Caroline's Cancer Support Page
Please help support Caroline while she fights cancer for a second time
Whangarei, Northland
Caroline Parry was first diagnosed with breast cancer in May 2020 during the first Covid Lockdown. She was only 48 years old.
The cancer was bilateral, advanced, grade 3 and her best chance of survival was a double mastectomy, reconstruction surgery, a long course of chemo, followed by radiation.
Because of the Covid lockdowns, Caroline had to navigate her own diagnosis and pay privately to get the ball rolling, as our public health system was overwhelmed with Covid cases and limited services.
Caroline received all of her treatment with incredible strength and determination and was cancer free and in remission for 3 years, until ....
August 2023. Caroline had her annual checkup and received the worst possible news: the cancer has returned and is metastatic. It is present in her liver, lung and various bones.
Chemo treatment, to prolong what time she has left, commenced today on 10 August 2023.
Time is her most valuable asset, and we need to buy her precious time - time to spend it with her two children, two beautiful grandchildren and other family and friends.
Eventually, working will become overwhelming for her and we want to make her life that little bit easier in her time of need. Please, if you are able to, donate a few dollars, it will make a huge difference to Caroline's life.
Donna Schofield's involvement (page creator)
I am Caroline’s cousin and want to support her in her time of need
Use of funds
Right now, Caroline's ability to work is compromised. Over time, it will be impossible. The money raised will help keep a roof over Caroline's head during the time she has left.
Latest update
My latest news... 11 June 2024
My apologies for the delayed update it’s been a busy six months.
My health has taken a turn for the worse, and the medication I've been on is no longer working. I have been told that time is now limited as medical options are no longer having a positive effect.
I recently returned from a wonderful trip to Samoa with family and friends. We soaked up the warmth and the great company. Managed to snorkel with the giant clams and turtles. But the turtles were hiding from me!
I am doing well both emotionally and physically, under the circumstances. My plan is to spend as much time as possible with family and loved ones over the next few months.
Thank you for all your support and aroha!
Much love, Caroline
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