Dr. Karen McCleskey

Hi everyone!!

I continue to be in awe of your generosity in helping Karen! Thank you, thank you!

As you can see, Karen had a wonderful visit from Pal! When I approached her, she screamed in joy and Pal went nuts! Pal then sat in her lap for an hour, just nuzzling. Pal is currently staying at my house, getting along so well with my own dogs. This makes it easier for me to take him to visit her.

Since then, Karen has had some wonderful visits with friends.

Unfortunately, she is steadily declining, both physically and mentally. She remains in the hospital, waiting for a bed to become available in the hospice facility; the staff at the hospital is doing a wonderful job in its care of Karen.

I will try to be more accountable in the update category. But, again, I am so grateful for all your thoughts, prayers and donations.

Jane

Hi, my name is Jane Dausner. I am a LCSW in Atlanta and am raising money for Dr Karen McCleskey, a long-time CEU provider. For those who don't know, Karen was diagnosed with a Grade 4 (highest grade) malignant brain tumor in January 2022. Her life expectancy at this point is in the 12 month range, but this is just the statistics; it can be more or less.

As a palliative care social worker and her friend, I have become very involved in getting her what she needs; she has no family. She lives in a RV with her beloved dog, Pal, who is sweet, but very active.

As Karen experiences more cognitive decline, she is needing more assistance. Her only income is her social security; her rent just went up, her truck needed tires, and her dog had to go to the vet.

Her oncologist recently told her that she shouldn't be driving anymore, and, of course, this was devastating. She will need to utilize driving services. I take her to the doctor when I can; I have also applied to several foundations for assistance.

Please consider donating. I have experienced her anxiety when she is in financial stress and just don't feel she needs this distress on top of all she is trying to manage and confront.

Thank you!