Welcome, and thank you for shining your light here. We created this page to support our dear Sophia as she navigates stage 4 metastatic breast cancer. What began as stage 1 breast cancer has spread to her bones, lungs, lymph nodes, brain, and other areas of her body. She is receiving ongoing treatment while doing everything she can to support her healing. Treatment has made everyday life incredibly challenging, and her energy is not what it used to be. This page offers a simple way for those who would like to help by leaving loving words, providing meals, assisting with household tasks and errands, supporting healing services such as acupuncture, or contributing toward treatments, travel, and other expenses. This page is where we will also be posting the latest updates on her journey instead of her GoFund Me. Every act of kindness helps lighten the load so Sophia can spend less energy on the demands of being sick and more energy on healing. More than anything, this page is a place to connect care, community, and love. Thank you for walking alongside Sophia. Your kindness, generosity, and support mean more than words can say. Please see list below & care calendar for ways you can help. There are is also a way you can send her e gift cards through this page. sincerely, soph's team
Ways You Can Support Sophia Thank you for being part of Sophia’s support team during this journey. Every act of kindness—big or small—helps make this season a little lighter and allows Sophia to focus more energy on healing. There are many ways to support her, whether through practical help, wellness support, gift cards, financial contributions, or simply sending words of encouragement. 1. Words of Love & Support Your messages, memories, prayers, and words of encouragement mean so much to Sophia. If you’d like to send her some love, you can leave a message directly on this Give InKind page. Whether it’s a note of support, a favorite memory, a funny story, or just letting her know you’re thinking of her, these messages help remind Sophia how loved and supported she is. To leave a message: - Scroll down on the page until you see the “Community” or “Supporters” section. - Click “Leave a Message” (or “Add a Comment” if that option appears). - Write your note and submit it so Sophia can read your words of support. 2. Care & Everyday Support The day-to-day tasks can become challenging while navigating treatment, appointments, and recovery. Help with things like meals, errands, household tasks, transportation, or simply spending time together can make a meaningful difference. You can use the Give InKind Care Calendar to sign up for shifts! 3. Healing & Wellness Support Alongside her medical treatment, Sophia uses a variety of supportive therapies and wellness practices to help manage side effects, improve quality of life, and support her overall well-being. If you would like to sponsor a specific wellness expense or learn what is currently most helpful, please contact Leisha Miller to coordinate. Examples include: Acupuncture Therapeutic massage Mental health coaching sessions Oncologist-recommended supplements and wellness support Fitness memberships Other holistic therapies that complement her medical care 4. Travel & Medical Appointment Support Sophia travels to Tampa and NYC for medical care and appointments. Support with travel costs including lodging, Uber, flights, or a place to stay in New York City would be greatly appreciated. If you or someone you know has availability to host Sophia and her dad, locations near the East Village, SoHo, or Chinatown are especially convenient. 5. Gift Card Wishlist Gift cards are a wonderful way to support Sophia with nutritious foods, wellness needs, and everyday essentials. Food & Grocery Favorites Ionie Organic Cafe Crop Juice Pura Vida Miami Bee Lovely Farms Whole Foods Trader Joe’s Other Favorites Amazon Wawa Gas Yoga Shack Uber Please text Sophia or Leisha to coordinate gift cards. 6. General Financial Support If you would like to offer general financial support You can contribute through her GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/2ht7u-support-sophias-fight-against-cancer GoFundMe deducts a small transaction fee from donations. If you prefer your full gift to go directly toward Sophia’s care, you can also contribute through: Venmo: @Sophia-Sanchez Zelle: Sophia's phone number Thank you again for showing up for Sophia with your love, kindness, and support. Every meal, message, contribution, and act of care truly makes a difference.