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Younger Onset BvFTD diagnosis that has rocked our world upside down.

$11,812 donated
Given by 94 generous donors in 10 weeks

Supporting a family with ongoing cost due to sudden loss of employment due to younger BvFTD, we weren't prepared for this as our journey.

Papamoa, Bay Of Plenty

Our Story

My husband, Kevin, is just 55 years old, just a few short months ago he was diagnosed with Behavioural Variant Frontotemporal Dementia (bvFTD) – a rare, young-onset dementia that affects personality, behaviour, and memory, and sadly with no cure it's a progressive life shortening illness

This illness has turned our world upside down. Kevin has always been the most loving and supportive husband, caring father of 7 amazing kids, Poppa to 9 beautiful grandkids and loyal friend. He’s the one who would always lend a hand, share a laugh, and bring warmth into the lives of those around him.To see dementia slowly change the man we love so dearly is heartbreaking.

Recently, Kevin lost his job due to the effects of this illness, and with that came the sudden loss of his independence and the sense of purpose he had in his work. He has also had his driver’s licence taken away for safety reasons, meaning more of the daily responsibilities now fall to me.

On top of the emotional toll, the financial side has been incredibly difficult. With little government support available and the shift to living on just one income while also caring for Kevin, things have become very tight and limited.

Any support, whether through a donation or simply by sharing our story, will make a meaningful difference. It will help ease the pressure so we can focus more on cherishing our time together and facing this journey with strength and love.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for standing with us. ❤️

Use of funds

Any support will help ease the financial strain of Kevin’s care — from travel to everyday living costs — allowing us to focus on navigating this journey with love and strength.

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Jessie
Jessie on 10 Nov 2025
Thinking of you all. Sending love and strength your way. 💛
$200
Jacqui Sawford

Thank you very much 🦋💙

Jacqui Sawford
Gail
Gail on 06 Nov 2025
Good luck Kevin you deserve more , such a hard worker. Gail and Jim Copper Crest
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Jacqui Sawford

Thank you very much 💙🦋

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Steve & Julie
Steve & Julie on 01 Nov 2025
$200
Jacqui Sawford

Thank you so very much 🦋💙

Jacqui Sawford
Tracey and Sam
Tracey and Sam on 29 Oct 2025
$50
Jacqui Sawford

Thankyou so very much 💙🦋

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Miriam
Miriam on 29 Oct 2025
Wishing you both strength and love.
$10
Jacqui Sawford

Thankyou so very much 🦋💙

Jacqui Sawford

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This campaign started on 2 Oct 2025 and ends on 17 Mar 2026.