First received Sunday, October 16, 2022
For Alice W. in Fairhope, Alabama with physical and mental illness who has been living in her car...[November 8, 2023] Aliceis trying to get her car repaired...[February 27, 2024] Alice is having a psychological crisis. She has decided to return to living in her car after a year of living in an apartment. Support also for her caseworker, John.... [May 14] Alice has moved to Waveland, Mississippi. Her residence is off the grid, and she's hoping to find a way to have electricity and plumbing installed as soon as possible...[June 6] Alice lost her living space in Mississippi and is now living in her car in Alabama...[August 27] Alice continues to live in her car while on a waiting list for housing. The summer temperatures are challenging...[August 29] Alice has moved into a temporary housing situation. She hopes to be in permanent housing in a few months. ...[October 28] Alice is still homeless with mental health issues.
Update Thursday, October 31, 2024
Alice has entered a 90-day program that will provide housing and healthcare. She is very relieved and hopeful.
First received Monday, October 21, 2024
For Marion C. in Wales, United Kingdom with a broken hip and surgery on Tuesday.
Update Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Marion’s hip operation was successful. She is now recuperating at home.
First received Wednesday, October 23, 2024
For Cipollino K., a dog in Valeggio sul Mincio, Italy who was operated on for a hernia.
Update Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Cipollino has recovered very well.
First received Thursday, October 24, 2024
For 102-year-old Cheerful T. in St. Petersburg, Florida who had a fall and has been hospitalized.
Update Saturday, October 26, 2024
Cheerful was brought home last evening and was already out walking this morning for exercise and fresh air.
First received Wednesday, October 23, 2024
For Iana Z. in Flagstaff, Arizona in the hospital with chronic vomiting.
Update Saturday, October 26, 2024
Iana is out of hospital on complete bed rest. Her condition is still serious, and steroids are not effective.
First received Tuesday, October 15, 2024
For Peter in West Yorkshire, England who is nearing his transition.
Update Friday, October 25, 2024
Peter has now made his transition. Support also for his daughter, Michelle.
First received Tuesday, August 20, 2024
For L. in Fairhope, Alabama who was recently diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s disease, and for her family.
Update Tuesday, October 22, 2024
She is feeling overwhelmed with decisions around treatment.
First received Monday, April 29, 2024
For Elisabeth K. in Berlin, Germany with a sudden onset of Meniere's disease... [August 4] After some weeks of feeling healthy, Elisabeth had another serious bout of Meniere's disease last week. She needs a lot of rest and
wants to stay at home right now; she is cutting work to two hours a day... [September 3] Elisabeth is slightly better and will be able to see a specialized doctor on Thursday...[September 17] The new doctor helped a lot with
an additional medication and a positive outlook.
Update Monday, October 21, 2024
A lump was discovered during an exam for bowel inflamation
and surgery is scheduled for Wednesday.
First received Saturday, September 7, 2024
For Ruth in Sigmaringen, Germany whose appetite and stamina are affected by cancer.
Update Monday, October 21, 2024
Ruth continues to fight the cancer.
First received Thursday, September 26, 2024
For Arcan and Lanya in Brighton, England who must move into a larger home to have room for their new baby, Luna, and her older sister, Lily.
Update Sunday, October 20, 2024
Arcan and Lanya have found a lovely bungalow. Continued support for them and their family.
First received Thursday, August 8, 2024
For Len P. in Perth, Western Australia who has been diagnosed with bowel cancer, and for his wife, Chris.
Update Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Len has had a negative reaction to his treatment and now has sores all along his digestive tract in addition to the bowel cancer. Support also for his wife, Chris.
First received Sunday, September 3, 2023
For Tom S. in Huntsville, Alabama who has been diagnosed with cancerous lesions in his back, and for his family...[September 6] Tom has been diagnosed with aggressive prostate cancer. He is scheduled for a bone biopsy to determine treatment options. Support also for his family and medical team...[September 15] Tom's cancer has metastasized to his spine. He faces several different therapies to help him live as long as he can. He has been told the cancer is incurable.
Update Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Tom continues to receive chemotherapy to give him some extra time. He is anxious and fearful. Support also for his family, and medical team.
First received Sunday, October 6, 2024
For Paul S. in Fairfield, Iowa who is having a prostate biopsy on Tuesday.
Update Wednesday, October 9, 2024
"Paul had no pain from the biopsy. In fact, he felt so well he was ready to coach tennis this morning."
First received Monday, September 30, 2024
For Patches, a cat in Phoenix, Arizona who is receiving IV therapy at home for an unidentified condition.
Update Sunday, October 6, 2024
Patches made her transition yesterday.
First received Tuesday, May 21, 2024
For Cheryl B. in Nashville, Tennessee with advanced COPD...[May 31] Cheryl is receiving hospice care at home. Support also for her family and caregivers...[October 2] Cheryl now has sundown syndrome and her care can no longer be managed at home. Hospice will be placing her in a long-term care facility. Support also for her caregiver, Patti, who is physically and emotionally exhausted...October 3] Cheryl is hospitalized with injuries from a fall. She is mentally unstable and has been sedated.
Update Saturday, October 5, 2024
Cheryl made her transition today.
First received Thursday, August 29, 2024
For Cathy R. in St. Petersburg, Florida with stress after completing several diagnostic tests who is now scheduled for a PET scan...[September 18] Cathy has two nodules and one mass in her right lung. Two of the three diagnostic tests indicate malignancy. A needle biopsy and additional blood work will be scheduled to determine whether she has lung cancer.
Update Thursday, October 3, 2024
Cathy is having a CT-guided lung biopsy on October 7.