Here's my CC #... feel free to charge your trip to it....
My point is: The net is full (and i mean FULL) of unscrupulous people trying to take advantage of others. I am in no way implying that this is the case here.. I believe it is not. But I'm sure that you can understand why we need more info.
I personally think the web is not a suitable medium for requests of such a personal nature, unless you have had positive past experiences with someone and feel you can trust them COMPLETELY.
Others may be less cautious than I am, but I have learned from experience that one MUST act carefully and exercise due diligence before getting involved in any net-based transaction (common sense really, but people sometimes do not stop and think).
My prayers are with you and your family, and I hope everything turns out well.