Make a Microloan for 8-yr old Kyle's Health!

First Posted On: June 12, 2009

Name: Kyle

Age: 8 years old

Location: Georgia, USA

Diagnosis: Autism

Loan Sought: $795

Loan Needed For: First DAN! [Defeat Autism Now!] doctor visit with Dr. Hank Sloan (appointment scheduled for August 17, 2009, $225); one follow-up visit with Dr. Sloan ($95); stool test ($330); mOAT [urine] test ($145)

Repayment Terms: 18 months ($44.17/month)

Other Notes: Kyle stays with his grandma, Sonja, on the weekends. Sonja has been researching biomedical treatments on Autism Action Plan and on many parent forums, while also studying for the college courses she is taking to get a Business Administration degree. Sonja writes, "Kyle is extremely bright and funny. He has crying spells, but is trying to speak more. He has begun to speak and can now understand some of the things he's saying. He gets frustrated due to his speech problem. He is extremely handsome and he loves the outdoors. I have been paying for Kyle's expenses out of pocket, but it's getting too expensive all at once."

Additional Notes: One of Sonja's references, Regina, mentioned that Sonja "put her life on the line" and left her home in Michigan to go to Georgia to help take care of Kyle. Regina said that she has tried to emulate Sonja and uses her as her financial role model since "Sonja always pays back every loan and every debt. She is a beautiful person."

Reference Provided By: Glenda P. and Regina S.

To make a loan for Kyle, click on the "ChipIn" button below or at the top of the page. It will take you to PayPal. If the ChipIn widget does not work for you, you can use PayPal (www.paypal.com) to send your loan to lend4health@gmail.com and note that it is for Kyle.



Kyle's Community of Lenders [not updated real-time]:

Grandma Gini: $10 [Note: This loan was made outside of the ChipIn widget, so the ChipIn widget has been reduced by $10 to reflect this.]
Sonja: $20
Tim T: $50 ["Hi Kyle, I hope this small donation helps you and your family. Love, Tim Terry"]
Bonnie: $5
Lisa: $100 ["The world needs more grandmothers like you Sonja."]
Karen F: $5
Janet & Mike: $10
Karen F (again): $5 [Cinco de Linco]
Tamara: $10
Debra: $25 ["Good luck with your therapy Kyle!"]
Petra: $5 ["Belated Cinco de Linco"]
Lazar: $40
Noel: $25

Make a Microloan for 4-yr old Lucas' Health!

First Posted On: June 19, 2009

Name: Lucas

Age: 4 years old

Location: Nevada, USA

Diagnosis: Autism

Loan Sought: $1,068

Loan Needed For: $500.00 for Initial appointment with DAN! doctor (Geoffrey P. Radoff, M.D., M.D.H); $323.00 for organic acid (urine) test; and $245.00 for stool test.

Repayment Terms: 18 months ($59.33/month).

Other Notes: This loan was requested by Lucas' grandma, Sharie, because Lucas' mom, Amber, doesn't have a computer. Sharie writes, "Lucas is the little man of the house. He is the first male to be born in our family in 47 years. He has 3 sisters; 2 older and 1 younger. He was diagnosed with autism a year ago and he is our Pride and Joy. We have recently found out that his Dr was wrong about him not being able to ever recover, and we are excited to get him to a DAN! [Defeat Autism Now!] Dr that offers hope. We are trying to start him on a GFCF [gluten-free casein-free] diet since we have been finding out wonderful things about children with autism who are on this diet. He loves to go to Grandpa's and throw anything he can get his hands on into the horse’s water troughs. Grandpa gives him his own water bucket to throw things in but we are constantly removing items from the horse’s water troughs anyway. Lucas’s Grandpa loves to take him to lots of sporting events and can't wait for the day he can watch his grandson play sports. Lucas's Mother works very hard to support all four of her children and gets alot of help from her oldest daughter Leann who is 12 years old and is amazing with her precious little brother. I am Lucas’s grandma and want to give him the best chance for recovery I can. I came across this website a few days after finding out from my daughter she got a hold of a DAN Dr but she couldn’t make an appointment because of how much money it cost. It breaks my heart to think he can’t get the help he needs now because of our lack of money. I have tried to sell my beloved horses for quite a few months; unfortunately at this time that is nearly impossible. Not to mention how much all four of our grandkids enjoy ridding them around the yard. I have prayed for some help with getting enough money to get this beautiful angel of ours on the right track and I believe this wonderful website is the answer to my prayers. I want to offer our eternal thanks to all of you kind and unselfish souls, who take the time to read these and make it possible for these very special children to have a batter chance at recovery. Sincerely, Lucas’s Mommy, Grandma, and one of the few words he says, "Poppa"

