tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494Fri, 25 Dec 2009 02:07:29 +0000Lend4Health is a non-profit that facilitates community-funded, interest-free micro-loans as a creative funding option for individuals and groups seeking optimal health. Currently, Lend4Health is facilitating loans for the "biomedical" treatment of children and adults with autism spectrum and related disorders. Other health issues may be included on Lend4Health in the future.http://lend4health.blogspot.com/EmbeMama@gmail.com (Tori)Blogger112125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-9169217682340256394Tue, 22 Dec 2009 05:00:00 +00002009-12-22T00:44:24.740-05:00NEED: HBOTAGE: 5-7 yearsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1500-$2500First Posted: August 7, 2009Name: BennyAge: 7 years oldLocation: Quebec, CANADADiagnosis: Autism Loan Sought: $2,000Loan Needed For: Partial payment of 40 HBOT [hyperbaric oxygen therapy] dives at Clinique Magali. Repayment Terms: One lump sum, paid 24 months after loan is fulfilled. Other Notes: Benny's mom, Lidia, writes, "I have worked hard to document the many gains that my son had using the http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/08/bennyque.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-3798463933403027865Mon, 07 Dec 2009 05:00:00 +00002009-12-24T21:03:53.993-05:00NEED: HBOTAGE: 5-7 yearsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1000-$1500First Posted: August 7, 2009Name: MiloAge: 7 years oldLocation: Oregon, USADiagnosis: Autism Loan Sought: $1,500 Loan Needed For: Partial payment of 40 HBOT [hyperbaric oxygen treatment] dives at California Hyperbarics.Repayment Terms: 18 months ($83.33/month)Other Notes: Milo's mom, Kathy, writes, "Milo is a fabulous seven year old. He loves to build, play with his friends, and is currently in ahttp://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/08/miloor.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-2359912315545137102Sat, 05 Dec 2009 14:53:00 +00002009-12-23T21:12:34.331-05:00NEED: testingAGE: 5-7 yearsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $250-$500First Posted On: December 5, 2009Name: Sam S.Age: 5 years oldLocation: California, USADiagnosis: Sensory Processing DisorderLoan Sought: $427Loan Needed For: Initial tests from Genova: CDSA/P stool test, NutrEval urine test, comprehensive thyroid assessment, allergy antibody tests, and celiac profile. Also the porphyrins test from Laboratoire Phillippe August.Repayment Terms: 12 months ($35.58/http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/12/samsca.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-2685462625000702955Sat, 28 Nov 2009 05:00:00 +00002009-12-22T21:08:41.732-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesAGE: 3-4 yearsNEED: testingNEED: supplementsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1000-$1500Photo: Jaden with his cousin. "Jaden is one year older than her, they love to play together."First Posted On: November 3, 2009Name: JadenAge: 4 years oldLocation: Utah, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $1,500Loan Needed For: MB-12 shots, DAN! doctor appointment ($250/hr), suppliments (cod liver oil, zinc, probiotics, calcium, GSE), and an IgG food sensitivity test. Repayment Terms: 15 months (http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/11/jadenut2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-6202449765924336106Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:00:00 +00002009-12-20T20:11:06.168-05:00NEED: testingNEED: supplementsAGE: 5-7 yearsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $500-$1000First Posted On: September 28, 2009Name: ZacharyAge: 5 years oldLocation: Michigan, USADiagnosis: PDD-NOSLoan Sought: $827 [reduced from $997 on 10/8/09]Loan Needed For: Tests from Great Plains (heavy metal $135, organic acid test w/yeast $340, amino acids $219, and glutathione $85); and probiotics ($48).On 10/8/09 this loan request was reduced from $997 to $827 because the family found a http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/09/zacharymi.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-1657361888574798139Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:00:00 +00002009-12-24T21:07:29.535-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesNEED: testingNEED: supplementsAGE: 1-2 yearsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1000-$1500First Posted On: October 15, 2009Name: Noah N.Age: 2 1/2 years oldLocation: Louisiana, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $1,000Loan Needed For: Initial visit to Defeat Autism Now (DAN!) doctor Stephanie Cave. Remainder will be used for tests and/or supplements, as recommended by the doctor. Noah's mom Cherish is particularly interested in a gluten/casein sensitivity test and a heavy metals http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/10/noahnla.