Tom Ferrara - Brain Tumor Support Fund
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I’m reaching out because I have started a Go fund me page for my brother Tom.
I’m lucky enough to call him my brother by blood, but he is everyone’s brother. He's the first one to lend a helping hand. Need help repairing your house, a ride to the airport, or some cash because you are short this month? Tom is the one you call. He is generous, caring, kind, funny, dedicated and loyal. And now Tom needs our help.
Almost a month ago, he was alone in his apartment and had a subtle seizure (meaning, he stuttered, but didn’t fall or collapse and get injured) followed by a sense of disorientation which lasted approximately 2-3 minutes.
Not knowing exactly what happened, (and with prodding from loved ones) Tom reluctantly drove himself to ER. Yes, drove. After several brain scans, a dime- sized tumor was discovered in his left front temporal lobe. This is categorically a Glioma, (due to the Glial cells effected) but the only way to be sure is to conduct a biopsy. And if you know Tom at all, he told them “If they're going in there once, they may as well go in and get rid of it altogether”.
He is scheduled for another MRI on the 17th and surgery is tentatively scheduled for 29th, (but could be sooner depending on availability)
The hospital stay is supposed to be relatively short, but recovery is a minimum of 6 weeks. Side effects of the surgery might affect his speech, memory and personality. He won’t be able to work or drive for a few weeks.
As everyone knows, medical bills are costly and add up very quickly. This fundraiser is to help offset the cost of medical expenses, post-surgery care and follow up speech therapy. I know that money can be tight, but if you would like to assist with the financial burden, any donation would be appreciated.
Thank you for your care, generosity and kindness....it means the world to us, and of course to Tom. We will post updates as they come but please most importantly, keep him in your prayers.
I’m lucky enough to call him my brother by blood, but he is everyone’s brother. He's the first one to lend a helping hand. Need help repairing your house, a ride to the airport, or some cash because you are short this month? Tom is the one you call. He is generous, caring, kind, funny, dedicated and loyal. And now Tom needs our help.
Almost a month ago, he was alone in his apartment and had a subtle seizure (meaning, he stuttered, but didn’t fall or collapse and get injured) followed by a sense of disorientation which lasted approximately 2-3 minutes.
Not knowing exactly what happened, (and with prodding from loved ones) Tom reluctantly drove himself to ER. Yes, drove. After several brain scans, a dime- sized tumor was discovered in his left front temporal lobe. This is categorically a Glioma, (due to the Glial cells effected) but the only way to be sure is to conduct a biopsy. And if you know Tom at all, he told them “If they're going in there once, they may as well go in and get rid of it altogether”.
He is scheduled for another MRI on the 17th and surgery is tentatively scheduled for 29th, (but could be sooner depending on availability)
The hospital stay is supposed to be relatively short, but recovery is a minimum of 6 weeks. Side effects of the surgery might affect his speech, memory and personality. He won’t be able to work or drive for a few weeks.
As everyone knows, medical bills are costly and add up very quickly. This fundraiser is to help offset the cost of medical expenses, post-surgery care and follow up speech therapy. I know that money can be tight, but if you would like to assist with the financial burden, any donation would be appreciated.
Thank you for your care, generosity and kindness....it means the world to us, and of course to Tom. We will post updates as they come but please most importantly, keep him in your prayers.
Organizer and beneficiary
Kerri Ferrara
Organizer
Livermore, CA
Tom Ferrara
Beneficiary