Special Note: Because this family lives in a small town in Nevada, Sharie plans to tell the local newspaper about Lucas being on Lend4Health. She is hopeful that the town can rally around Lucas and chip in the loans he needs.

Reference Provided By: Loura W. and Marie M.

To make a loan for Lucas, click on the "ChipIn" button below or at the top of the page. It will take you to PayPal. If the ChipIn widget does not work for you, you can use PayPal (www.paypal.com) to send your loan to lend4health@gmail.com and note that it is for Lucas.



Lucas' Community of Lenders [not updated real-time]:

Chloe: $100 ["It's hard not to help out with a story like that from a grandmother!"]
Karen F: $10 ["Please tell Grandma not to sell those horse. Therapeutic horseback riding is the best for ASD kids. Hang in there."]
Bonnie: $5
MaryBeth: $5 ["In memory of Mason."]
Karen F: $5
Tom: $50
Rachel (Julian's mom): $10
Karen F (again): $5 [Cinco de Linco]
Cathleen: $10
Petra: $5 ["Belated Cinco de Linco"]
Michaela & Jaafar: $20

Make a Microloan for 9-yr old McKinley's Health!

First Posted On: June 24, 2009

Name: McKinley

Age: 9 years old

Location: Michigan, USA

Diagnosis: Asperger Syndrome

Loan Sought: $480

Loan Needed For: Initial visit with DAN! [Defeat Autism Now!] doctor Julie Stevens, D.O. ($280) and first tests recommended by doctor ($200)

Repayment Terms: 9 months ($53.33/month).

Other Notes: McKinley's mom, Kira, writes: "McKinley is a lively young man who is nine years old and loves to take things apart. He enjoys trains, cars, and anything that involves transportation. While he may lack somewhat in gross/fine motor skills and social savvy, he more than makes up for it with his 136 IQ. He was the first third grader in the district to get a perfect score on his Michigan Math MEAP.

McKinley will introduce himself as having "AS" and sometime, "ADHD." In fact, McK was diagnosed at age four with having ADHD comorbid with Asperger's Syndrome. He has been on numerous medications, tried various therapies, and is still receiving a bevvy of services to accommodate him and make life more manageable.

Our family is ready to move forward, and to begin biomedical treatments in an effort to not just live with the effects of Autism, but to push forward to finding or working towards a cure. We feel that the biomedical approach has shown some clinical validity and we need your help to have our first visit and initial testing paid for, as it is not at all covered under insurance.

Please open your heart and be generous, even five dollars towards this loan could be the difference in cracking the puzzle of McKinley's Autism.

You have our sincerest thanks."

Reference Provided By: Patrick S. and Daryl G.

To make a loan for McKinley, click on the "ChipIn" button below or at the top of the page. It will take you to PayPal. If the ChipIn widget does not work for you, you can use PayPal (www.paypal.com) to send your loan to lend4health@gmail.com and note that it is for McKinley.



