Update On Hayley's Progress
11 September 2024Morena Hayley Friends and Supporters
Hayley and Family arrived home on 2 September and are settling back into school and life in NZ.
I have attached a photo of Hayley taking her first steps in New Zealand, and I hope that you all feel as proud as I do of the contribution, we collectively made to support Anna's choice of a better life for Hayley than what was offered in New Zealand.
As I have mentioned in other posts the outcome of this surgery is beyond what we expected. I met with Anna on the weekend, and she told me that as a family they could not have asked for a better surgeon or better care than what they received at Shriners. We thank them from the bottom of our hearts for the aroha they showed the entire family during Hayley's four-month admission.
Hayley and Lucy left a huge mark on the Greenville community. The Lions wrapped themselves around the family and provided incredible support for them all. Before the family left, they thanked Anna for having the opportunity to support a small girl from New Zealand. After COVID the Lions felt they had kind of lost their way. Hayley's cause gave them a purpose and they hope to continue this by supporting other families at Shriners.
Hayley and Lucy also captured the hearts of the team at the YMCA where the girls did swimming lessons. Check out Hayley's Facebook page to see a piece by the local news station that aired just as they left.
I will continue with updates over the coming months.
Thank you all
Jo