Friends,

Over the last few years, my health has been heavily impacted by multiple autoimmune diseases. After a recent fight with sepsis, my vision began to degrade rapidly. I’m now experiencing worsening glare, visual instability, and eye strain that can no longer be corrected with glasses or contacts. This ongoing degradation has also led to more frequent, debilitating migraines, making daily life and work increasingly difficult.

Without treatment, this condition will continue to progress and ultimately lead to blindness. To prevent that outcome, my doctors have recommended Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE), a routine, safe, and well-established eye surgery. With this procedure, my vision is expected to be fully restored and stabilized.

Years of ongoing medical care have already drained my life savings. Even with insurance, the estimated all-in cost for surgery, anesthesia, and post-operative care is around $12,000, which I can’t cover alone.

I’m asking for help bridging this gap so I can move forward with treatment and protect my vision rather than delaying care due to cost. Any support or sharing is deeply appreciated.

—Casey