On October 7th, Danielle a devoted wife and mom to two young girls was diagnosed with breast cancer. She’ll be undergoing chemotherapy over the next four months followed by surgery and has had to significantly reduce her time at work to focus on healing. As she pours her strength into getting well, we have an opportunity to help lift some of the weight off her and her family. If you know Danielle, you know she’s the light that brightens every room. She’s kind, compassionate, and always the first to show up for others. Now, it’s our turn to show up for her. I’ve created a Meal Train to support Danielle with dinners and essentials, and it also includes an option to send donations. In addition to meals, contributions will help with hair treatments during chemotherapy and the medical expenses her family is facing. Chemotherapy is a difficult journey, physically, emotionally, and financially. Your kindness, whether through a meal, a donation, or a prayer, makes a real difference for Danielle and her family. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your time, love, and support.
To support Danielle during treatment, please keep meals healthy, gentle, and fully cooked. Meal Guidelines (Cancer-Friendly): • No raw or undercooked meats (Please ensure chicken, beef, pork, etc. are fully cooked through.) • No raw fish or sushi • Vegetables should be cooked, not raw (Roasted, steamed, sautéed, etc.) • No sugary foods or desserts Meal Ideas: (All Ingredients Fully Cooked, No Sugar Added) Proteins • Baked chicken breast or thighs (simple herbs, olive oil, lemon) • Turkey meatballs (with cooked veggies, no added sugar in sauce) • Baked salmon or cod (fully cooked, mild seasoning) • Ground turkey or chicken bowls • Rotisserie chicken Veggies (Fully Cooked Only) • Roasted carrots, zucchini, squash, or sweet potatoes • Steamed green beans or broccoli • Sautéed spinach or kale • Mixed roasted vegetables • Mashed cauliflower or mashed potatoes (not sweetened) Simple, Gentle Sides • Brown rice or white rice • Quinoa • Pastas with olive oil, light broth, or simple tomato sauces (no sugar added) Soups & Stews • Chicken noodle soup (low sodium) • Vegetable soup with fully cooked ingredients • Turkey chili (no sugar, mild seasoning) • Lentil soup Comfort Meals (Easy on the Stomach) • Baked chicken and veggies sheet-pan meal • Stir fry with fully cooked chicken/turkey and soft veggies • Slow-cooker beef stew • Shepherd’s pie (turkey or beef, fully cooked) • Pasta primavera with cooked veggies and olive oil ⸻ Foods to Avoid • Raw or undercooked meats • Raw fish/sushi • Raw vegetables • Anything sugary (desserts, sweet sauces, sweetened yogurts) • Very spicy, greasy, or acidic foods Thank you so much for helping us keep her safe, nourished, and supported during treatment. Your kindness truly means the world.