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-4896436597322880537Tue, 17 Nov 2009 05:00:00 +00002009-12-20T23:52:47.467-05:00AGE: 3-4 yearsNEED: HBOTGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1500-$2500"I added an old picture of Lil' Joe to show the improvements with his eyes and personality. When he was a baby he always had that glazed over look in his eyes...he no longer has that...and HBOT [hyperbaric oxygen therapy] has made a tremendous difference." -- Lil' Joe's mom, HeidiFirst Posted On: July 22, 2009Name: Lil' JoeAge: 3 1/2 years oldLocation: California, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought:http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/07/liljoeca.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-7086584386629073402Mon, 16 Nov 2009 05:00:00 +00002009-12-06T10:11:35.688-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesAGE: 3-4 yearsNEED: testingAMOUNT: $4500-$5000GENDER: boysFirst Posted On: July 22, 2009Name: WillAge: 4 years oldLocation: Calgary, Alberta, CANADADiagnosis: No formal diagnosisLoan Sought: $5,200 Loan Needed For: Initial DAN! [Defeat Autism Now!] doctor visit plus all initial tests. Their DAN! doctor will be Bruce Hoffman at The Hoffman Centre for Integrative Medicine in Calgary.Repayment Terms: 18 months ($288.89/month)Other Notes: Will's mom, Sylviahttp://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/07/willcan.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-2843166131916471824Thu, 01 Oct 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-12-23T12:47:16.826-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesNEED: testingNEED: supplementsAGE: 5-7 yearsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1000-$1500This loan has been fully funded!First Posted: September 7, 2009Name: MaxAge: 5 years oldLocation: Oklahoma, USADiagnosis: PDD-NOS [Pervasive Developmental Disorder-Not Otherwise Specified], ADHD, & Sensory Processing Disorder Loan Sought: $880 [reduced from $1,080 on Dec. 22, 2009]Loan Needed For: Urine Porphyrins test at Laboratoire de Biologie Medicale ($120); Urine Panel (Ep NE Dop, Ser, Gly, http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/09/maxok.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-1219876944911974640Wed, 30 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-12-24T21:04:43.467-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesAGE: 3-4 yearsNEED: testingGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1000-$1500This loan request will be closed on January 1, 2010, at the request of the family. Please see the "Updates" section below for more information!First Posted On: December 1, 2009Name: IzaiahAge: 3 years oldLocation: Tennessee, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $1,000Loan Needed For: First DAN! doctor appointment on December 23, 2009 ($320). The remainder will be for tests, and possibly supplements, http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/12/izaiahtn.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-1482259426700103730Tue, 29 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-12-23T12:46:30.697-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesAGE: 3-4 yearsNEED: testingNEED: supplementsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1000-$1500This loan has been fully funded!First Posted: August 8, 2009Name: Avery & Anthony (Photo: Avery - top; Anthony - bottom, in hat)Age: 4 years old (twins)Location: Mississippi, USADiagnosis: Autism (both)Loan Sought: $750 [reduced from $1,000 on Dec. 16, 2009]Loan Needed For: IgE allergy test from Great Plains for Anthony ($600); MB12 shots for both for 1 month ($100); and anti-fungal meds (http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/08/averyanthonyms2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-3483421733580717956Mon, 28 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-12-14T22:43:13.798-05:00AGE: 3-4 yearsGENDER: girlsNEED: supplementsAMOUNT: $250-$500This loan has been funded!First Posted On: November 6, 2009Name: OliviaAge: 4 years oldLocation: Florida, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $498Loan Needed For: Blood test (performed by Olivia's doctor) to see if she has the XMRV retrovirus. (The full amount of the test is $650, so this loan will cover part of it.)Note: On December 14, 2009, Olivia's mom wrote to request that we end the loan http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/11/oliviafl2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-4172478159063192066Sun, 27 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-12-17T15:11:54.401-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesNEED: testingNEED: supplementsAGE: 5-7 yearsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1000-$1500This loan has been fully funded and disbursed!First Posted On: October 15, 2009Name: EmreAge: 6 years oldLocation: Virginia, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $1,200Loan Needed For: Initial visit to Defeat Autism Now (DAN!) doctor Warren Levin ($850). Remainder will be used for tests and/or supplements, as recommended by the doctor. Repayment Terms: 18 months ($66.67/month).Other Notes: Emre's dadhttp://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/10/emreva.