My Name is Chris

Chris was first diagnosed with Classical Hodgkins Lymphoma over 9 years ago. He has endured several different chemotherapies, immune therapies, radiotherapies, autologous stem cell transplant, allogenic stem cell transplant and a Donor Lymphocyte Infusion. He has been through hell and this latest battle has been the toughest for he and his family.

Chris has been married to Naomi for 15 years, and they have two children - Tomas (6) and Liam (3). This cancer has taken him away from his family and caused immense emotional and physical pain.

Chris relapsed again late last year - they were warned it was a possibility two days before Christmas. He has endured several infections, many hospitalisations and incredible amounts of pain this year. Currently he is in hospital fighting several infections, including in the eye and brain.

This fundraiser is set up to help Chris continue to fund his battle - he is unable to work which makes it difficult to not only meet the medical expenses, but the day to day living expenses. Chris will also require certain equipment when he comes home due to the changes he has gone through with this current fight.

Chris' mates and the community of Griffith came together in April to create Burgers in the Park which kicked off the fundraising, which has continued thanks to Ar'e Abera with Zumba May Days and his dirtbike mates have created a ride in his honour just to raise funds. We are overwhelmed with support and thank everyone for their help and donations.

You can read more about Chris and his fight at www.mynameischris.org or by liking the facebook page