McKinley's Community of Lenders [not updated real-time]:

Patrick: $10 ["I know it isn't much but I hope that this is the pebble that starts a avalanche."]
MaryBeth: $5 ["In memory of Mason."]
Karen F: $5
Diane: $25 ["Good luck from a fellow Michigander."]
Noel: $25
Carrie & Tim: $100
Karen F (again): $5 [Cinco de Linco]
Cathleen: $10
Petra: $5 ["Belated Cinco de Linco"]
Diane: $20 [re-loan from Alec's repaid loan]
Bonnie C: $5 [re-loan from Alec's repaid loan]

Make a Microloan for 4-yr old Dylan's Health!

First Posted On: June 24, 2009

Name: Dylan

Age: 4 years old

Location: California, USA

Diagnosis: Autism

Loan Sought: $1,500

Loan Needed For: Partial payment of 40 HBOT [hyperbaric oxygen treatment] dives, as recommended by Dylan's DAN! [Defeat Autism Now!] doctor, Rochelle Neally.

Repayment Terms: 18 months ($83.33/month).

Other Notes: Dylan's mom, Rossy, writes: "My son Dylan was diagnosed with autism when he was two and half years old. Now he turned 4 on June 21, and we noticed that he has not had much improvement with speech and behavior. We have seen him cry everyday trying to communicate; it just makes my heart tear apart. He is getting older, and he understands more about his condition that he really wants to talk but he just can not. As a mom, I will do the best I can to help him. We heard about the biomedical treatment from the mom of a friend of his, and I also read from the Jenny McCarthy book that this treatment is worth a try. I always have hope in my heart that he will be recovered someday.

Since medical insurance won't cover this biomedical treatment, we have to pay by cash. The problem is financial; my husband doesn't get paid much, and every month we are living pay check to pay check. I am a stay-at-home mom.

I just want my son to get help. He is just a beautiful boy, he deserves to live better and healthy. I am very thankful for everything and anyone who can help him. Lend4Health gives me hope. This website is about the passion that we have to help these children, they deserve the best in this life too."

Special Note: Each HBOT dive costs $100 if paid one at a time. For 40 dives (recommended by his doctor), that would be a total of $4,000. However, if Dylan's family pre-pays the amount, there is a deep discount bringing the amount down to $2,000. Hoping that a lower loan amount would get funded more easily on Lend4Health, Rossy is trying to get $1,500 of the amount on Lend4Health and will figure out another way to get the additional $500.

Reference Provided By: Minche T. and the office of his DAN! doctor, Dr. Rochelle Neally.

To make a loan for Dylan, click on the "ChipIn" button below or at the top of the page. It will take you to PayPal. If the ChipIn widget does not work for you, you can use PayPal (www.paypal.com) to send your loan to lend4health@gmail.com and note that it is for Dylan.



Dylan's Community of Lenders [not updated real-time]:

MarketOne: $5
Karen F: $5
Cathleen: $15
Karen F (again): $5
Petra: $5 ["Belated Cinco de Linco"]
Sawyrr: $5
Rachel: $20

Make a Microloan for 7-yr old Joe's Health!

First Posted On: July 10, 2009

Name: Joe

Age: 7 years old

Location: North Carolina, USA

Diagnosis: Autism, Ketotic Hypoglycemia, AV Canal Heart Defect, and Repaired Lung

Loan Sought: $480

Loan Needed For: Appointment with DAN! [Defeat Autism Now!] Dr. Jerry Kartzinel ($390); compounded yeast medication from Lee Silsby ($65), and shipping ($25).

Repayment Terms: 18 months ($26.67/month)

Other Notes: Joe's mom, Tara, writes, "Joe had a heart surgery at 3 months of age and a lung surgery at 3 years of age. He was diagnosed autistic at 2 1/2 years old.

Since starting his biomedical treatment with Dr. Kartzinel in March 2009, he doesn't hold his ears all the time, he has lost his motor tics, he has started saying some words, he is more calm, and his transition issues are easier.

He is so much better, but he has about 80 food allergies and has a long ways to go on healing his leaky gut."

Special Note: Joe has his next appointment with Dr. Kartzinel on July 30, 2009.

