In Support of Erica Marsden

I have been really trying to avoid using something like this again.  I had previously created a GoFundMe some years back, and decided to update and move forward with it, but it seems I am locked out.  After doing some research, I stumbled across this, which seems like a much better fit.  A lot of you know I've been struggling with a number of autoimmune conditions and medical issues for a few years now, primarily Lupus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Dermatomyositis, and Fibromyalgia.  With community help, I've been able to secure (2) rollators, canes, a motorized wheelchair, and more recently a manual wheelchair, in addition to bills and meals.  I am grateful for all of it.  In the recent months, my health has made a drastic downturn, and it seems my immune system is attacking my organs, primarily my kidneys.  I was hospitalized recently and we discovered that there is considerable damage to my kidneys.  Next steps are... a little up in the air right now as we await biopsy results, etc. but things are not looking promising.  It looks like it may be a long journey ahead for me.  As it stands now, I'm really struggling financially.  I'm having trouble balancing medical expenses with utilities - and are behind in both.  Increased trips to Warwick and E Providence are putting a strain on my gas budget, and the added cost of tolls.  Missing work right now to deal with appointments is putting me in even a tougher situation since I am out of sick time/PTO.  At the end of the week, I often have nothing left over for groceries.  Currently, I'm physically struggling to complete regular tasks, i.e. cleaning, errands, etc.  I have really been trying hard to "do it all" but am realizing that maybe it is time to ask for help.

So, with all that being said, welcome to my Support Registry.  Whether you’re willing to give financially, send meals, or lend a hand, drop a favorite book by, your support makes a real difference to me.  Any little bit helps.  I will try to update this often and keep it current, but as always, if you have any questions and would like to talk, discuss, etc.  I am here.  Thank you for your time and support.