Roost

10/23/2025

I never thought I would have to focus consciously on breathing as a normal part of my day. I am in my second week of pulmonary rehab, which I attend twice a week. It’s a monitored cardio and strengthening workout to improve lung capacity and heart function. I’m seeing some improvement in my stamina and while the steps are small and progress is slow, I feel like I’m achieving some forward motion. Tackling the 32 stairs to my apartment is less daunting, showers no longer leave me out of breath and I can walk a couple of blocks without requiring my portable oxygen. I am a little nervous about living expenses heading into the cold months now especially with the federal freeze on SNAP EBT FOOD assistance starting Nov. 1st, due to our lovely government shutdown. I implore any of my friends, family, followers. And cheerleaders to please continue to help support my livelihood if you are able to donate to my GoFundMe campaign. I am humbled by all of the help I have received thus far. In this dark time, many of you have been beacons of light with your assistance. Link to donate is in the instagram bio. Much ❤️ Daniel

10/16/2025

I have been quiet here because I’ve been in the thick of a lot of doctors appointments one after another and continually advocating for myself for physical and pulmonary therapy sessions which both started this week, thankfully. Every day is a struggle with my breathing, some days better than others, but my oxygen tank is a constant reminder that I am impeded and not my normal self. I’m 2 sessions into my pulmonary therapy and it’s pushing me to be more active and although I’m physically spent after the 60 minutes, I know it’s the only way forward. I am currently enrolled for 12 weeks and my goal is to shed the oxygen support and improve my lung capacity. I’m still in need of some financial assistance to supplement what little disability I receive. The woman in the apartment below me was physically evicted this week and it’s a reality check for me that I am having to be diligent to@make sure I stay current with my rent. If you’re able to assist me, I humbly ask for any donations any of you are able to give and am incredibly grateful for all the help thus far. My GoFundMe link is in the Instagram bio. I can also take Venmo at Daniel-Malone-27 or Zelle at 773-450-1290. Much ❤️

09/29/2025

Throwing this boomerang SOS out again hoping it will bring back some new donations to help assist me while I am still healing from my pneumonia. Good news is I have been given a clean cancer bill of health and am now formally finished with any treatment or immunotherapy. My most recent MRI showed no evidence of cancerous activity in my brain where I once had my tumor. Any and all donations are greatly appreciated and basically helping to keep@me housed until I am@able to work again. I did receive some SNAP food benefits so that has helped me with food supplies. Love you all! ♥️. I can also receive donations via Venmo @ Daniel-Malone-27 or through Zelle under my cell # 773-450-1290, link to GoFundMe in my bio and at the end of this post A loved one is facing a tough battle after a serious illness. They need our help to get through this difficult time. Please consider donating or sharing to support their recovery.

https://gofund.me/602ec1059

09/17/2025

Trying to boost the algorithm , I touched a few people a couple of days ago and was so thankful to those who quickly offered some gracious assistance. Every bit regardless of amount helps supplement the insufficient disability check I am receiving which doesn’t even cover my rent. The system is terribly skewed. https://gofund.me/6bc81db40

09/15/2025

It’s been a minute and I think the Instagram algorithm is not hitting for me. Just reaching out for some continued assistance as I am still suffering from the damage to@my lungs from the severe pneumonia that hospitalized me for 2 months. Last month I had a godsend angel donor who sent me a generous donation which helped me catch up for August and September. I’m now approaching October and I’m finally getting my disability reinstated after a 3 month pause, but the check is not enough to cover my rent. I’m waiting to be seen on October 2nd for an evaluation for pulmonary therapy at Swedish Covenant. I humbly ask if anyone is able to help with any donation or please share my post. The link is in my bio and here on the post. Thank you in advance for any assistance

08/13/2025

Need some additional assistance. This PJP pneumonia wiped me out way more than I could have ever anticipated. I recovered more quickly from my stem cell transplant. I’m still on oxygen and my ability to exert even minimal activity is radically limited. I have been referred for outpatient respiratory therapy and get a full pulmonary function test on the 26th of August which will better help my pulmonologist determine the degree of damage and scarring the pneumonia has caused my lungs. I’m going stir crazy but trying to stay home and rest as much as possible. I’m really only leaving to get groceries or supplies. Please help out if you are able and send good healing vibes. See link below or in my Instagram bio.