Reference Provided By: Betsy T. and Teresa B.

To make a loan for Joe, click on the "ChipIn" button below or at the top of the page. It will take you to PayPal. If the ChipIn widget does not work for you, you can use PayPal (www.paypal.com) to send your loan to lend4health@gmail.com and note that it is for Joe.



Joe's Community of Lenders [not updated real-time]:

Joe: $10
MaryBeth: $10 ["In memory of Mason. Hang in there, Joe!"]
Kelly: $25
Noel: $25

Make a Microloan for 3-yr old Sawyrr's Health!

First Posted On: July 10, 2009

Name: Sawyrr

Age: 3 years old

Location: Michigan, USA

Diagnosis: Autism

Loan Sought: $160 [decreased from $250 on July 10; decreased from $200 on July 13]

Loan Needed For: Second-hand (eBay) kitchenware to help with doctor-recommended SCD [specific carbohydrate diet]: (1) stand mixer; (2) yogurt maker; (3) small food processor; and (4) dehydrator. All of these items will be purchased second-hand/pre-owned on eBay.

Repayment Terms: $20/month then balance paid in full in March 2010.

Other Notes: Sawyrr's mom, Tami, wrote: "Sawyrr is a loving 3 year old who was diagnosed with ASD (autism) at 21 months old. Sawyrr has severe troubles with his GI tract as well as immune deficiencies, metabolic errors, malabsorption, vitamin/mineral deficiencies, and severe sensory issues. Like a lot of children on the spectrum, he is facing too many health issues.

Sawyrr has three sisters including one with a diagnosis with ADHD. She has issues like Sawyrr with the gut but we have seemed to heal hers and gotten rid of the yeast/bacteria without diet and with the help of Nystatin/Enhansa.

Sawyrr has so much potential and we want the best for him. This means getting him as healthy as possible.

I need to start the SCD [specific carbohydrate diet] for Sawyrr per Dr. Demio's request. Sawyrr is not doing too well. He still has malabsorbtion issues, diarrhea, and, although on the GF/CF [gluten-free, casein-free] diet, he is still addicted to carbs and has severe yeast, clostridia, and other bacterial issues. He has/had episodes of screaming, crying, hitting, and biting. This is so not like my son and I have noticed it is when he has a bacterial/yeast flare up. Since starting the GF/CF diet it helped him so much at the beginning; now he is so much more limited on the things he will eat. OM it is really bad! :( We need to heal our little guy's GI pronto!

I have been reading up on the SCD diet and agree it is in the best interest for Sawyrr to try this diet. I am scared to death, as just about everything that is legal he will not eat!!! I have prayed though and see no other way.

These appliances are all too necessary, as I will have to make everything from scratch on this diet. I need my sanity and can't spend too much time in the kitchen, so these things will save me so much. I can't see buying new items, as I am very frugal.

My husband recently lost his job and we are between a rock and a hard place. We don't have the money to help us start with this diet, so I turn to Lend4Health for yet again another loan.....:)"

Special Note: This will be the 2nd Lend4Health loan for Sawyrr. His first loan was funded in August 2008 and was for his first DAN! appointment with Dr. Demio. That loan was paid off on time, and the family is in good standing on Lend4Health so is eligible for a 2nd loan.

Reference Provided By: No references are required for repeat Lend4Health loan requesters who are in good standing.

To make a loan for Sawyrr, click on the "ChipIn" button below or at the top of the page. It will take you to PayPal. If the ChipIn widget does not work for you, you can use PayPal (www.paypal.com) to send your loan to lend4health@gmail.com and note that it is for Sawyrr.



Sawyrr's Community of Lenders [not updated real-time]:

One of Sawyrr's previous lenders, Michele, has offered to send Tami her food processor. The loan request has now decreased to $200.

Asuman has offered to send Tami her yogurt maker. The loan request now has decreased to $160.

Make a Microloan for 4-yr old Olivia's Health!

