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As you know, Weatherford, TX is about 5 hours from Houston, TX and it is not feasible to drive back and forth every day for treatment, therefor Russell and Lisle will essentially "move" to Houston for the 7+ week treatment.
This is a very, very costly and unexpected transition for the family. It will require Lisle (Russell's dad) to be off of work for most of Russell's treatment time. It also requires them to find housing for those 7+ weeks they are in Houston. MD Anderson does have some housing resources, but at last check, there is a SIX MONTH wait list, and treatment can not wait that long.
We are asking for the help of family, friends, classmates, co-workers, teachers, supporters and concerned others to help get them to Houston so that treatment can begin as soon as the physicians order it. It is not in Lisle's nature to go out and ask for monetary help, but this is desperately needed. Their plan as it stands now is to reside in an RV in an RV park. I do not see this as being comfortable or acceptable for a young man going though treatment, but thus far, its the only option.
I have located a Best Western Plaza Hotel that is literally 800 yards from MDA. This is merely a 2.5 star hotel, but its accessibility and pricing seem to be the best deal available and Id like to be able to put them up in a decent place while there. It is walking distance, includes free hot breakfast each morning, and has a shuttle to MDA if necessary. Of course, This does not include food (outside of the free breakfast), prescription medications, cost of living, travel back home, and assorted other medical costs. The out of pocket cost will be tremendous.
If you can find it in your heart, please donate any amount you are comfortable with to help Russell get the treatment he needs and deserves. This family has seen more cancer than any family should. MD Anderson is the place place for Russell to be for the best outcome possible.
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