Urgent Cancer Treatment For Dee

By: Deerah Van Heerden
Short URL: https://archive.backabuddy.co.za/deerah-van-heerden-5813135166075894524
Date Created: 17 January 2024

Funds Raised:
R 57 847

Fundraising Target:
R 55 000

Personal message

I write this on behalf of my oldest friend.

We all dread the big "C" but when you get the diagnosis, there's no going around it. There's no going over it. You have to go through it.

In October 2023 Dee got that diagnosis. She has multiple very large breast tumours that have metastisized.

Unfortunately, it was a late stage diagnosis.

She was doing well on a particular therapy and poured huge amounts of money into her healing journey, almost emptying her savings.

Then right before Christmas, she lost most of her income due to a change in company structure at her workplace is now not only unable to pay for her treatments, but is fighting to find an income to simply maintain her and little Leja. Stopping cancer treatment is never a good idea, especially in a late stage diagnosis.

Dee got a second opinion from a doctor in Stellenbosch who echoed the alarm and seriousness but believes a different protocol would be beneficial.

While the treatment cost might not have been a lot for Dee 5 months ago, it is now impossible.

She describes the loss of her income as "a kiss of death".

Understandably, she is very emotional and has been in a very dark place mentally.

It is difficult to imagine how scary this situation is. She's told her income will rise again in a few months, but Dee does not have time. She needs an oncologist and a rigorous protocol ASAP.

Can we stand together and show Dee that she matters? This fundraiser will (hopefully) pay for her treatment which then enables her to focus on trying to plug the gaps in her income.

Please spread far and wide. Every bit helps.

Donations

Jan 28, 2024 - USD $ 26.61
"You are in our thoughts and prayers.❤️ Sending lots of strength during this tough time. You've got this!" - Robynne Mills

Jan 28, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
"You are loved and a beacon of light..." - Anonymous

Jan 24, 2024 - USD $ 45.49 Fees covered
"Lots of love!" - Anonymous

Jan 24, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
"Do not fear for I am with you; do not be dismayed for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. - Isaiah 41:10 🤍" - Anonymous

Jan 23, 2024 - R 500.00
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Jan 22, 2024 - R 2 000.00 Fees covered
"Dear Dee, despite the depth of this struggle, may you keep strong and brave. We pray that your doctors will be given wisdom from above to tackle this with a relentless determination to get you healthy. Much love, Hugh and Verna" - Hugh and Verna

Jan 21, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
"You are so deep in our thoughts, hearts and prayers, you could never know. Reality is, we all love you so much, Deerah. You are loved 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖" - Ansie

Jan 21, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
"Stay strong 💗" - Anonymous

Jan 21, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
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Jan 20, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
"Sending lots of love" - Claire

Jan 20, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
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Jan 20, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
"Wishing you so much strength and healing!!" - Simrha

Jan 19, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
"God bless you during this trying time." - Anonymous

Jan 19, 2024 - USD $ 11.41 Fees covered
"God bless you during this trying time." - Anonymous

Jan 19, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
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Jan 19, 2024 - R 1 000.00 Fees covered
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Jan 19, 2024 - R 5 000.00
"You are precious and well loved!" - Anonymous

Jan 19, 2024 - R 462.75 Fees covered
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Jan 19, 2024 - USD $ 14.27 Fees covered
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Jan 19, 2024 - USD $ 108.05 Fees covered
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Jan 19, 2024 - R 500.00
"Grace, love and light to you" - Anonymous

Jan 19, 2024 - USD $ 199.73 Fees covered
"You got this my friend from when we were young. Sending gees to push on through ❤️" - Anonymous

Jan 19, 2024 - USD $ 57.06 Fees covered
"Dear Deerah, May your heart be lifted. ”He shall cover you with His feathers, And under His wings you shall take refuge…” ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭91‬:‭4‬ ‭ ❤️" - Anonymous

Jan 18, 2024 - USD $ 56.59 Fees covered
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Jan 18, 2024 - USD $ 11.32 Fees covered
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Jan 18, 2024 - USD $ 56.59 Fees covered
"Much love and strength, you are in our thoughts and prayers." - Diane, Kelly and Chase

Jan 18, 2024 - USD $ 565.93 Fees covered
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Jan 18, 2024 - USD $ 565.93 Fees covered
"Stay strong and fight!!" - Anonymous

Jan 18, 2024 - USD $ 65.47
"Sending love Dee xxx" - Anonymous

Jan 18, 2024 - R 2 000.00 Fees covered
"Praying for strength and complete healing🌸" - Mandy

Jan 18, 2024 - USD $ 28.30 Fees covered
"You’ve got this my friend! You are so strong and brave💛 here for you! Big love and hugs." - Alexandra

Jan 18, 2024 - R 200.00
"Sending you so much love" - Anonymous

Jan 18, 2024 - R 300.00 Fees covered
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Jan 18, 2024 - USD $ 339.56 Fees covered
"Stay stong , you have got this my beautiful friend." - Mica

Jan 18, 2024 - USD $ 56.59 Fees covered
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Jan 18, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
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Jan 17, 2024 - USD $ 56.97 Fees covered
"With love ❤️" - Nicolette

Jan 17, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
"May this treatment be so successful and for the darkness that plagues your mind, may you see a glimmer of sunshine and hope in the beautiful support you are surrounded by." - Anonymous

Jan 17, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
"You can get through this <3" - Anonymous

Jan 17, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
"Lots of strength and love xx" - Anonymous

Jan 17, 2024 - R 200.00 Fees covered
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Jan 17, 2024 - R 250.00 Fees covered
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Jan 17, 2024 - R 500.00 Fees covered
"With so much love, faith and positive healing xxx" - Anonymous

Jan 17, 2024 - R 500.00
"You can do it" - Anonymous

Jan 17, 2024 - R 500.00
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Statistics

Fundraising target

R 55 000.00

Donations to date