First Posted On: July 10, 2009

Name: Olivia

Age: 4 years old

Location: Florida, USA

Diagnosis: Autism

Loan Sought: $2,000

Loan Needed For: Down payment on an HBOT [hyperbaric oxygen therapy] chamber for their home. Because of the amount of time it takes to keep up with the HBOT treatment and the other treatments she is involved in, the family believes that a chamber at their home makes better sense than going to their DAN! doctor's office for treatments. The family has found a unit for $8,000 and would like to use the $2,000 loan as a down payment, and then finance the rest through Healing Dives.

Repayment Terms: 24 months ($83.33/month)

Other Notes: Olivia's mom, Angie, wrote: "As a parent we want the best for our children. We want to give them every opportunity to succeed and make a positive impact on the world. When we received the devastating news that Olivia was officially diagnosed with Autism our world came crashing down. But out of the rubble of our shattered dreams for her, came a new desire and will to make her whole again and give her a voice. We gained a new strength and fight. We have seen her make incredible gains and come so far. She is slowly becoming the person she was meant to be. We know that we will get there.

We want the best for her.

We insist on getting our child back and will stop at nothing until this is accomplished. Unfortunately this journey to recovery comes with a heavy price tag. We have liquidated all of our accounts and gone into extreme debt, and yet we are still on this road.

We want the best for her. We can not give up. We are now asking for your help. We would like for Olivia to be able to receive Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. It is very costly but even more beneficial and necessary on her road to recovery. We are looking to raise enough money to pay for a down payment on an HBOT chamber for Olivia. We are asking that you contribute whatever you can, to help Olivia. This is only a loan and will be repaid. Thank you for all of your help and support on this journey. With your help we will get the best for her."

Reference Provided By: Kathy H., the office of Dr. David Berger, and Brent H.

To make a loan for Olivia, click on the "ChipIn" button below or at the top of the page. It will take you to PayPal. If the ChipIn widget does not work for you, you can use PayPal (www.paypal.com) to send your loan to lend4health@gmail.com and note that it is for Olivia.



Olivia's Community of Lenders [not updated real-time]:

Kristen: $10 ["HBOT was VERY beneficial to our little girl in her recovery. I wish Olivia and your family continued success with her treatments."]
Angie: $5 ["We love you! Hugs from Bellzie!"]
Henry: $1,000

This family received a gift of $500 from Fran. The ChipIn goal amount has been reduced from $2,000 to $1,500.

Brent: $10 ["For our Liversnaps. Love, Brent & Laura (and Anna, too!)"]
Kevin: $25
Will: $50

This family received a $5 gift from Anna P. outside of Lend4Health. The loan request has been reduced by $5.

Make a Microloan for 6-yr old Austin's Health!

First Posted On: June 29, 2009

Name: Austin

Age: 6 years old

Location: Montana, USA

Diagnosis: Autism & Sensory Processing Disorder

Loan Sought: $1,298

Loan Needed For: Glutathione ($809, will last six months); Colostrum ($239, will last six months); and Nordic Naturals Cod Liver Oil orange flavor ($250, will last one year).

Repayment Terms: 18 months ($72.11/month)

Other Notes: Austin's mom, Lacey, writes, "Austin regularly rides horses and chases squirrels. He is a fun loving boy who loves nature and animals. He appears most at peace when he is outdoors exploring nature and camping and hiking with us. He has amazing rhythm and loves playing the drums while his grandfather plays the guitar. He has a smile that can melt the hardest of hearts and loves with such intensity and grace that it humbles me as a parent everyday of my life.

Austin was diagnosed with moderate Autism (ASD) & Sensory Processing Disorder in 4/07. Since his diagnosis our family has pursued many treatments for him including the Body Ecology Diet, hippotherapy (riding horses in a therapeutic setting), music therapy play groups, sequential homeopathy, enzymes, cod liver oil, probiotics, speech therapy, occupational therapy, SCERTS, and play therapy. We have found Austin responds best to relationship oriented therapy approaches and natural supplements. We believe we have found a balance between helping Austin heal internally and dealing with yeast, parasites, toxins and other "gut issues," and by helping Austin externally with socialization, speech therapy, etc.

