"They just didn't give Dr. Jones any breaks. And now in CT, the gov. says treat first. I wish the Governor of CT would do the right thing and let Dr. Jones' be "grandfathered" in, and rule over the CT judges and prosecutors, who continue relentlessly to not let Dr. Jones live in peace."
- That would be so awesome if that could be done.
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I hope so too. You never know. I will continue to pray ...we need more brave educated doctors, to learn about treating tick bourne illnesses.
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Just donated. We are getting our son back due to the courage and character of this man.
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Woof woof, hope it helps!
( need to change my name, only " woofs " around here now!)
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Thank- you to everyone that has donated so far.
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Took a break to get my first hot meal in 3 days and look what you've all done! Goodness! I'll never be able to respond to each of you, but I am very pleased to see the posts! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Working on the Midnight Report. In the meantime, TuTu mentioned "song" and it made me think of this one.
THIS is how I'd like all of the children with Lyme and their parents to feel. And thanks to Dr. Jones, it has happened!
Spoke to Dr. Jones today. He was at work, of course, recovering from eye surgery. He told me, and was very emphatic about it, and very humbled at the same time...
He wants to keep caring for and treating the children!
He was thrilled to hear the news about donations starting to come in, and it really lightened his spirit! He said to tell you all how much he appreciates your efforts and the fact that you care.
He sends thanks to all for your well-wishes for his speedy recovery, and also thanks you very much for your kind donations! (I can't say exactly how many times he told me to tell you that, but it was repeated over and over throughout the conversation).
Answers to the Tough Questions- I told Dr. Jones today that trying to raise $45,000 in less than 5 days is killing me, with an additional rant, rant, rant tossed in there several times.
I said we have to do something here, we need an extension- more time! So, Dr. Jones, can other financial arrangements be made?
After consulting with his office angles he said if he has $5,000 by Wednesday that amount will tide him over till Friday. (WE HAVE IT NOW!!!)
If donations continue coming in (ASAP) they can be applied to the $45,000 in over due bills. He also mentioned they were re-organizing some things there to try to keep him going.
So we still need the $45,000, but now we have a little, very little, wiggle room.
The Good News- Once the $45,000 is raised Dr. Jones said it will clear up the overdue amounts that keep threatening to close him down.
Once that is accomplished his feeling is he will be back to working more hours (no more medical surgeries scheduled), and should be ok financially moving forward without another last minute crisis to deal with as has been happening.
So, if you could please donate (ASAP) so the children who need him can schedule follow-up appointments and his office routine can get back to normal, it would be very helpful.
Thanks so much!
Ok, a bit off topic... but, remember when? Some of you may remember when these "Love Notes" were written, collected, and sent to Dr. Jones. Seeing them today- well, they continue to be a "testimonial" to a great man and a beloved doctor. https://sites.google.com/site/drjoneskids/thanks-to-dr-jones
PS- People have contacted me with a variety of wonderful suggestions and questions, all which are very welcomed.
However, if you don't receive a personal response it is because 1.) I don't have the answer yet 2.) due to the sheer numbers of emails coming in it is impossible to respond to everyone 3.) your topic will hopefully be addressed in a future update. Please know I am not trying to ignore anyone, just totally swamped right now. Thanks for understanding!
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Thanks for the update TC. It is awesome that 5K+ was raised in just 2 days!
But we can do better than that!!!
Please everyone reading this, know that even 5 bucks makes a difference.
Please consider donating to this fund. If you've had your kids examined by him or spent any time with him, you'd soon realize that he is one very special human being.
He doesn't have some fancy office in an upscale part of town. His office is in a building on the other side of Yale...literally and figuratively.
It's a modest office that could use updating, but that's not what Dr. Jones is about. His "updating" is putting up pictures of kids sent in by grateful parents on the office bulletin boards.
Dr. Jones is humble to the core and his life's work has been to help the sickest of sick children. There is no one like him, NO ONE.
Despite the hell the CT medical board has put him through, he has maintained a remarkable sense of humor. He is a brilliant clinician and diagnostician. He is one of a kind.
We have to keep him going as long as he is able! God bless him for continuing to fight the good fight at his advanced age.
If he can do that on behalf of sick children, surely the rest of us can find a way to send in a small donation.
Thank you to everyone who has donated! Thank you to those without kids who have donated! And thank you to those who will donate!
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Update- May 20, 2014
Midnight Stars Are Shining All Over You!
You are walking along a wooded trail. When coming around the bend you see a child drowning in the middle of a small lake. Standing between you and the child is a large sign that says, “NO SWIMMING”. Do you obey that sign, or try to save the child?
Update- Spoke to Dr. Jones and one of his office angels today. They couldn't be more relieved to know, because of YOUR kindness and efforts, they have a fighting chance to stay open a while longer.
Although I enjoyed our talks, you can't imagine the incredible stress this situation has on everyone there. (I certainly couldn't.) It breaks my heart to see them all struggling like this.
The changes and cuts they've had to make- such as reducing the number of employees, and going without pay checks for example- has created additional hardships for all.
BUT, their own personal plights, as bad as they are, can not be compared to the incredible concern they have for the children if and when the office closes down.
Your donations from the past few days- a wonderful $12,800 plus- will be sent to them tomorrow. This should cover the past due rent and some of their other immediate needs.
