Robert "Dutchy " Holland

$23,550 raised

TARGET $50,000

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About

In March this year Robert "Dutchy" Holland was diagnosed with a Grade 4 Glioblastoma Multiforme. Since starting treatment, Robert has experienced a decline in his memory, speech and ability to care for himself due to swelling in the brain. High dose steroids have been able to control the swelling and improve his quality of life.

The continued use of the steroids will eventually lead to problems with strength particularly in Robert's legs, so the doctors have suggested use of a drug that is not under PBS for brain cancer patients, with the aim to aid reduction in the swelling. To trail this drug it will cost up to $30 000. The first dose has cost just under $5000. If successful the steroids can be weaned and hopefully Robert will remain more stable in his function and speech.

We hope to raise money to fund the drug and any remaining funds will be donated to the Mark Hughes Foundation in honour of Robert.

Robert and Carolyn would never ask others to help in this way so we are doing it for them. Robert has put so much of his life into playing and developing cricket both in Newcastle and across Australia. We hope that the cricketing community can help support the funding of this medication as currently having the best quality of life is the most we can hope for.

Brain cancer has such a poor survival rate and more research is needed to stop other families having this experience these losses in the future. Brain cancer is unlike many other cancers as it does cause significant changes in a persons personality, ability and communication from a very early stage. So the more we raise the more we can help in this endeavor to improve survival and outcomes.

Fundraising For

Robert Holland

Robert Dutchy Holland was diagnosed with a Glioblastoma Multiforme in March 2017.To maintain Robert's quality of life he is starting a trial drug, costing $30000, which is hoped will control the swelling in his brain.

Funds Banked To

Mr Robert George Holland


JH

Campaign Creator

judy Holland

kilaben Bay, NSW



Mon, 18 Sep 2017

Lee Baines

$ 100

For a great guy and cricketer. Good luck Dutchy. Regards Lee Baines (ex Cardiff Boolaroo)

Sun, 17 Sep 2017

Dan Holmes

$ 250

Mate...This is from the Class of 65 (Booragul High School)....Keep up the fight "here on Lake Macquarie shores"....Dan Holmes

Sat, 16 Sep 2017

Rod Leggett

$ 150

One of the most selfless and humble people ive ever met.We wish you all the very best Robert

Fri, 15 Sep 2017

Denis O'Neill

$ 50
Fri, 15 Sep 2017

Anonymous

$ 130
Thu, 14 Sep 2017

Anonymous

$ 100
Thu, 14 Sep 2017

The Central Coast Cyclones

$ 520

Keep up the good fight, Bobby. From all The Central Coast Cyclones Veteran Cricketers.

Tue, 12 Sep 2017

Toronto Pony Club

$ 200

Thank you for everything you have done for our club! Best wishes from everyone at Toronto Pony Club.

Tue, 5 Sep 2017

Gunter Schymkiw

$ 1000

With heartfelt good wishes for a very special person.

Sat, 2 Sep 2017

Jack and Ineke garaty

$ 150

Our thoughts are with you. Jack and Ineke Garaty

SINCE Jul 2017

187 

Donations

$23,550 raised

TARGET $50,000

Please support this cause

$
AUD

Fundraising For

Robert Holland

Robert Dutchy Holland was diagnosed with a Glioblastoma Multiforme in March 2017.To maintain Robert's quality of life he is starting a trial drug, costing $30000, which is hoped will control the swelling in his brain.

Funds Banked To

Mr Robert George Holland

JH

Campaign Creator

judy Holland

kilaben Bay, NSW

SINCE Jul 2017

187 

Donations