Austin has made tremendous improvements in the last two years and we want to keep that trend going. We are requesting this loan because we wish to continue the supplements that help him on a daily basis. Money is tight at the moment because we are living on one income as I am homeschooling Austin. However, I am in the process of starting our own home business with iLearningGlobal so I am confident we will be able to pay back the loan in the allotted time frame. Thank you very much for your help and consideration!"

Reference Provided By: Laura T. and Judy W.

To make a loan for Austin, click on the "ChipIn" button below or at the top of the page. It will take you to PayPal. If the ChipIn widget does not work for you, you can use PayPal (www.paypal.com) to send your loan to lend4health@gmail.com and note that it is for Austin.



Austin's Community of Lenders [not updated real-time]:

Tori: $5 [Gift certificate from my mom, in celebration of Lend4Health's 1st birthday.]
Cathleen: $10
Karen F: $5
Debra: $25 ["Good luck with therapy Austin"]
Petra: $5 ["Belated Cinco de Linco"]

Make a Microloan for 6-yr old Jake's Health!

This loan has been fully funded!

First Posted: May 28, 2009

Name: Jake

Age: 6 years old

Location: Virginia, USA

Diagnosis: Asperger Syndrome

Loan Sought: $570 [reduced from original amount of $720 because Tim Terry from Nordic Naturals is donating the 5-month supply of arctic-d cod liver oil to this family.]

Loan Needed For: A delayed sensitivity food allergy panel test ($300) and a supply of Jake's supplements: Nordic Naturals Arctic-d cod liver oil ($149.70); HMF Capsules probiotic ($103.50); UNDA passiflora plex- hyperactivity, promotes healthy sleep, calming ($31.20); UNDA 2 heavy metal detox ($18.30); UNDA 48 heavy metal detox ($18.30); UNDA 258 heavy metal detox ($18.30); AMD Heavy Metal Detox ($22.70); Cat’s Claw Tincture to bring down Hep B titer ($15.99); Gammadyn Cu-Au-Ag- to bring down Hep B titer ($21.32); and Gammadyn Zn- zinc supplement ($21.50)

Repayment Terms: 18 months ($31.67/month, figured after donation from Nordic Naturals)

Other Notes: Jake's mom, Ann, writes, "Jake is the funniest kid I have ever met. He has the greatest sense of humor and loves to tell jokes. He loves to draw, paint, play with playdoh, basically anything art related. He is the most loving, affectionate kid I have ever come across. He is going to Kindergarten next year and we are all really looking forward to that, as well as nervous. Jake was diagnosed with Aspergers after a series of Rabies vaccinations (rabid bat in his room). Fast forward a few years and he is also diagnosed with severe ADHD. In the past several months we have been seeing a homeopathic doctor and have been trying many supplements and natural methods instead of traditional medicines. We are also detoxing his gut, liver/kidney, and heavy metals and are seeing improvements with that. These supplements are killing us financially as we have many other doctor bills and general bills. Thanks in advance to anyone who helps us out!" Ann learned about Lend4Health from an article in Age of Autism.

Special Note from Lend4Health Founder Tori: I learned from one of the family's references, John H., that Jake and his mom, Ann, live with Ann's mom. Ann and her mom have each done a lot of research on autism, and Jake's grandma is writing a book about his story. Written from the perspective of a grandmother, the book's working title is "Unlocking Jake."

Reference Provided By: Jennifer M., Jim Y., and John H.

To make a loan for Jake, click on the "ChipIn" button below or at the top of the page. It will take you to PayPal. If the ChipIn widget does not work for you, you can use PayPal (www.paypal.com) to send your loan to lend4health@gmail.com and note that it is for Jake.

