I am a husband, father, son, brother, and uncle. I was diagnosed with diabetes in 2002. The diabetes led to retinopathy in 2017 which caused me to lose sight in both eyes. At that point I was no longer able to return to work and had to file for disability. Soon after I had laser corrective surgery done which thankfully worked. My eyesight was still not great, but the improvement was significant.
In April of this year, I was finally able to have my cataract surgery and am now able to see very well. Praise and glory to God! Due to the diabetes in 2018, I was diagnosed with stage 4 renal failure. In 2019 I started my dialysis doing nightly treatments at home. Shortly after I began my journey of completing all the necessary requirements to be added on the kidney/pancreas transplant list, some of which include several tests, shots, exams with specialists, as well as any necessary dental work, and fundraising. One of the requirements is to have a certain amount of funds set aside for after the transplant that will cover any costs not covered by insurance as well as any unforeseen expenses. I am halfway there and am needing to raise $5000 to complete all requirements and be added to the list. To be able to have this transplant would be a new lease on life. I have always been a hard-working individual who had only relied on myself. I have worked 15+ years in the oil field. This experience has definitely humbled me as I am not used to asking for help. However here I am and am asking now, if you can donate any amount at all. Big or small, it all counts towards the goal. I pray for a second chance at life. Can you please help me? Any donations would be greatly appreciated. If you are not able to donate, please help me by sharing my story. Thank you and God bless!
Family and friends of Alfredo Maldonado are raising money for the nonprofit Help Hope Live to fund uninsured medical expenses associated with transplantation.
Alfredo has chosen to fundraise for Help Hope Live in part because Help Hope Live assures fiscal accountability of funds raised and tax deductibility 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.
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