I can only hope your generosity will continue until we reach our set goal of $45,000.
I think we can do it, because you are the one who would, no matter what the sign said, jump in the lake and save that child.
To address those who have contacted me- For several years many ideas and plans have and continue to be researched in an effort to improve the situation, but to date none have been able to solve the multiple complex financial problems (and keep Dr. Jones happy at the same time, a chore in itself). ~smile~
The best thing we can do now is to try and take a load off by helping them all financially so they can try to catch up, move forward and focus on what they do best.
One last important note- my calls today would have been 1/4 as long as they were IF the angels and Dr. Jones would have stopped repeatedly telling me to remember to say thank you to you all!
They are so grateful, they really are! Many thanks!
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Fantastic news!! It's heartwarming and so encouraging that yesterday's total more than doubled!! Lyme family helping each other.
Tincup, is the total just from Pay Pal? Or does it include checks they're receiving in the office?
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Hi TC!
I'm in touch with Lyme leaders in my state to get this sent to email lists, posted to Yahoo groups, etc.
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You all are fantastic! Donations are coming in, ping, ping, ping... love that sound!
I REALLY wish I could address each of you, but am swaying in my chair now, so tired. But I do read and do smile and I am thankful!!! This is just so cool!
cbb, you asked if this total included the checks from the office. No, it doesn't. This is only the Pay Pal amount. It also does not include donations that were made on the Indigo ? account before this account was set up.
I know a few did donate there before it expired a couple of days ago.
I forgot to ask the office angel this morning about the checks (too early for me). But, I asked Dr. Jones this evening and he didn't know. Will try to remember to ask again.
Thanks again to everyone for sharing, caring and donating!
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Oh, and if you all could keep this post up on the list it would be VERY helpful. You're really good at that, btw. Will be offline a while tomorrow. Thanks!
Update- It's only been 4 days and thanks to your donations and sharing this information, over $19,000 has been donated!
I spoke to one of Dr. Jones office angels this morning and because of your kind and generous donations they will be able to pay some of the overdue bills (just in the nick of time) and keep the children coming in for a while longer. In fact, here is a quote for you...
"Thanks so much I can't say it enough."
I'd love to report tomorrow night that we've hit the $20,000 mark, or even better, that we are half way there with $22,500! Imagine that!
Thank you for all your kind words, caring, sharing and donations!
PS. Please take time this weekend to remember and honor the brave men and women of the military who gave all to make our lives better.
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I hope the Canadian donations are starting to ping.
One EXCEPTIONAL volunteer for CanLyme and the Vancouver Lyme Awareness group posted on closed nationwide (Canadian) lyme Facebook groups.
Hopefully some more pings in there from us Canucks.
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R we still making headway Tincup?
Thanks-
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Did what I can do $ wise.
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Yes, Greta! I just saw a recent donation and noticed it was from Canada! Good for you! Many thanks!! Each "ping" I get from Canada I'll think of you!
2Roads, you are so sweet to care so much! And no, sorry. Donations have dropped off big time. I heard on the news yesterday morning that 39 million people will be away from home for the Memorial Day weekend.
I also know LymeNet, for example, is the slowest during this holiday due to folks going places. It also use to be slow every Thursday night, TuTu and others might remember, due to Seinfeld being on TV.
And Sunday nights when folks are wrapping up for the weekend and getting kids and themselves ready for the next week of school and work was usually quite slow.
My hope is once the holiday is over we can get more people able to donate.
Keeping the faith!
Happy Memorial Day to all of you, especially those who lost loved ones in the military. We will remember them and keep them forever in our hearts!
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And Saturdays are always slow too! But we can overcome!!
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Amen
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What a nice time for the server to go down again- all night! Uggggg! Can't get to website, Pay Pal or emails. Not sure this will post, but if it does, please know I'll try again tomorrow.
Update- May 23, 2014- See approximate breakdown of various donations below.
Thanks to you, over 1/2 of the total amount needed has been donated in less than six days!
Over $27,000 dollars!! Say that again, over $27,0000 dollars!
This is outstanding!! Dr. Jones doesn't know this new total yet (you will know before he does), but he called last night and told me again to thank everyone for what has been donated.
He and his lovely angels (who also called thanking everyone again this morning!) are so grateful for your help. You've allowed them to continue helping the children, and eased their mind knowing they could make it thru the week.
What a relief and lifting of spirits you brought about with your kind donations!
News Flash- a news report said over 39 million people will leave home for the Memorial Day holiday weekend. That is good to know, because the donations have dropped off as of last night.
I will assume (and pray) they will pick up again early next week once everyone is back to business. Hoping you will join in the effort or continue with your efforts after this short break so we can give Dr. Jones the $45,000 needed.
May you have a safe and blessed Memorial Day! And again, thank you so very much!!!
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Thanks so much everyone. I hope we can keep the donations coming.
I hope they will stay open longer then the next week.
I hope Doc J can stay in practise-period.
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Hugs.
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Thanks for bumping this post up you rock and rollers!
Greta, oh Greata! I was thinking about you this morning when I saw this info.
It is a report of where donations are coming from so far (FIVE different countries), and the number of donations from each country. And YES! Canada is donating thanks to you!
United States 181 United Kingdom 4 Netherlands 1 Canada 4 Australia 1
Donations have slowed over the holiday weekend so I will hold off on preparing a new report for now.
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