
Help Teresa with medical expenses
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Hi. I'm Kibby (that's me on the left). My friend Teresa is on the right. Teresa has been the primary caregiver for my mom and stepdad for the past (nearly) 3 years. I love her not only because she is an excellent caregiver for my parents but because she is a fun, smart, caring, loving being. Unfortunately, she was recently diagnosed with a pituitary tumor (adenoma) that is pressing on her optic nerve. This caused her to have a horrible headache for days and problems with vision in her left eye. She lives in Joplin and had to be transported from Joplin to Columbia by medical helicopter last week. She spent a few nights in the hospital and has been discharged for now and has her surgery scheduled for Friday, March 11, in Columbia. Her parents drove up to Columbia last week to be with her, and unfortunately her dad fell in the hotel room early Monday morning and broke a hip. He had surgery in Columbia earlier this week and is now in rehab at Missouri Orthopaedic Institute in Columbia. Teresa's family has been staying at a hotel for the past 8 days and will continue to do so for a while. The expenses are piling up. Teresa is currently without medical insurance and without a job. After her surgery, she will need to spend at least 4 weeks recovering. I appreciate any donations you are willing to make towards medical and temporary living expenses for Teresa and her family. I am required to enter a dollar amount for the fundraising goal, but Teresa will be able to receive the donations whether or not the goal is reached or exceeded. Teresa did not ask for help, but I wanted to do something to help, and I have her blessing. If you are willing and able to make a donation, thank you!
Organizer and beneficiary
Kibby Smith
Organizer
Columbia, MO
Teresa Garrison
Beneficiary