Story
Sophia, 3-years-old, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
The nightmare began 2 years ago when 1-year-old Sophia had a seizure. Her single Mom, Elizeth, was understandably frightened, but had no idea what would come next. Elizeth was told that her precious daughter was diagnosed with a rare cancerous brain tumor; horrible words that no parent should ever have to hear. Sophia has undergone 2 brain surgeries (70% of brain tumor was removed) and received intense chemotherapy weekly for 16 months. Her resent MRI (on 10/30/19) shows tumor growth which is of concern and next steps have not been determined. Mother and doctors are looking at several Clinical Trial options.
Elizeth had to leave her job to become Sophia’s full time caregiver. Sophia’s weekly chemo treatments require a 1-hour commute each way crossing counties.
Needs
Because Mom is unable to work during this temporary crisis, contributions will be greatly appreciated to help pay for car and insurance payments, groceries, diapers, toiletries and gas.
