Support Yodhi through cancer treatment and recovery

Dear friends near and far,

If you are reading this you are probably connected in some way to the wonder that is Yodhi. Amongst many other things, Yodhi is a very special human, a brilliant artist, a loving mother, a loyal friend and a facilitator of joy. We are blessed and lucky to have this soul in our lives.

This is an invitation to band together in support of Yodhi who is navigating a difficult passage after a recent diagnoses of synchronous bilateral breast cancers. After being diagnosed with cancer of the right breast, a second tumor was discovered in Yodhi’s left breast and surgical pathology confirmed two primary cancers both being invasive ductal carcinoma. The cancer on the right side has spread into lymph nodes.

This news has come at an already formidable time having spent the last two years in recovery after a significant trauma. Consequently reserves are low and your help is truly needed at this time.

With a tenacious will and lust for life, Yodhi has picked up the gauntlet and chosen a path forward. Although the idea of a well intentioned plan feels promising, the reality is that with it comes the fees for therapies not covered by insurance plus the cost of living while unable to work. The emotional toll while parenting and keeping the daily rhythm is a lot to hold. Alleviating financial worries is the key to lifting up our brave and magical friend.

Yodhi initially will undergo surgery of bilateral mastectomies which will take some time to heal and adjust to. Then further treatment will follow. Yodhi will continue to receive integrative therapies throughout this healing journey. The aim is to cover expenses for the upcoming year while Yodhi goes through treatment and recovery. Once a clearing is reached to be reunited with family and loved ones overseas will provide the most important ingredient to keeping well.

The aim is to cover:

- medical costs not covered by insurance

-supportive healing modalities and integrative therapies

-botanical based preparations and medicines

-travel costs to and from appointments and treatment sessions

-living expenses while recovering from surgeries and undergoing treatment

As many of you will remember, Yodhi has lived with chronic conditions since childhood (juvenile idiopathic arthritis/PsA with immunodeficiency) - Yodhi spent many years needing mobility assistance before beginning a new treatment in 2009. Since receiving a cancer diagnosis, Yodhi has been taken off of this treatment until cancer therapies have been completed. This brings an added complexity to navigate through this process.

As always, Yodhi chooses to focus on the silver linings and wisdom being offered through this experience. In spite of that, ahead there is an arduous and costly journey. Your support in all forms is life giving and so appreciated. Monetary backing is especially needed right now.

Yodhi has delighted many of you with the gift of authenticity, imagination and many remarkable memories. If you are able to, please give back in this time of need.

Thank you so much for your consideration, generosity and kindness.