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I am a Clinical Laboratory Scientist who has been performing research in a stem cell lab for others and suddenly I am now on the receiving end. I am determined to use this experience to fuel my drive to help other patients who find themselves diagnosed with ALL.
With all medical events there is a huge financial burden. I am currently unable to work. There is so many costs associated with chemotherapy and transplant. After my transplant, I will need a caregiver 24/7 in addition to providing care for Megan.
Any contribution that you are able to make is greatly appreciated. We will also be hosting various events over the next couple of months.
Heather has chosen to fundraise for Help Hope Live in part because Help Hope Live assures fiscal accountability of funds raised and tax deductibility to the full extent allowed by law for contributors. Contributors can be sure donations will be used to pay or reimburse medical and related expenses. To make a tax-deductible donation to this fundraising campaign, click on the Give button.
For more information, please contact Help Hope Live at 800.642.8399.
Thank you for your support!
A quick update. Thanks again for all the support. I'm two years out from my Bone Marrow Transplant! Yay.
Everything is going well, I'm still 100% donor cells and my counts are mostly normal. Life on the other side has its challenges but I am grateful for every moment.
Slowly returning to what can be normal and started my academic journey shortly after transplant. This Spring I will be graduating with my Master's in Biomedical Engineering and continuing on to get my PhD. This is very important for me because my research has always been focused on hematopoietic stem cells and I am so thankful for the opportunity to help others like me have a better chance of a successful transplant.
Again thank you so much for all your donations! I am grateful for all the help.
Transplant day is November 15th!!!! I'm super excited to be moving forward with my life. I will be in the hospital for a month and then two months I have to stay in Gainesville away from my home and family. I will have a caregiver 24/7. We will need to provide our own food in the lodging and need gas to travel from Ocala to Gainesville.
My husband is going to take unpaid leave to help out and provide care for both me and our daughter, Megan. This has been a huge financial burden on our family. We appreciate any contribution that you can make.
My last bone marrow biopsy results showed that I am currently in remission!
I will be going in for another cycle of chemotherapy this week (October 1st). I'm waiting on confirmation testing on donors. I should be going to transplant at the end of October or the 1st part of November.
Due to the nature of my disease I can't work and we are dependent on one income. Mckinley has been working hard to support us but he isn't always getting a full 40 hours because he is taking care of me and Megan. I have to go to Shands multiple times a week. We have to pay for gas and food expenses. We are still in need of assistance to help us get through this difficult times.
Any help would be appreciated.
Hopefully, I'll be getting my bone marrow transplant sometime in October to December. This means that I will be in the hospital for a month and then in the Hope lodge for two more months. That means a lot of food, transportation and time away from work for my husband. I have been unable to work during this period of time so our funds are extremely limited. We are looking for any contribution that you can provide to get us through the next several months. Thank you so much: Heather, Mckinley and Megan.
I will be heading back into UF Health Shands Cancer Hospital on August 8th for a week stay for my second round of chemotherapy. Everything is lining up and I am getting ready for my bone marrow transplant in a few months. I will be in the hospital for at least a month after transplant and then will have to stay in Gainesville after for two more months. This is going to require lots of travel for my family and I will need a caretaker 24 hours/7 days a week in addition to Megan who will require her own caretaker. This is a rough time in our lives and need all the support we can get.
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Praying for you!!
Susan Shewchuk
Heather thinking of you and your beautiful family, sending you tons of greetings and hugs!
Hoping you find strength with each new day. ...
Every day you are getting closer.
I’m rooting for you.
Love,
Maria Silva
Maria Silva
My prayers for your health
LUis Rodriguez
Heather, thank you for being a dedicated Tech. The work that you do takes dedication. I hope that you receive a successful transplant and never have to be on this side of cancer again. Stay strong. Take care.
Jeanie
Jeanie Savon
I had a great time painting with Nonie, and several colleagues from OneBlood. Nonie is an ambassador to your cause and I am pleased to make this donation.
Tina Huitsing
Thank you for bringing this to my attention Nonie at Nonie's Creative Designs. I am happy to be a little help. Good luck with your recovery Heather!
Jason Lawrence
I am Nonie’s “GrandmaDoDo. Heather: I wish you well and all goes towards a healthy recovery in all the upcoming procedures you need to have.
Dolores Ross
A big thanks to Noni Hicks for creating beautiful art in support of Heather A Blackwell.
Debbie Coke
Praying for you!
Karen Shirley
I don’t know you.ButI’ll be praying for you everyday sweet girl! Sounds like you have a wonderful family,that is standing behind you! My family and
I will try and do what we can. I pray you get what you need,you sound so sweet!!
Velma Fail
So sorry to hear about this, you were always one of the nicest people to talk with at the Perry center. Good luck with treatment!
Craig Jerome
We miss you, girl. Thinking about you all the time and can\'t wait to have you back!!!
Kelly Leach
I love you, stay strong!
Jennifer Quillen
You are a strong bad ass! You will be back to science in no time !
Kelly Anderson
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