Overview

• After an ER visit for persistent fever and cough, Roach received a diagnosis of aggressive squamous cell carcinoma affecting his head, neck and throat.
• Roach remains hospitalized and undergoing treatment in Los Angeles with round-the-clock care provided by his fiancée, Jennifer.
• A GoFundMe campaign has collected almost $28,000 toward its $35,000 goal to cover Roach’s escalating medical bills.
• Members of the rock and heavy metal community have hosted benefit concerts and Junkyard is selling T-shirts and custom plaque art to boost fundraising.
• Pending slow approvals for disability and caregiver support, the couple faces rising out-of-pocket expenses for treatment and care.