Support Leah's Battle Against Rectal Cancer

My name is Beth Cobos. I have known Leah for almost 18 years when we met as Nannies taking our nanny kiddos to Book Babies at the Library. I have had the privilege of having her as a “co-worker”; seeing her and her partner Jacob welcome their son Oliver into the world; being there when she lost her Dad; listening to all the stories of her in beauty school to become a nail tech; and open/design her own studio in her garage in Portland, OR.

In February 2024, Leah was diagnosed with Stage 3 Rectal Cancer. She went through multiple scans and tests, 28 rounds of oral chemo and radiation, further scans, and she just completed her journey of IV chemo infusions.

Leah works independently in the beauty industry as a nail tech in SE Portland. She has recently been unable to work as much as she’d like due to chemotherapy zapping her strength and endurance.

There is still a possibility of a surgery at the end of her current treatments at the end of October which will mean more days off and necessary recovery time. While Leah continues to work and power through despite her treatment, it will be another year before she’s fully recovered and back to her new normal.

The stress of these physical and emotional challenges along with the financial burdens are taking a toll on this sweet family. Her partner, Jacob has been her caregiver during all of this- taking her to her appointments, scans, labs, infusions, and keeping her comfortable when she’s at home. He has been off work since late March.

I’m seeking to help them navigate bills and other expenses so Leah and Jacob can focus solely on healing, trying to alleviate as much stress for them as I can. Any support is deeply appreciated. If you are unable to donate at this time, sharing this with others would mean the world to us.