Help for Derek's transplant care
Donation protected
Several months ago, Derek (aka Drink Water) was hospitalized for a week due to a chronic and progressive illness. While gains are being made toward stabilizing him at home, Derek’s physical and mental conditions are impaired to a degree that he is unable to work (or even drive) for the foreseeable future.
His care requires countless medical appointments, coordination between multiple specialists, dealing with insurance and pharmacies, and a heavily-specialized diet and routine. This has become a full-time job for his wife Meredith (Mira), who is unable to work due to Derek’s extensive care requirements. With no end in sight for Derek’s needs and expenses piling up, they are turning to their community to help them weather this storm.
Derek has always been there for his people whether it was negotiating for his union, mentoring his crew members on playa, helping facilitate art around the world, or simply reminding us all to say “I love you”. This is our chance to let him know how much we love him and that he and Mira don’t have to walk this path alone.
Donations of any size are greatly appreciated. No amount is too small, and every dollar makes a difference. If you are unable to give monetarily, please consider sharing this page far and wide.
If you would like to leave a message of support, Mira and Derek have created a *Caring bridge page (in lieu of social media) and will update that page whenever possible. While they welcome all words of encouragement, they also appreciate folks keeping expectations low for immediate responses to individual communications and respecting their privacy during this time. Derek is receiving exceptional care from his medical team and fully trusts their expertise.
Derek and Mira are incredibly thankful for your love and support.
Organizer
Derek Menningen
Organizer
Austin, TX