Isaac's Top Surgery Fund
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I'm Isaac, a 22 year old transman. I started my transition when I was 17, but I've known who I was since I was little. I've been on HRT (hormone replacement therapy) since May 16, 2017 and have had my ID changed. The final step for my transition is top surgery. Unfortunately, finding a top surgeon who can work with my insurance has been difficult, and going to Chicago is not a viable option. We've found a surgeon in the Springfield area who has agreed to do a consult in May, so fingers crossed. We have yet to find out about insurance options though, since it's just a consult for now, and full coverage isn't guaranteed.
I have a wonderful support system and without them I would not be possible, but this is expensive and money is tight. I have a job, but my hours are severely cut down during the school year because I'm a full-time student, so working 12 hours a week just isn't enough to support all my expenses plus this.
I really hate asking for financial help, but it is so pricey and feels like it is out of my reach ;_;
I just want to be my authentic self and have the outside match the inside. I want to be safe. The dysphoria I have to deal with because of my chest is almost crippling, and has gotten far worse since starting testosterone. Honestly, I feel unsafe sometimes because I've been on testosterone for almost 2 years, but also have a large chest, and these feelings have worsened in the past year due to the general climate of where I live. Verbal and physical attacks are not new for me, and inappropriate comments or questions at work are frequent.
I've binded on and off for several years, but binding is painful, uncomfortable, and just not a viable long term solution for me. They've hurt my ribs, back, and muscles of my chest, and make it hard to work or exercise.(which is already hard to do because of top dysphoria).
Donations will go towards coverage of surgery costs, travel expenses, and post-operative care.
Even if it's just a share, your help and support is greatly appreciated. Peace and love to all of you ♥
I have a wonderful support system and without them I would not be possible, but this is expensive and money is tight. I have a job, but my hours are severely cut down during the school year because I'm a full-time student, so working 12 hours a week just isn't enough to support all my expenses plus this.
I really hate asking for financial help, but it is so pricey and feels like it is out of my reach ;_;
I just want to be my authentic self and have the outside match the inside. I want to be safe. The dysphoria I have to deal with because of my chest is almost crippling, and has gotten far worse since starting testosterone. Honestly, I feel unsafe sometimes because I've been on testosterone for almost 2 years, but also have a large chest, and these feelings have worsened in the past year due to the general climate of where I live. Verbal and physical attacks are not new for me, and inappropriate comments or questions at work are frequent.
I've binded on and off for several years, but binding is painful, uncomfortable, and just not a viable long term solution for me. They've hurt my ribs, back, and muscles of my chest, and make it hard to work or exercise.(which is already hard to do because of top dysphoria).
Donations will go towards coverage of surgery costs, travel expenses, and post-operative care.
Even if it's just a share, your help and support is greatly appreciated. Peace and love to all of you ♥
Organizer
Isaac Jacobs
Organizer
Peoria, IL