse daily. He can no longer work. He is receiving disability now, but it barely covers his living expenses

I can love on him. I can pray for him. I can be there for him every step of the way supporting him, but Amos and I just don’t have the means to help him financially. Now more than ever before, Steve needs help paying his living expenses; things like rent, utilities, and medical bills.

I come to you again asking for my friends and family to come forward and help in any way that you feel led. I know that God can bless and multiply and trust that He will. I do want to let you all know that I will continue to  be the one handling the donations and making sure the bills all get paid.  I am not changing the amount on the gofundme page, but am trusting that our Father, who knows our every need, will touch hearts and the donations will equal exactly what Steve needs to meet his needs during this next year. We were so excited to see God's hand at work when during the first gofundme the donations equaled exactly the amount Steve needed to pay his bills and for treatment. As mentioned above, his disability has been approved and covers food and other essentials That gives Steve the freedom to focus on his health.

So again, I ask. If at all possible, can you please donate and share on your Facebook page so others who feel led can also give.

Last, but certainly not least, we continue to covet your prayers as we walk this unknown road. Prayers for divine healing and prayers for strength, both for Steve and for Amos and I.

We love you all dearly and thank God for your unselfish giving and continued prayers.
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Donations 

  • Phil Helmuth
    • $150
    • 4 yrs
  • Dana Moore
    • $100
    • 4 yrs
  • Pam Mangan
    • $50
    • 4 yrs
  • Gary Helmuth
    • $100
    • 4 yrs
  • Michael Fingerle
    • $200
    • 4 yrs
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Amos Yoder
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Sarasota, FL

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