Support Nielle's Brain Tumor Fight!

Meet Nielle

Nielle is a beautiful, loving mother of three children and a vibrant, kind-hearted soul who has always been a source of positivity and support to everyone around her. She has an infectious smile, and her positivity has touched countless lives. Not only is Nielle my fiancé and best friend, but she is a friend to many and would drop everything to help someone in need.

On August 28, I proposed to her at the Pink concert, which was held at Washington Grizzly Stadium in Missoula, Montana. I was honored to have her say yes and to have her agree to be with me for the rest of our lives. Nielle has welcomed me into her home and family. She has always been there to offer support whenever I need it and has accepted my ten-year-old son Jaxson as her son. Nielle has always been there for me - now it is my turn to be there for her and offer my unconditional love and support.

The Challenge

Twelve years ago, Nielle developed a mass on the frontal lobe of her brain. Doctors were seemingly unconcerned and reluctant to do surgery because of various blood disorders. In August of this year, we discovered conflicting reports and requested a second opinion and were sent to Seattle, Washington, in mid-September. The neurosurgeon at the University of Washington Hospital in Seattle, Washington, identified it as type two or three brain cancer. This devastating news has completely upended her life. The road ahead is daunting: Nielle will require complex surgery to remove the cancerous growth, followed by an extended hospital stay, home recovery, and a long period of rehabilitation to regain a sense of normalcy.

The Costs

The financial burden of Nielle's medical journey is immense to her and our family. The surgery alone is incredibly costly, and the expenses for the hospital stay, ongoing treatments, medications, traveling, and rehabilitation will quickly add up. Even with insurance, the out-of-pocket costs are going to be overwhelming. We, as Nielle's friends and community, can make a significant impact.

How You Can Help

I have set up this GoFundMe campaign to help ease the financial strain on Nielle and our family during this challenging time. Your generous donations will directly support the following:

* Surgery and hospital expenses.

* Post-surgery treatments and medications

* Rehabilitation and therapy costs

* Everyday living expenses while Nielle is unable to work

Your Impact

Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a profound difference. Your support will allow Nielle to focus on her recovery without the added stress of financial worries. By coming together, we can give Nielle the best possible chance to overcome this battle and return to the joyful life she has always lived.

Thank you in advance for your generosity and loving support,

Ronald (fiancé) and Jaxson Barker (future stepson) and her children (Justin, age 20, Ryan, age 17, and River, age 11).

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