My sister has been ill and in the hospital for the past three weeks. The doctors are still searching for answers, but she is suffering from internal bleeding and has needed several blood transfusions. Recently, she had a shunt placed in her liver to help manage her condition. This has been an incredibly difficult time for her and her family, as she is the main provider and has been unable to work during her illness. 
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 On top of her own health struggles, she recently missed a lot of work in May and June because her son was in the ICU on a ventilator for over a week. She slept by his bedside and stayed with him until he woke up, and has continued to be with him as he’s been getting better and back to good health. The emotional and financial strain has been overwhelming for her and her family. 
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 The money raised will go directly toward her medical bills, home expenses, food, and other necessities. We also need help covering the cost of gas for trips to the hospital and doctor visits. Your support will help her and her family manage these burdens while she focuses on healing and recovery. 
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 Any help is greatly appreciated. Thank you to those who are able to donate. Your generosity and kindness will not be forgotten. Please share this fundraiser with others who may be able to help. Together, we can make a difference for my sister and her family.

Support for My Sister’s Medical Recovery

<div>HELP SUPPORT GINA DUNCAN. 
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<div>Just when she thought the hardest chapter of her life was behind her, another one began.

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<div>It was just 7 short years ago when Gina began the fight of her life against appendiceal cancer. Even though the odds were stacked against her she pushed through and continues to redefine what’s possible.

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<div>On March 12th, 2026, Gina suffered a devastating hemorrhagic stroke. In an instant, her world shifted and she found herself facing another fight.

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<div>Her deficits were immediate and heartbreaking, leaving her with significant left sided paralysis. Her ability to move freely was taken from her, along with her mobility and independence.

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<div>In the days following her stroke, she was given continuous hypertonic solutions to reduce elevated intracranial pressure and brain swelling. While this treatment was critically important, it caused a fluid build up in her lungs. The extra fluid impacted the pressure in her brain prompting the need for a craniectomy.

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<div>Even in her most vulnerable moments—her head shaved, her independence gone, and needing assistance with every aspect of daily living—Gina never lost her spicy personality. She's never failed to entertain us with her witty humor bringing laughter into a situation that felt so heavy. She quickly became a favorite among her nurses and staff who cared for her.

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<div>After 15 days in the hospital, on March 27th, she was transferred to a renown rehabilitation facility in Grand Rapids. Mary Free Bed is known for its exceptional care, tailored programs and outcomes that often exceed national averages. NOTHING BUT THE BEST FOR MY GINA!!!

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<div>Her strength is undeniable. She’s determined to heal, regain her strength and keep moving forward. 

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<div>As she begins this long and challenging road to recovery, we are asking for help to ease the financial burden that comes with it - medical care, therapy, and the many unknowns ahead.   

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<div>She has dedicated nearly 30 years in the medical field helping and supporting her patients, coworkers and physicians who count on her. Now we are hoping to surround her with that same support. 

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<div>If you are not in a position to donate, sharing this page and keeping her in your thoughts and prayers means just as much. Every bit of support reminds her that she's not facing this fight alone. 

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Different fight, same courage and determination

<div>Hi, I’m Marissa Gill-Swor. Most of you who know me also know my dad, David Gill. My dad is not one to ever ask anyone for help, so I am stepping up to do this for him in hopes that we can support him in any way possible.
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<div>As many of you know, he has always been a hardworking man who will help anyone if he can. Over the last 5 months, he’s been dealing with a wound on his leg that just won’t heal. He has had multiple doctor appointments, painful procedures to scrape and clean the wound, and countless tests — yet still no real answers about what is causing it.
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<div>This has started affecting his day-to-day life in a pretty tough way. Between appointments and constant pain, he hasn’t been able to work like he wants to. It’s taken away the things he loves most: guiding fishing trips and hunting. That has not only affected him physically and emotionally, but also financially.
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<div>With medical bills piling up and his income limited during this time, it has put a major strain on him. We are asking for any help, prayers, or support you can offer while we continue searching for answers and treatment. Even the smallest contribution will go directly toward medical expenses and helping him stay afloat while he recovers and hopefully gets back to the work he loves.
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<div>Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for reading, sharing, or giving. Your support means more than you know. ♥️
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Aid for David’s Medical Expenses

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<div>Help Support My Recovery After Open-Heart Surgery ❤️

