From Influenza A to an Induced Coma: Help Chloe Fight Her Way Home to Her Children ❤️

Chloe is a much-loved 36-year-old mum of 2 who is currently fighting for her life in Auckland ICU.

What began as Influenza A took a devastating turn. Chloe developed severe pneumonia and sepsis and was taken by ambulance to Clyde Hospital, where she was immediately intubated. She was then helicoptered to Dunedin, before being flown to Auckland to access ECMO, life support used when the lungs cannot provide enough oxygen. She is also receiving dialysis and remains in an induced coma on life support.

On Friday 21 August, Chloe was described as “the sickest person in New Zealand”, with just a 10% chance of survival. Not exactly the national title anyone wants to aspire to! Thankfully, her percentage is increasing each day, but she remains critically ill and there is still a long road ahead.

Chloe is immune compromised, making this even more frightening for her family.

Chloe is a Teacher Aide at Alexandra Primary School and has previously volunteered as a firefighter, always someone who has given her time to help others.

Now, her family needs to help her.

Her mum is by her side in Auckland and may need to remain there for weeks or months, facing significant accommodation, travel and living costs while being unable to work. When Chloe is strong enough, we also hope her two children can travel to see their mum.

Funds raised will help cover these unexpected costs and keep Chloe’s family close throughout her recovery.

Every donation, share and message of support means more than we can say❤️