Help Chloe fight her biggest battle

$18,878 donated

Given by 302 generous donors in 4 weeks

We have created this Givealittle page to help ease the financial pressure on the family during this incredibly difficult and uncertain time

Glen Oroua, Manawatū-Whanganui Region

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On the 12th of October, Kathy received the phone call that no parent ever wants to receive. Her beautiful 17-year-old daughter, Chloe, had been involved in a serious accident on Himatangi Beach.

Chloe was airlifted to Wellington Hospital by rescue helicopter, suffering multiple skull fractures and a bleed on her brain. She was rushed into emergency surgery to relieve the pressure on her brain.

Chloe now faces the fight of her life.

Anyone who knows Chloe knows what an incredibly strong, fit and determined young woman she is. She has a heart of gold, and her kind, caring and loving nature touches everyone lucky enough to know her.

If anyone has the strength and determination to face this battle, it's Chloe. And she won't be facing it alone.

As Chloe begins what could be a long and challenging road to recovery, her parents, Kathy and Kevin, need to be by her side, focusing all their energy on supporting their beautiful girl.

No family should have to worry about finances when their child is fighting for her life.

Any donation, no matter how big or small, will make a difference. If you're unable to donate, sharing this page and keeping Chloe and her family in your thoughts means just as much.

Let's rally around Chloe, Kathy and Kevin and show them just how much love and support they have behind them.

Keep fighting, Chloe. We're all behind you. ❤️

Rebecca Hodson's involvement (page creator)

Kathy is a dear friend who is the first person to help others in need.

Use of funds

All funds raised will go towards helping Kathy and Kevin with travel, accommodation, time away from work and any other expenses involved in being there for Chloe throughout her recovery

❤️ Chloe Update – ABI Rehab, Here We Come!!!! 🎉 12 November 2026

**Posting on behalf of family**

It's been a great week for Chloe, and we are so excited to share that she is finally on her way to ABI Rehab, where the real recovery work can begin! ❤️

Chloe continues to be talkative, her food intake has increased, and she is in great spirits.

Infection: Things appear to be under control! Her antibiotics are now able to be given in tablet form. This is a huge step forward and has made the move to rehab possible!

Eye: An MRI was completed just before leaving the hospital as doctors are still trying to understand why her right eye remains heavy and isn't functioning properly. So far, there are no clear answers, but we're hopeful the MRI results will shed some light.

Hand: A repeat X-ray has confirmed that her hand is still broken. For now, it will remain in a splint while they monitor its progress, although we suspect further surgery may be needed down the track.

Brain: Chloe's brain is still busy healing. Short-term memory continues to be a challenge, but encouragingly, she has retained her vocabulary and many everyday skills.

We know rehab will bring its own challenges, and the road to recovery is still a long one, but we are so grateful to have reached this milestone.

From those terrifying first days to seeing Chloe chatting away, eating more and getting ready to tackle rehab, the progress has been incredible.

One step at a time, our girl. You've already come so far, and we couldn't be prouder! 🥰❤️

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