The Armacost Six

On September 3, 2019 Caroline Guidry Armacost was diagnosed with breast cancer. Her husband, Jon, was suddenly facing  the biggest challenge of his life. How was he going to accommodate the needs of 9 year old Sam, 6 year old Juliana, 3 year old Max, and 1 year old William while Caroline underwent very aggressive chemo?
They were going to need help.

On October 11, Caroline underwent a lumpectomy with sentinel node biopsy. The pathology report confirmed that she is in Stage 1B with invasive triple negative breast cancer, or TNBC. This type of cancer is non-hormonal receptive so it cannot be treated with hormonal based therapies. Triple negative is also known as a more aggressive type of cancer.

Caroline will start a regimen of chemotherapy on November 4 known as “AC followed by Paclitaxel” which has disabling side effects making it impossible for her to continue to work full time. This is a biweekly chemo regimen lasting 8 weeks. It will be followed by a weekly dose of Taxol lasting 12 weeks, followed by radiation for several weeks.

In order to allow Caroline to rest and heal during these aggressive treatments, our goal is to cover the cost of hiring someone to provide much needed afternoon help with the kids.  Jon's mother is also undergoing chemotherapy during this time, adding even more stress for this young family. Caroline’s mom, Ramsey Buras, will handle management of her gifts. They are currently interviewing people to provide afternoon help.

Caroline and Jon are now raising their family in Maryland, far from Lafayette, Louisiana where most of her family lives.  Growing up in Lafayette, Caroline was a Fatima Warrior, St. Thomas More Cougar, talented gymnast, beautiful dancer, and true example of her love for Jesus.  Her warrior spirit and unwavering faith will win this battle!