Jake's Community of Lenders:

Karen F: $5
MaryBeth: $20
Liz (Dazmen's mom): $4 Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $4.
Karen F (again): $5 [Re-loaned from Jordan's repaid loan] Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $5.
Bonnie: $5
Jeanne: $10 [Re-loaned from Jordan's repaid loan] Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $10.
Petra: $10 [re-loaned from Jordan's repaid loan]
Henry: $20
Kristina (Jordan's mom): $10
James: $50
Karen F (again): $5 ["Early Cinco de Linco"]
Tori: $5 ["Cinco de Linco"]
Jan: $25 ["Cinco de Linco"]
Jeanne (again): ["Cinco de Linco"]
Petra (again): $5 ["Happy Cinco de Linco"]
Heather (Brock's mom): $5 [Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $5]
Sean: $10
Noel: $25
Sheryl: $10 ["From Cousin Sheryl in honor of Charlie's sister Julie's Bday. Sent with hugs."]
Karen F: $5
Rachel (Julian's mom): $10
Kristina: $15
Joseph: $20
Cathleen: $5
Aycan: $25
Karen F (again): $5
Petra (again): $5 ["Belated Cinco de Linco"]
Ianthe: $30 [Birthday present from her sister, Jessica]
Joshua: $216 ["I don't know Jake but I hope this will help a little. :-)"]

UPDATES - UPDATES - UPDATES

July 16, 2009: This loan has been fully funded! Woo hoo! :)

Make a Microloan for 5-year old Matthias' Health!

This loan has been funded and disbursed!

Matthias was on ABC News! Click HERE and look in the upper right-hand corner to watch!

First Posted On: April 4, 2009

Name: Matthias

Age: 5 years old

Location: Arizona, USA

Diagnosis: Autism

Loan Sought: $1,386

Loan Needed For: SUPPLEMENTS: TMG (1 month) $46; AlphaKeto Gluteric Acid (1 month) $18; Super Nu Thera P5P (4 months) $50; Methyl B-12 shots (3 months) $111; LAB TESTS: Microbial Organic Acid $145; French Lab $370; Urine Toxic $60 for lab and $250 for IV Med; PRBC $136; and Follow-up visit to DAN! [Defeat Autism Now!] Doctor $200.

Repayment Terms: 18 months ($77/month).

Other Notes: Matthias' mom, Lisa, writes, "Matthias is a handsome, joyful 5 year old who loves to watch movies and play on the slide for hours. He also loves to have you read books to him.

Matthias was diagnosed with autism on October 13, 2006. At that time he had no speech at all and we immediately started doing lots of SPT [speech therapy], OT [occupational therapy], PT [physical therapy], AND MUSIC Therapy. Matthias also has many issues with his gut, and we have to take him regularly to see a Gastro Doctor here. He also as Sensory Integration Disorder which causes him to not sit still because he is constantly seeking that certain kind of input his brain is searching for.

As you can imagine, the past 3 years have been a journey and we had come a long way with his speech, but I truly believe that by using biomedical treatment my son will be able to be recovered. That is the reason we are seeking this kind of treatment.

He started taking Super Nu Thera 2 years ago, and started a Casein Free diet then also. The past 4 months he has been on a Gluten Free diet as well.

The reason I am in need of this loan is because in 2007 I had to quit my full time job to be able to care for my son and in doing so, this has taken away the opportunity to be able to provide large sums of money to be able to pay for biomedical treatment.

I want the lenders to know that Matthias is a true joy to have as my son, and I look forward to being able to see the progress he makes with biomedical treatment."

Additional Notes: Lisa learned about Lend4Health through Facebook. She keeps a blog that talks about Matthias' biomedical journey called "My Boys, My Greatest Gifts in Life." Read it by clicking HERE.

Reference Provided By: Rebecca C, Ruth-Ann S, Lori W, and the office of DAN! doctors Jeff Bradstreet and Matthew Baral.

