Saturday, October 16, 2010
Rob Dominguez APPROVED as donor!
We just got word that Rick's cousin, Rob Dominguez, has passed all the medical tests to become a Rick's live liver donor - Amen! Rob is an amazing person & hero. The transplant will take place on Nov. 10 at Northwestern Hospital in Chicago.
Friday, October 15, 2010
Information about Rick's Cancer
Rick James was diagnosed with hepatic epithelioid hemangioendothelioma in July 2010. This is a rare liver cancer that develops in less than 200 people a year in the US with no known cause or guaranteed cure. Rick has 7 inoperable tumors in both lobes of his liver and the only way to remove the cancer is with a liver transplant. Rick will hopefully undergo a liver transplant in the next few months, once a suitable donor is found. The procedure is called a “live liver donation” because a family member or friend will be donating a large portion of their liver to be transplanted into Rick. Amazingly enough, a few weeks after the transplant, the partial liver of both the donor and new one inside Rick will grow back to full size.
Truly a miracle and a gift of life.
Wednesday, October 6, 2010
What an Inspirational Night for Rick
Hi All - wanted to share this with all who care 4 RJ:
Last night Rick, Aimee and I attended the Matthew West Concert in Naperville. For those who do not know him, he is a grammy nominated Christian Rock singer - just awesome! He is a high school friend of mine and we got to see him backstage before the concert. We mentioned Rick's cancer to him so he can keep him in his prayers. During the concert, he played his new song, 'Survivor' off his new record which is all songs inspired by real people dealing with life's struggles and triumphs - The song Survivor is particulary about those with cancer and who are fighting this battle - before the song, he announced that this song was dedicated to the man he met before the show who was battling liver cancer, he said he saw 'strength', 'determination' and 'courage' in his eyes - He said that last nights performance of this song was for RICK! How absolutely awesome, wonderful and inspiring was that to know that prayers to God are being heard by song for Rick as well as our prayers! Needless to say, the inspiration to fight this battle was heightened, tears were pouring out (mainly by Aimee and I) and the determination for Rick that he will be a survivor surrounded us!
Just wanted to share this story - truly an amazing night for Rick!
Last night Rick, Aimee and I attended the Matthew West Concert in Naperville. For those who do not know him, he is a grammy nominated Christian Rock singer - just awesome! He is a high school friend of mine and we got to see him backstage before the concert. We mentioned Rick's cancer to him so he can keep him in his prayers. During the concert, he played his new song, 'Survivor' off his new record which is all songs inspired by real people dealing with life's struggles and triumphs - The song Survivor is particulary about those with cancer and who are fighting this battle - before the song, he announced that this song was dedicated to the man he met before the show who was battling liver cancer, he said he saw 'strength', 'determination' and 'courage' in his eyes - He said that last nights performance of this song was for RICK! How absolutely awesome, wonderful and inspiring was that to know that prayers to God are being heard by song for Rick as well as our prayers! Needless to say, the inspiration to fight this battle was heightened, tears were pouring out (mainly by Aimee and I) and the determination for Rick that he will be a survivor surrounded us!
Just wanted to share this story - truly an amazing night for Rick!
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
The Rick James Benefit
An Evening gathering of friends & family in support of Rick will take place on Friday Nov.12, 2010
Tamarack Golf Club 24032 Royal Worlington Drive Naperville, Illinois
7:00 - 9:00 pm - Buffet Dinner
Silent Auction, Raffle
Cash Bar & DJ until Midnight
$30 per person (make checks payable to RICK JAMES) should be sent PRIOR to benefit:
The Rick James Medical Fund C/O Laurie Vest
4325 Castle Rock Circle
Aurora, Illinois 60504
To contact someone about the benefit please call: 630-204-2428 (Laurie, Aimee's sister)
Tickets will also be available at the door for $30 per person (limited seats available)
The money raised at this benefit will go into a medical savings account to help offset insurance co-pays, deductibles, prescriptions, loss of wages, and other medical out-of-pocket costs. A transplant is a life altering medical procedure. Rick will be on immune suppressants for the rest of his life and have ongoing medical expenses. Your participation in this benefit is such a blessing to Rick and Aimee. They are touched with all the love, compassion, and support of everyone. No words can describe how thankful they are that each of you is in their lives.
Tamarack Golf Club 24032 Royal Worlington Drive Naperville, Illinois
7:00 - 9:00 pm - Buffet Dinner
Silent Auction, Raffle
Cash Bar & DJ until Midnight
$30 per person (make checks payable to RICK JAMES) should be sent PRIOR to benefit:
The Rick James Medical Fund C/O Laurie Vest
4325 Castle Rock Circle
Aurora, Illinois 60504
To contact someone about the benefit please call: 630-204-2428 (Laurie, Aimee's sister)
Tickets will also be available at the door for $30 per person (limited seats available)
The money raised at this benefit will go into a medical savings account to help offset insurance co-pays, deductibles, prescriptions, loss of wages, and other medical out-of-pocket costs. A transplant is a life altering medical procedure. Rick will be on immune suppressants for the rest of his life and have ongoing medical expenses. Your participation in this benefit is such a blessing to Rick and Aimee. They are touched with all the love, compassion, and support of everyone. No words can describe how thankful they are that each of you is in their lives.
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