Help Nurse Teri beat Hodgkin's!

As many of you know, our buddy Teri Fallon--nurse, caregiver, Quiz Bowl wizard, and dance party enthusiast--was diagnosed with Hodgkin's Lymphoma, Stage 3S in April after nearly a year of recurrent illnesses and visits to specialists. 

I've known Teri a short time compared to many of you but her tireless sass, humor and heart enrich my life, and I bet you feel the same.


Teri has a deep love for her friends and family, her two home communities (Trumansburg and Binghamton) and helping others.  She has spent countless hours advocating for and caring for those who cannot fully advocate and care for themselves, and we need her healthy so that she can continue that important work (and because, dance parties).

Supported by her partner David, children Airec and Maxine, the Fallon Clan, colleagues at the Franziska Racker Centers, and many other friends and family, she is confident that she can turn a favorable prognosis into a certain win. 


Let's help her do that and alleviate some of the financial burden and stress that comes with a diagnosis like this one. While insurance is a big help,  co-pays and deductibles are greater than expected and fall is likely the soonest she'll be able to return to work full-time. Plus, travel to specialists and many promising alternative treatments are not covered by insurance.

Knowing how much Teri loves her people, I know that an outpouring of support from our communities will make her feel joyful and strong.

Thank you, all, for your generosity. May the force be with our Teri!