My brother and former Broadway dancer Rod McCune has been diagnosed with glioblastoma brain cancer. Rod has an inoperable tumor and many small lesions on his brain. Rod and John-Michael, his partner of 30 years, are facing another nightmare. Insurance issues are adding an entire other level of stress to their financial future. We are launching this fundraiser to help them!

The agony and stress of this medical nightmare has been compounded by his health insurance, which only covers in-state care and emergencies out-of -state. Rod and his partner John-Michael live in New Jersey and were visiting Rod’s sister and wife in Massachusetts when he was taken to the ER in Plymouth on August 29. The doctors discovered masses on his brain with significant swelling. He’s been in the hospital in Boston ever since. Rod’s care at BIDMC in Boston has been exceptional and specialized for his needs. Rod suffered a seizure during his brain biopsy and that has complicated his condition. His left arm and left leg have been significantly impacted.

Funds would be used to help pay Rod’s medical bills not covered by insurance and daily care, but also to assist Rod and/or John-Michael’s daily living needs; monthly expenses, and future bills etc. Their future needs are difficult to predict but could include the need to spend nights near the hospital in a hotel or to rent an ADA accessible apartment during or after treatments as well as in-home health assistance.

Both Rod and John-Michael are fiercely private people. Asking for financial help feels awkward to them. Convincing them to allow us to create a GoFundMe page for them took some effort. Please consider helping my amazing brother and his partner John-Michael as they make their way thru this tragedy. Any contributions would be greatly appreciated.