In early July 2023 our Mom, Stephanie, was diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer, a highly aggressive form of cancer. She is undergoing a long 6-month regimen of chemotherapy. Then the next step will be followed by a double mastectomy with reconstruction in early 2024. She will then continue with many weeks of immunotherapy treatments after surgery to ensure that the cancer is fully removed.

Just a few weeks later our Dad, Todd, had an unrelated MRI that showed rare large bilateral carotid body tumors that required surgical removal. One of the tumors was removed without issue however when the second was removed, 5 weeks later, there were complications and he suffered a stroke on October 3. This resulted in an extended 10-day hospital stay. The stroke affected his speech, the inability to swallow which led to the need for a feeding tube, and also caused severe weakness and lack of motion in his right arm. Dad will require months of acute rehabilitation before returning to work.
Both Stephanie & Todd will need to have extended time off work during both of their treatments. While both our parents have good benefits there are many expenses which are not covered.

We are deeply appreciative of any donations and support.
With sincere gratitude, Meagan Waaramaa-Radney and Cole Waaramaa