Chelsey's Brain Tumor Health Care

Hi, we are Michael, Cynthia Kivland (mom and dad), and Kelly and Michael (siblings) of our dear Chelsey. Chelsey is a 43-year-old mother of two boys, 6 and 3, and a tenured professor. Chelsey's brain tumor left her visually impaired - blind. The family has traveled to be by her side since December, holding her hand, sitting by her hospital bed, helping with her two boys, Hank and Desmond, learning adaptive skills with Chelsey to navigate the world as a blind person, and supporting her husband, Bill.

The funds will help pay for travel expenses so her family can continue to be there for her, home health costs, medication at $5000 a month, medical bills, rehabilitative and technology training, adaptive equipment, and childcare costs.

Chelsey is a brilliant, admired professor dedicated to her students, her research, and her contributions to the field of anthropology. We marvel at her accomplishments, knowing there will be more ahead.

Your support will be graciously accepted and appreciated; allow us to be part of Chelsey and her family's journey. Knowing we have a village with us will keep us strong and hopeful.