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-6443125880393263995Sat, 26 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-12-15T21:21:14.280-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesAGE: 3-4 yearsNEED: testingNEED: supplementsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1000-$1500This loan has been fully funded and disbursed!First Posted: September 3, 2009Name: AydenAge: 4 years oldLocation: Arizona, USADiagnosis: Autism Loan Sought: $315 [Changed from $1,000 on 10/27/09] Loan Needed For: Zeolites for chelation ($120) and hair analysis + consultation ($195). [Changed on 10/27/09]Note: After posting the original loan request for $1,000, Ayden's mom contacted Lend4Health http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/09/aydenaz.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-5627761609638741424Fri, 25 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-12-02T15:05:52.911-05:00AGE: 3-4 yearsNEED: testingGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1000-$1500This loan has been funded!First Posted On: August 31, 2009Name: Gabriel & ChristopherAge: 4 years old (Gabriel) & 3 years old (Christopher)Location: Mississippi, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $1,200Loan Needed For: Basic/LINCA autism panel and advanced cholesterol profile for both children. These tests will be done through Great Plains Laboratory.Repayment Terms: 6 months ($200/month).Other http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/08/gabrielchristopherms.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-2961700778190042204Thu, 24 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-12-09T15:33:41.642-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesAGE: 3-4 yearsNEED: testingGENDER: girlsAGE: 1-2 yearsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1500-$2500This loan has been funded and disbursed!First Posted On: August 4, 2009Name: Elisha & Ethan (siblings)Age: 4 & 2 years oldLocation: California, USADiagnosis: Autism (both siblings)Loan Sought: $810 [reduced from $1,900 on 11/23/09]Loan Needed For: Organic acid test (urine) for each child ($480) and comprehensive stool analysis test for one child ($330)Repayment Terms: 18 months ($45/month).Other http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/08/elishaethanca.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-5884626820550606718Wed, 23 Sep 2009 18:46:00 +00002009-11-30T10:31:18.501-05:00NEED: testingAMOUNT: $0-$250GENDER: boysAGE: 8-9 yearsThis loan has been funded and disbursed!Photo: Joshua during his race practice time at Sugarbush, VermontFirst Posted On: November 6, 2009Name: JoshuaAge: 9 years oldLocation: Vermont, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $140Loan Needed For: To retest Joshua's metal test. He has a appointment with his DAN! doctor on Dec 2 and the family would like to have this test done before they go. Repayment http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/11/joshuavt2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-6137531448899713214Wed, 23 Sep 2009 03:16:00 +00002009-11-28T11:25:34.189-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesAGE: 3-4 yearsGENDER: girlsAMOUNT: $250-$500This loan has been funded and disbursed!First Posted On: November 5, 2009Name: EmilyAge: 3 years oldLocation: Arizona, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $370Loan Needed For: Initial parent interview and child assessment with DAN! doctor Joel Morgan, scheduled for November 19, 2009.Repayment Terms: One lump-sum repayment due by November 30, 2010.Other Notes: Emily's mom, Camille, writes, "Emily is http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/11/emilyaz.