My sister, Ellen, was recently diagnosed with Stage 2B high-grade serous carcinoma of the fallopian tubes, an aggressive form of ovarian cancer. After complaining of abdominal pain, Ellen was taken to the ER where they found a tumor on her right ovary. She was scheduled for surgery three days later to remove the tumor, ovaries and fallopian tubes. The organs and tumor were biopsied, and cancer was found in one of her fallopian tubes. A second surgery was required to remove all remaining reproductive organs. At that time, cancer was also found on her bladder and was removed. She is now undergoing a challenging course of chemotherapy which involves 6-hour infusion sessions every 3 weeks for 5 months. This will be followed by another 18 months of chemotherapy. The treatments are taking a serious toll on her body, leaving her exhausted and in daily pain, making it impossible for her to work. Ellen is a public servant working as a school bus driver for Effingham County, GA. She misses her daily drives with her students and is ready to get back to work. Unfortunately, she will not be able to return for at least a year. Her wife, Melanie, is also a public servant working for Chatham County, GA. Melanie continues to work full time, but the demands of caring for Ellen, managing the household, and supporting their 16-year-old daughter, Sydney, have become overwhelming. With Melanie running out of personal leave and Ellen needing extra help during each week of chemotherapy, their family is facing a critical time. Lost income and the need for additional support with housework, lawn care, and home maintenance have added to their stress. By coming together to support Ellen, Melanie, and Sydney, we can help ease their burden and allow them to focus on what matters most—Ellen’s recovery and their family’s well-being. Thank you so much for your donation!