https://gofund.me/117fc49e

06/29/2025

4 years ago today my mother transitioned into the realm of whatever may be next. Hopefully a new beautiful existence more peaceful and tranquil. I felt the weight of grief fall upon me today. I’ve recently heard grief described as the excess love we were not able to express when people are alive. This is a favorite pic of my mother and my nephew, her 1st born grandchild, Tyler dancing at his wedding. Her presence made every experience just that much better. She was deeply loved by many and her presence is undeniably missed. May she be siting in a comfy chair reading a book. Not a day goes by that something brings her to my mind.

06/05/2025

Finally got a beard trimmer after 2 months of no shaving, I was feeling like a hermit. Just posting this again to try and catch the right algorithm wave. If you are able to help support my fundraiser any amount helps to get me closer to my goals and ability to transition from my last 2 months in the hospital and back into my apartment. Please help if you can or share on your social media. Thank you to all of you who have helped me financially, offered emotional and moral support or just kept me in your thoughts , prayers and intentions. Love you all so much, Daniel

06/05/2025

Just dropping this here again to@make sure I’m staying ahead of the messed up algorithm. Getting close to reaching my new set goal. I’m at 85% of my goal and have received donations from so many amazing individuals. Some of you have donated more than once and others have shared on their posts and stories which has helped generate more traction and donations. A childhood sweethearts adult son even made a nice donation. I am so humbled once again and have revived faith in the goodness that is still present in this crazy world. Love you all, please help if you can or share on your social media. So much love, Daniel

06/05/2025

05/15/2025

I woke up in the wee hours coughing and called the nurses station to get a respiratory therapist into my room for a breathing treatment. Somehow between my chest CT scan on April 2nd and my second CT scan on April 10th I Manges t fracture 2 ribs on my right side. They suspect my bones are soft or porous due to the chemo meds I’ve been on for maintenance for over a year. Basically my incessant coughing caused me to fracture the ribs and likely explains why the break to my leg was so severe in October. All that said, I find myself here and now doing my best to keep positive and focused on getting through this setback. This first pic is not my best, but I was happy the physical therapists took me down to the courtyard garden. It felt so good to spend 20 min in the sun and fresh air, so for me, today, I put my vanity aside and say this was a good moment. I want to once again express my extreme gratitude for the incredible outpour of kindness and generosity from so many of my tribe. Every donation has put me that much closer to being out from under the financial burden I’ve been dreading. Over the course of the past 4 days my fundraising goal went from 60% to 89% fulfilled. I am beyond ecstatic that I will get some resolution to my housing situation once the funds transfer to my account. I’m currently just shy of $700 left to meet my GoFundMe goal. If you are able to assist and maybe are just seeing this for the first time, my GOFUNDME IS IN MY BIO on my Instagram feed. I can also receive Venmo at Daniel-Malone-27 or you can DM me if you would prefer to Zelle. I’ve included the other 2 pics because I feel like I looked very healthy and am trying to manifest this health back into my life. I will keep everyone updated on my progress. No discharge date has been discussed yet as my lungs still need some more time. With much love and deepest thanks to all of you, Daniel

05/13/2025

Shouting out again from the social media void to try and do another fundraising push. I’ve been in the ICU unit between 2 hospitals, St Francis and Holy Family now for a month and 2 days. Tonight I was moved to the main floor because my critical status was lifted but still on round the clock oxygen and a variety of meds, steroids, antifungals, antivirals, etc. to decrease inflammation and infection in my lungs and respiratory system. My landlord contacted me this week and said they were sending me a non-renewal agreement for my lease which is up August 31st. She said if I could get the balance down to just owing the current month due by the beginning of June that they would work with me on renewal. My dear friend Liz shared my GoFundMe link on her feed and that alone helped me raise another $550. I’m currently at about 60% of my goal but still need another $2700 to put things right with my landlord. I ask my friends, family, followers fans of Roost, and anyone who is able to share my campaign to please do so. Every donation counts and i humbly thank everyone who has provided financial, emotional, and moral support on this journey. Please dig deep and spread the word. The GoFundMe link is in the Instagram bio and I will post.