A little support for Jacoby and his family through his road to recovery 💙

My handsome 18-year-old nephew, Jacoby Davies, has been going through an incredibly tough & frightening time.

Initially admitted to Whangārei Hospital 1 month ago, Jacoby was flown to Auckland Hospital, where he spent 5 days before being discharged. Weeks later, worsening symptoms meant he had to return to Auckland Hospital, where he has now been for a week so far.

Jacoby has been diagnosed with a cavernoma in his brainstem, which has grown and bled again. He is currently awaiting surgery, with the location & complexity making this a major operation & the road ahead uncertain.

Jacoby was really enjoying his job at Mangawhai Hire & had recently started becoming part of the Mangawhai Fire Brigade, something he was incredibly excited about. Sadly, everything has now been put on hold, with no knowing when he’ll return to work or the things he loves.

With extra trips to Auckland, work commitments, everything at home, and Jacoby unable to work for the foreseeable future, financial pressures are growing. Unfortunately, bills don’t stop during times like this.

We’re hoping to take some pressure off Rochelle and the family so they can focus on what matters most, Jacoby getting through surgery and recovering.

Any contribution, no matter how small, would mean so much. Absolutely no pressure. Even sharing this page or keeping them in your thoughts is hugely appreciated.

Together, we can help make this difficult journey a little easier. Thank you for your love, kindness and support. 💙