January 4, 2017

Happy New Year!

Holy cow, I cannot believe we hit our goal! Thank you to ALL who have contributed - we appreciate it more than you'll ever know!!

Update:

I no longer have the nurse that I've had for the past two years coming to my house on a weekly basis to administer my treatment. I have had a couple new nurses come and we are trying to find the right fit.

Later this month (January), my insurance company needs to approve the continuation of these "much- needed" weekly treatments. I could use prayers that the authorization goes through smoothly!!

Love & peace,

Allison

November 14, 2016

We would like to thank everyone who came to the bowling fundraiser this evening to support us . . . and we would also especially like to thank all of the folks who made tonight happen! It was a very well organized and smoothly run event! We are truly blessed to have such a strong circle of family and friends in our lives.

One year ago I was not able to talk about this disease without crying and I was certainly not able to allow people to help us. We conducted a healing prayer service in the beginning of this year and I can say I’ve grown from it . . . I can now talk about this dumb disease without weeping and I’ve obviously allowed people to assist.

I also never really understood why people needed fundraising events if they had insurance. Unfortunately, I do now. Insurance only takes you so far . . . we have a high deductible and meet our out-of-pocket maximum every year in the first quarter of the year with less money to work with since I am unable to work.

The weekly treatment I get seems to help prevent the spread of this disease but it does not reverse the damage already caused by it or necessarily make me feel better. If I want to try alternative treatments like acupuncture, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, or stem cell therapy in an effort to regain some functionality and/or feel better, none of that is covered by insurance. Or, if I want to obtain an opinion from a doctor out-of-state, try things to help me feel better like supplements/vitamins, essential oils, or eating less chemically treated foods, unfortunately it is quite expensive.

Thank you all for your generosity, love. and support!

Love, Allison & Mike

November 14, 2016

Thank you to everyone who came out to support Allison and her family tonight!!! Special thank you to Lisa, Joe, Amy, Scott, Susan and Nina for pulling off the event! Pictures coming soon!

October 31, 2016

Update from Betty Plizga - The MOM2MOM sale was a success. We cleaned out a few basements and made $300. A big thanks to all who donated items!!

October 28, 2016

The Bowling event is coming soon! Purchase your tickets soon as prices increase after 10/31/16. Bowlers and non-bowlers are welcomed! We will have an auction and raffle items that you will not want to miss!!!

-The Bowling Committee

October 23, 2016

Hello all. I am overwhelmed with the kindness that my friends and family have shown us during this difficult time. I have been feeling extra exhausted this month, but as you all know, I keep fighting the progression of this disease every day! I appreciate ALL of your prayers and words of encouragement! I am hoping to use these funds for stem cell treatments, high medical deductibles, and supplements that are not covered by my insurance. I am looking forward to seeing you at the bowling event coming soon.

With much love, Allison and Mike.

October 10, 2016

Are you looking for a way to help, but have not been sure how? Do you have some baby or children's toys or gear taking up space in your basement or garage? Turn those items into a donation to HelpHopeLive in honor of Allison! Click on the even page for details!

September 21, 2016

Thank you for coming to this page! Today, we launched our campaign to provide financial assistance for uncovered medical expenses for Allison! Please consider making a donation (just click below) or supporting her at our first event (click on the event to register). It is our hope that easing the financial burdens on medical expenses might allow Allison focus solely on her health care. Consider making a donation today!!! No one should face this alone!

September 21, 2016

Please share this page with anyone who you might think may be interested in supporting Allison!!

September 20, 2016

If you are interested in lending your time or talents to this effort to support Allison, contact Nina DiMeglio-Zaleski (nmdzaleski@gmail.com) or Susan Koceski (susan.koceski@oakland.k12.mi.us) to learn how to get involved.

September 8, 2016

July Update! Good News! Dr. London was able to get CIGNA to approve six more months of the IVIG treatment! The first doses showed up THIS MORNING and she will start as soon as this evening, if not, then tomorrow morning.

I just wanted to share our happy news with you. Michael and Allison