Care for Avalon: Supporting Critical Medical Needs

WHO AM I? I'm Avalon, a 32-year-old wife, dog mom, cozy gamer, and chronically ill person. I once worked full-time in a fulfilling and financially rewarding career in consumer research. More than three years ago, I made the incredibly difficult decision to leave my career due to overwhelming health symptoms. I hoped to return to work within a few months, but as my diagnostic picture took shape and symptoms worsened, it became clear that what we thought was a temporary crisis had become a permanent reality for our family. My husband, Geoff, has continued to work full-time while also taking on the role of my full-time caregiver. WHAT IS MY REQUEST? The out-of-pocket cost of my healthcare needs has become untenable and we need our community's financial help to maintain the level of care my chronic illnesses require. We're asking our friends and family to help relieve some of the financial stress my conditions have caused us. Geoff and I have paid roughly $32,000 PER YEAR for the las...View More