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-5528399321212517470Mon, 21 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-11-14T11:24:51.291-05:00NEED: Conference AttendanceGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $250-$500AGE: 10-12This loan has been funded and disbursed!First Posted On: September 19, 2009Name: LoganAge: 11 years oldLocation: Florida, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $500Loan Needed For: Costs related to National Autism Association (NAA) Conference in Weston, Florida, in November. Costs include registration for Logan's dad, Michael, ($100); hotel expenses for 3 days ($200); meals for Logan's parents for 3 http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/09/loganfl2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-6567133736801540318Sun, 20 Sep 2009 04:01:00 +00002009-10-21T13:31:41.866-04:00NEED: supplementsGENDER: boysAGE: 10-12AMOUNT: $500-$1000This loan has been funded and disbursed!First Posted On: August 11, 2009Name: ArthurAge: 10 years oldLocation: Vermont, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $520Loan Needed For: Mindlinx probiotic (12 month supply, $300); HMD chelator ($178); and Source Naturals Attentive Child (6 month supply, $42). Repayment Terms: One lump sum in March 2010.Other Notes: Arthur's mom, Jenn, writes: "Arthur has comehttp://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/08/arthurnvt2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-791576821361817695Sun, 20 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-10-26T15:42:32.636-04:00GENDER: girlsNEED: HBOTAGE: 5-7 yearsAMOUNT: $2500-$3000This loan has been funded and disbursed!First Posted On: July 27, 2009Name: LilaAge: 7 years oldLocation: California, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $3,000Loan Needed For: 20 HBOT [hyperbaric oxygen therapy] dives Repayment Terms: 18 months ($166.67/month).Other Notes: Lila's mom, Amanda, writes, "Lila is an amazing 7 year old girl with autism presenting classically (DSM 299.00). She was http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/07/lilaca.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-7025000654043553586Sat, 19 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-12-10T23:26:46.764-05:00AGE: 3-4 yearsNEED: testingNEED: supplementsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1000-$1500This loan is being repaid!First Posted On: August 26, 2009Name: SevynAge: 4 years oldLocation: Oregon, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $1,194Loan Needed For: Two-month supply of supplements, plus lab tests not covered by insurance, including: Enhansa by Lee Silsby ($84); ASD Vitamin Mineral Powder by Lee Silsby ($150); Klaire Labs Micelized Vit A drops ($27); Ecological Formulas CoEnzymeB http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/08/sevynor.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-1629772345774673292Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:04:00 +00002009-12-11T09:21:17.936-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesAGE: 3-4 yearsAMOUNT: $0-$250GENDER: boysThis loan is being paid back!First Posted On: October 13, 2009Name: MasonAge: 3 years oldLocation: Pennsylvania, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $250 Loan Needed For: Initial DAN! [Defeat Autism Now!] doctor visit with Dr. Lawrence Miller on October 29, 2009.Repayment Terms: 6 months ($41.67/month)Other Notes: Mason's mom, Nadia, writes, "My son Mason is a loving 3 year old little boy, but it http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/10/masonpa.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-6083075137924067153Thu, 17 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-11-18T21:06:46.905-05:00NEED: DAN doctor feesNEED: HBOTNEED: supplementsAGE: 5-7 yearsGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $1000-$1500This loan is being repaid!First Posted On: September 9, 2009Name: Milo A.Age: 5 years oldLocation: California, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $1,000 Loan Needed For: Two months worth of Enhansa ($90); Custom Probiotics Autism Formula ($320); Enzymes, dha, multi vitamin, and glutathione ($140); 20 HBOT dives and travel expenses to DAN! office, 130 miles round trip ($450).Repayment Terms: 18 http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/09/milomanca.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-873445338328118494.post-4600685403404375635Wed, 16 Sep 2009 04:00:00 +00002009-12-02T20:46:26.829-05:00AGE: 3-4 yearsNEED: testingGENDER: boysAMOUNT: $250-$500This loan is being paid back!First Posted On: August 11, 2009Name: KevinAge: 3 years oldLocation: Ohio, USADiagnosis: AutismLoan Sought: $475Loan Needed For: Comprehensive stool analysis test ($330) and a microbial organic acids test ($145) from Great Plains Laboratory.Repayment Terms: 12 months ($39.58/month).Other Notes: Kevin's mom, Holly, writes: "Kevin is a beautiful little man who just http://lend4health.blogspot.com/2009/08/kevinoh.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Tori)1