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Support Uncle Dan's Fight for Life
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Hello, my name is Danielle, and I'm reaching out to raise funds for my incredible Uncle Dan.
At 46 years old, Dan is battling liver cirrhosis and insulin-dependent diabetes.
Unfortunately, he's been in and out of the hospital ten times this year alone. Due to complications from cirrhosis and diabetes, he's required multiple blood transfusions to address severe anemia, exacerbating his already compromised health. His liver is functioning at a dangerously low capacity, leading to a cascade of medical issues throughout his body.
Dan's condition is deteriorating rapidly, and he's in urgent need of a liver transplant. A living donor could provide him with a chance for a longer, healthier life. However, he's currently on a transplant list, joining over 100,000 others in hoping for a life-saving opportunity. Sadly, the wait can be up to four years, and many won't survive the wait. His doctor has warned that without a transplant within the next two months, his life is at risk.
Dan's wife, Dana, is doing her best to balance work and care for him and their two children. I'm reaching out to raise funds to support them during this challenging time. The money raised will help cover medical expenses until Dan's social security disability benefits kick in, a process that could take up to six months. Dan is unable to work much longer and is diligently navigating the paperwork for social security disability.
As he searches for a liver, if you or someone you know is O positive or negative, please don't hesitate to reach out. We're urgently seeking a match.
Please consider contributing in any way you can. Your support means the world to us. Thank you sincerely for your generosity
Organizer and beneficiary
Danielle Ferrara
Organizer
Massapequa, NY
Dana Lisle
Beneficiary