UDATE 2/8/2026

Missy is now home. She has shown remarkable improvement and her determination to get well has been incredible!

She had some set backs and had to fight some infections, went to rehab, back to the hospital over Christmas, but she fought through it all and is now home! She will is doing well, but will still be out of work for a couple of months while getting physical therapy.

She is going to need our help to get back on her feet.

Anything you can donate will help!

Thank you to those who have donated, prayed for her recovery and sent well wishes!

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Melissa Vandermark (Bickham) was taken to the ER in Binghamton on November 3rd. She was transferred to a hospital in Sayre, PA.

She was diagnosed with an aneurysm and stroke caused by a rare condition called Moyamoya Syndrome.

Melissa (Missy) was stable and talking, but took a turn when she developed Hydrocephalus (fluid on the brain) and required emergency surgery. On Sunday 11/9 she was airlifted to a hospital in Rochester, NY.

She remains in the hospital in Rochester and will stay there for at least a month. At this point, it is probable that she will need at least 3-4 more surgeries.

Her prognosis is unclear, but her family remains hopeful.

The medical costs are mounting and it's unclear what she will need after she returns home.

Your donations will go to her family to pay her medical costs and to assist in her daily living. Anything you can donate will be appreciated.

Please share with family and friends.

Please pray for Missy and leave any positive thoughts for her and her family. Encouraging words and prayers are welcome.