Chiari Malformation-brain surgery

I have Chiari Malformation- ( brains don't fit in my skull, have had many surgeries since 2005, in need of another to place a VP Shunt for regulation of cerebral spinal fluid , built up due to blockage . While there i have to pay for rooming, cabs to and from places , and food on a limited income it gets costly, i hate asking, but any and all help would be greatly appreciated....this will be # 25