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My husband died Thursday night in his sleep. I would like to set up a fund for people to make donations to. Can someone please tell me the best organization for this - Lyme Disease Assocation? And how I need to do this?
Thank you for your help. I'm sure I could find this, but I'm a mess right now.
Thank you.
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Dekrator48
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Hi smjkoj,
I am so very sorry for the loss of your husband. You must be so overwhelmed right now.
I think the lyme disease association is one of the best from what I can see.
It is very kind of you to think of this at such a difficult time.
God Bless, you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Take care.
-------------------- The fibromyalgia I've had for 32 years was an undiagnosed Lyme symptom.
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Oh bless your heart, I can't tell you how sorry I am. I know that doesn't make it any easier for you, but please know that we are all here for you. Please use us to lean on and talk too---oh honey I'm sorry.
God bless you for wanting to do this! My guess is this is exactly what he would want and is smiling with pride upon you. May God be with you and yours always, but especially in your time of need.
My response I guess would be the same as Dekrater. I have wanted to start something like this for years, but like you; I'm not sure how to start it also. Ya know, if I remember right and I could be totally mistaken--------but Dr. Jones in CT. started a fund for children with Lyme. The whole office is very sweet and maybe helpful with some suggestions???
I don't know and I'm sorry, but I think these 2 places would be a good place to start. If we can help in anyway, PLEASE let us know by posting of PMing us.
God bless you dear. You and yours will certainly be in my prayers.
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Tracy9
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How horrible for you, I am so very sorry.
I think Dr. Jones Legal Fund and Turn the Corner Foundation are excellent possibilities as well. I believe the Turn the Corner Foundation funds the Lyme Aid for Kids.
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Oh, smijkog, My family and I join together in sending you our deepest sympathies in the loss of your husband. Our hearts are with you and wish you comfort and support in every way possible.
God Bless.
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seekhelp
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I am so sorry about this and offer my deepest condolensces.
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randibear
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i will grieve with you. i am so very sorry for your loss.
if there's anything we can do here, i am sure all of us will be willing to help.
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cactus
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I am so, so sorry for the loss of your husband. There are just no words to express the sympathy and concern we're all feeling for you.
Please do come here to talk, and lean on us.
My husband and I have discussed making donations to LDA and to ILADS. ILADS is the first choice.
If you need assistance with any of the specifics, many here will be honored to help you in any way we can.
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Vermont_Lymie
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My deepest sympathy for your loss of your husband. It is very kind of you to think of helping others at this time.
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Please consider sending an e-mail to Melanie with information so that your husband can be put on the Lyme memorial pages. Melanie's e-mail address [email protected]
feelfit
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I sit here with tears rolling down my face at your loss. My sincerest sympathies to you and your family.
When will it end?
Please do consider adding your husbands name to the Lyme Memorial. And from all of us in the Lyme Community, sincerest thanks for the thought of donations at this difficult time.
God Bless, Feelfit
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I'm so sorry for your loss. May God be with you now and always. -peedie
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dmc
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My condolences for your loss. May you find strength through your faith, family & friends.
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Starfall1969
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I am so sorry for your loss.
As others have said, please come and lean on us as much as you need to.
May God bless you and comfort you now and always.
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tdtid
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smjkoj,
I am so very sorry to hear about your loss.
Others have given you links to the very best options.
My thoughts and prayers go out to you.
Cathy
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I am so sorry for your loss. I'm beyond words .....
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Me too! i am very sorry for your loss, i will keep fighting for all future and past Lymies, that this doesn't have to happen to others.
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glm1111
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May you find peace through this difficult time.
I am so sorry that you are having to endure the tragic loss of your husband,
Gael
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kreynolds
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I am so sorry for your loss.... My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family...
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i'll enclose my sympathy poem collection to help you thru your deep loss, sorrow, and grieving period; may you find some that really touch your heart as they have me.
i think the I'M FREE AT LAST would be so appropriate for a chronic lyme death for all we've been thru over the years.
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even though i dont know you, i am so sorry you are going thru such pain now and i hope you have support during this terrible time, Radha
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I too am so sorry for your loss and the pain you are feeling. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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I am so sorry for your loss... my prayers are with you and your family during this extremely difficult time.
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I am deeply sorry for the loss of your beloved husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless!
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My deepest sympathy for your loss. Thank you for thinking of others at this time.
Keep him in your heart and he will be with you always.
We're all here for you.
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dontlikeliver
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I don't come to Lymenet much, but logged on and first post I saw was yours.......... I'm so very sorry for your loss. Tragic.
Take care of yourself.
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The flowers cut and brought inside Black cars in a single line Your family in suits and ties And you're free
The ache I feel inside Is where the life has left your eyes I'm alone for our last goodbye But you're free
I remember you like yesterday Yesterday I still can't believe you're gone Oh I remember you like yesterday Yesterday And until I'm with you, I carry on
Adrift on your ocean floor I feel weightless numb and sore A part of you and me is torn You're free
I woke from a dream last night I dreamt that you were by my side Reminding me I still had life In me
I remember you like yesterday Yesterday I still can't believe you're gone Oh I remember you like yesterday Yesterday And until I'm with you, I carry on
I'll carry on, I'll carry on
Every lament is a love song Yesterday, yesterday I still can't believe you're gone
Every lament is a love song Yesterday, yesterday So long my friend, so long
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map1131
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I'm so sorry for your loss. May you find the strength needed to get you and yours through the next several days.
May this be a foot prints in the sand experience.
Pam
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kam
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Ouch
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I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. I will be keeping you and your family in my thoughts.
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steve1906
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My condolences! Sorry for your loss.
Take care of yourself; and if you need to talk to someone don't forget, were always here for you!!!
You can PM me anytime if you'd like too.
Take Care, Steve
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I'm so terribly sorry for your loss on your husband. We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts daily. God's Blessings!
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