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<div>My name is Austin. A background on what happened for those of you that don’t know: I was playing basketball like I always do and felt tightness and sharp pains in my chest, which caused me to not be able to breathe correctly. So, I was rushed to the hospital, and they told me it was a good thing I came in because I had a heart attack. Knowing me, I don’t go to the doctors at all, but the pain was unbearable, so I did, and good thing I did. On September 26th, <strong>I will be undergoing open-heart bypass surgery after recently surviving a heart attack.</strong>

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<div>I’ve been working since I was 16 years old, and I’ve always taken pride in being a hard worker and provider for my family. I’ve never been the type to ask for help—I’ve always pushed through, no matter what. When I tore my Achilles, I worked through the pain and healed while still showing up every day. When I was diagnosed with glaucoma at the age of 11, I kept pushing. I was told I would be blind by 40 at the age of 11. I’m 28 now. I even declined short-term and long-term disability benefits because I’ve always been pretty healthy and never thought I’d need them.

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<div>But right now, <strong>I need help more than ever.</strong>

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<div>I’ve already been out of work for two months since my heart attack, and after surgery, I’ll be recovering for at least three more months. This unexpected medical journey has left me and my family in a difficult spot financially. My focus needs to be on healing and getting strong again, but the weight of bills and responsibilities doesn’t stop.

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<div>I’ve always believed in hard work, faith, and resilience—and I’m determined to come back from this stronger than ever. But I can’t do it alone. Some days are good, and some days my faith is tested.

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<div>I’m humbly asking for your support—whether it’s through a donation, a share, or even just prayers and encouragement or a message to check on me. Every little bit helps me and my family stay afloat while I fight through this chapter of my life.

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<div>Thank you for taking the time to read my story, and for standing with me on the road to recovery. ❤️

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<div><strong>Austin Danner</strong>

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Stand with Austin: Overcoming Heart Surgery

<div>We never imagined we would be needing to do this. The untimely, very unexpected death of Sonny Joe Arreguin has left a huge void and sadness in our lives. He passed away in his sleep at home. He is a beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and friend to many. Married to his wife for over 2 decades, he was a strong, loving man who provided for his family to the best of his ability, leaving behind his wife, 7 children, and 25 grandchildren. He was a native to Killeen as his father served in the military and his duties planted the family here. He has served his community throughout his years here, always willing to work and help where he was needed. Recently suffering a bad accident that required multiple surgeries, he had been out of work to recover. His wife also recently underwent surgery as well. He did not have life insurance.
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<div><strong>Our family needs some assistance to finish the assignment.</strong> We humbly ask for any help our family and friends can provide. <strong>His wife will also need help while still recovering and getting back on her feet.</strong> At this time, we do not have a service date as an autopsy is needed before we can set one. We will inform everyone as soon as we know. <strong>Anything, big or small, is greatly appreciated as we try to navigate the next few weeks in laying him to rest.</strong> We thank you for any donation given. Hug your loved ones, say what needs to be said now. Tomorrow is not promised.
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Help Lay Sonny Joe Arreguin to Rest

<div>Hi, my name is Brooke Flores Mullins. I am Gary Flores's niece. My Uncle Gary sustained injuries that caused him to be hospitalized on multiple occasions over several weeks, which resulted in a massive accumulation of hospital bills and his inability to work, since he is self-employed. He is still unable to work for an undetermined period of time while he recovers.
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<div>If you know Gary, you know that he has the biggest heart that you've ever seen. He is always the first one to help when someone is in need. He's a founding member of the Rocking Horse Rider's Charity Organization. Gary has spent a lifetime giving back to his community, and it's time we help him and his family in their time of need.
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<div>The following is his medical history, as described by his wife, Kimberly Flores.
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<div>Gary went to the ER on May 1st because of severe back pain, chest pain and shortness of breath. He was transferred to San Jacinto Methodist where he was admitted. After running several tests and CT scans he was diagnosed with pleural effusion. He remained in the hospital until May 4th when he was discharged. After less than a week, he began to have the same problems again; back pain, chest pain and shortness of breath. He went back to the ER on May 15th and was transferred to UTMB Clear Lake where he was admitted. He remained in the hospital for 9 days after a diagnosis of Pneumonia, Empyema and severe infection in and around his lungs. He was treated with IV antibiotics and had a chest tube inserted for several days to help get the fluid out of his lungs and chest cavity. He was discharged on May 23rd with an estimated 6-8 week at-home recovery time. On May 31st, Gary went to his 1 week follow-up pulmonary appointment and the Doctor seems positive about his recovery but has now referred him to a cardiologist. At the end of the month, he will have another CT scan and follow up pulmonary appointment to confirm antibiotics did their job and all fluid is gone.
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Paige Friedman