A fundraiser is planned for February 10 to help purchase a seizure service dog for a local father. Ricky Williams of Forsyth is a husband and father of two beautiful young boys. He led a seemingly normal life, that is, until around a year and a half ago, at which time he was diagnosed with a brain tumor that was found to be cancerous. Surgery was then performed, and although they were able to get around 80% of the tumor, he still had to undergo chemotherapy.
Since being diagnosed, Ricky has started having numerous seizures and is also having some speech and word finding difficulties. These issues make caring for his children much more difficult. The doctors say that he qualifies for a Seizure Alert Service Dog, but the cost for the dog is well over that which his family can afford. The Service Dog would give him the support he desperately needs to more fully care for his children and wife.
To assist his family in purchasing the service dog, the local Branson-Hollister Lions Club will be holding a bingo night & 50/50 raffle fundraiser on Monday, February 10, at the Clubhouse located at 1015 State Hwy. 76. Proceeds raised that evening will be given to Ricky to assist in the purchase of his greatly needed companion.
Please come out on that night to show your support for this beautiful family. For more information, contact Jodi Blackwell at 417-230-2470.
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