Support Dale McGeorge's Battle Against Cancer

AYUTTHAYA, THAILAND—Dale McGeorge, age 77, was diagnosed with melanoma skin cancer 6 years ago and underwent surgery to remove the tumor, resulting in the removal of his lymph nodes as well. Unfortunately, the surgery proved ineffective, and another cancerous tumor has grown in place. After several MRI, PET, and CAT scans, more cancerous tumors were located, specifically under his left knee, right shoulder, back, left thumb joint, and neck on the left side. The doctors have concluded that he would be admitted to do immunotherapy, a treatment that uses the immune system to eliminate cancer. If immunotherapy fails to eliminate cancer over the course of the next two years, he will be required to receive chemotherapy.

FINANCIAL CIRCUMSTANCE

Currently, the McGeorge family has two girls attending Brigham Young University–Hawaii on full-ride scholarships funded by the IWORK Program. Dale is retired and unable to work due to his age. His wife, Na, brings in a small income with her English tutoring services. Their other source of income is his monthly social security (~$1,000). They are to withhold at least $12,000 in their account as required by Thai immigration law for Dale's legal residence in Thailand. Other spending has been put toward the construction of their family home, which is currently put on hold.

MEDICAL EXPENSES

Dale is under the care of Thammasat Hospital, where he will receive immunotherapy. As reported in their expenses, the total cost of immunotherapy is $33,000, excluding required blood work, bi-annual PET and CAT scans, travel, hospital accommodation, anesthesia, nursing fees, and additional medical expenses.

Dale recently received his first treatment on June 27, 2024. Please see the attached document as proof of expense: Treatment 1 Receipt. Note that the listed currency in the document is in Thai Baht.

The next scheduled immunotherapy payment is in August 2024. However, he will still be required to receive his treatment on a monthly basis.

$33,000 of the funds will be used to cover immunotherapy. The additional $10,000 will cover medical fees such as blood work, accommodation, medication, nursing, travel, and PET and CAT scans.

SUPPORT US

It is with humbled hearts and gratitude that we ask for financial contributions of any amount to be made to this fundraiser. All donations will be put towards Dale's medical expenses. Any remaining will be donated to medical and humanitarian efforts through The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and other non-profit organizations.

We hope that through this challenge, our family will be able to assist a family in need, returning the goodness that has been given to us back to the community and the world.

We ask that you share this fundraiser with your family and friends to raise more awareness.

Fundraising account based in the US. Funds will be transferred to Dale and Na McGeorge in Thailand.

REQUEST ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Additional information regarding immunotherapy treatment, expenses, and donations can be provided upon request. Please contact Iris McGeorge for more information.

Fundraising Manager: Iris McGeorge

MESSAGE FROM IRIS

I want to personally thank those who have been with our family during this hard time. As a daughter, it is very hard to be away from home when the entire family is affected by this circumstance. I am grateful for any kind of support given to us, whether it is a comforting embrace, words of encouragement, friendship, thoughtful prayers, or financial contribution. As of right now, we need your support and kindness more than ever.

Written by: Iris McGeorge, daughter