Help Me Help My Uncle Joe
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This page is being made for the most unselfish man I know, the man I have always been able to count on, my Uncle Joe. Not only is he my Uncle, but also my best friend, and now he can count on me.
I never once in my life seen my Uncle be selfish. I just see a man that does anything and everything he possibly can for anyone who crosses his path. That comes from him being grateful for the opportunities and people that have come his way.
He used to live in Vegas and had the most amazing life as a Celebrity Stylist and TV Personality which provided him with so many amazing opportunities. I was so fortunate to be able to see him at his full potential. Unfortunately due to health concerns he had to make the choice and leave his Las Vegas life behind him. He moved back home to New Jersey to be closer to our family. I am so glad he did, if he was cross country I probably would have never realized the magnitude of the situation he is facing. He would rather call it quits and make us all believe everything is ok than ask for help but now I have taken control and won't allow it to be any other way nor will i ever allow him to give up.
Since my Uncle is home from Las Vegas it has been one medical challenge after another and sometimes he surprises me because he rallies up his strength to go to work whenever he can. He says that it helps him get through the tough days.
From multiple health concerns with his bladder, reoccurring tumors, renal failure twice and Crohns disease he now has Nephrostomy Tubes coming out of both of his kidneys to collection bags on his legs which are protecting his kidneys, preventing him from renal failure again and needing Dialysis, This has been done as a precaution while he continues to seek the medical attention to find out what is causing these problems with his bladder and kidneys. This has been stated by the doctors "as a complex urologic case."
Just in the last year he has had 9 different surgeries Along with infusion treatments every six weeks and other necessary procedures. In result of these medical procedures he has been unable to work full time at his job. He says “It is the most rewarding job I have ever done and I have done some great things." However it is a job that his pay is based on commission. So no work no pay.
Along with all this he was notified that his insurance company will no longer be servicing New Jersey as of December 31, 2016 and we are trying to get him full coverage for 2017 that all his doctors are in. To make matters worse, in addition to paying medical bills that have been piling up, new regulations prevent him from being able to take advantage of PPO's or MULTI State plans. This has created another huge obstacle in his treatment since he needs to see specialist that are in NYC.
It is my goal to take this burden off him so he can concentrate on what is important and that is to get better and be the man he once was.
Anyone who truly knows my uncle knows that he always puts other people’s needs before his and that his heart is bigger than anyone could imagine. So in closing I ask if you are able to donate, we will be forever appreciative and I know after he gets over wanting to kill me for doing this he will also be forever grateful as well. Please help my uncle through this and allow him to continue his treatments and procedures. I thank you in advance for even taking a moment to read this. With so much admiration, respect and love I thank you in advance.
His Nephew
Chaz
I never once in my life seen my Uncle be selfish. I just see a man that does anything and everything he possibly can for anyone who crosses his path. That comes from him being grateful for the opportunities and people that have come his way.
He used to live in Vegas and had the most amazing life as a Celebrity Stylist and TV Personality which provided him with so many amazing opportunities. I was so fortunate to be able to see him at his full potential. Unfortunately due to health concerns he had to make the choice and leave his Las Vegas life behind him. He moved back home to New Jersey to be closer to our family. I am so glad he did, if he was cross country I probably would have never realized the magnitude of the situation he is facing. He would rather call it quits and make us all believe everything is ok than ask for help but now I have taken control and won't allow it to be any other way nor will i ever allow him to give up.
Since my Uncle is home from Las Vegas it has been one medical challenge after another and sometimes he surprises me because he rallies up his strength to go to work whenever he can. He says that it helps him get through the tough days.
From multiple health concerns with his bladder, reoccurring tumors, renal failure twice and Crohns disease he now has Nephrostomy Tubes coming out of both of his kidneys to collection bags on his legs which are protecting his kidneys, preventing him from renal failure again and needing Dialysis, This has been done as a precaution while he continues to seek the medical attention to find out what is causing these problems with his bladder and kidneys. This has been stated by the doctors "as a complex urologic case."
Just in the last year he has had 9 different surgeries Along with infusion treatments every six weeks and other necessary procedures. In result of these medical procedures he has been unable to work full time at his job. He says “It is the most rewarding job I have ever done and I have done some great things." However it is a job that his pay is based on commission. So no work no pay.
Along with all this he was notified that his insurance company will no longer be servicing New Jersey as of December 31, 2016 and we are trying to get him full coverage for 2017 that all his doctors are in. To make matters worse, in addition to paying medical bills that have been piling up, new regulations prevent him from being able to take advantage of PPO's or MULTI State plans. This has created another huge obstacle in his treatment since he needs to see specialist that are in NYC.
It is my goal to take this burden off him so he can concentrate on what is important and that is to get better and be the man he once was.
Anyone who truly knows my uncle knows that he always puts other people’s needs before his and that his heart is bigger than anyone could imagine. So in closing I ask if you are able to donate, we will be forever appreciative and I know after he gets over wanting to kill me for doing this he will also be forever grateful as well. Please help my uncle through this and allow him to continue his treatments and procedures. I thank you in advance for even taking a moment to read this. With so much admiration, respect and love I thank you in advance.
His Nephew
Chaz
Organizer and beneficiary
Joey Gonnello
Organizer
Toms River, NJ
Joey Gonnello
Beneficiary