Matthias' Community of Lenders:

Logan's Family: $10
Tori: $5 [Cinco de Linco!]
Michaela: $15 [Cinco de Linco!]
Jeanne: $5 [Cinco de Linco!]
Petra: $10 [Cinco de Linco!]
Sean: $10 [Cinco de Linco!]
Karen F: $5 [Cinco de linco, one day late'o, we were out of town'o]
Amy: $25
Dana: $10
Jannett (Alani's mom): $5
Bonnie C: $5
Penny (Logan's mom): $5
Karen F (again): $5
Manojkumar: $10 ["Thanks for this website. This is a great way to help the autism community."]
Amy P: $50 [this loan was made outside of ChipIn, so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $50]
Karen F (again): $10 [re-loaned from Charlie's repaid loan] This loan was made outside of ChipIn, so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $10.
Angela: $20
Rachel (Julian's mom): $20
Petra (again): $10 ["My random act of kindness for today."]
Mark: $35
Dana C (again): $30
Ian: $25
Tori: $5 [Cinco de Linco!]
Karen F (again): $5 [Cinco de Linco]
Jeanne: $5 [Cinco de Linco]
Dana C (again): $5 [Happy Cinco de Linco!]
Kristina (Jordan's mom): $5

This family has received a gift (not a loan) of $100 from Betty Lou and Charles Carter outside of Lend4Health. The loan request has been reduced by $100.

Sheri: $35 [Re-loaned from Brock's repaid loan]
Petra: $10 ["Belated Cinco de Linco loan on Cinco de Mayo"]
Gretchen: $50
Elizabeth: $5 ["Blessings on your journey to recovery!"]
Karen F (again): $5
Liz (Dazmen's mom): $4 Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $4.
Karen F (again): $5 [Re-loaned from Jordan's repaid loan] Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $5.

This family has received a gift (not a loan) of $50 from Sanjay outside of Lend4Health. The loan request has been reduced by $50.

Petra (again): $10 [re-loaned from Jordan's repaid loan]
Henry: $20
Karen F (again): $5 ["Early Cinco de Linco"]
Sheryl: $25 ["Cinco de Linco"]
Jennifer: $50
Tori (again): $5 ["Cinco de Linco"]
Jan: $25 ["Cinco de Linco"]
Jeanne (again): ["Cinco de Linco"]
John: $10
Petra (again): $5 ["Happy Cinco de Linco"]
Heather (Brock's mom): $5 [Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $5]
Chloe: $50

Matthias received a $50 gift from his relatives Rick and Dona McGraw. The loan request has, therefore, been reduced by $50.

Lisa: $50
Karen F (again): $5
Patricia: $25 ["This is a reloan - you are doing an awesome job - keep up the great work."]
Grandma Gini: $25 ["In memory of Bill Miller."] Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $25.
Terry O: $40 [re-loaned from Jordan's repaid loan] Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $40.
Karen F (again): $5 [Cinco de Linco]
Cathleen: $50
Petra (again): $5 ["Belated Cinco de Linco"]
Will: $10 [re-loan from a repaid loan] Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $10.
Jeanne (again): $23 [loan made from Alec's repaid loan] Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn, so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $23.
Tori (again): $5 [loan made from Alec's repaid loan] Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn, so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $5.
Karen F (again): $20 [loan made from Alec's repaid loan] Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn, so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $20.
Renee: $5 [loan made from Alec's repaid loan] Note: This loan was made outside of ChipIn, so the ChipIn goal amount has been reduced by $5.
Petra (again): $6
Joshua: $239

UPDATES - UPDATES - UPDATES

July 15, 2009: This loan has been fully funded! YIPEEEEE!

July 15, 2009: Promissory note sent to Lisa for signature.

July 16, 2009: Signed promissory note received.

July 16, 2009: Loan of $1,192 sent to Lisa via Priority Mail. This loan is scheduled to be repaid over 18 months, starting on September 15, 2009. The monthly repayment amount will be $66.22.