Help Gloria On Her Path to Wellness

$5,205 of $17,000 goal
Given by 15 generous donors in 5 weeks

Gloria has suffered from mental health issues and is now reaching out for help to end her addictions and get back on the path to wellness.

Wellington

Gloria is a creative, passionate individual with many dreams for the future. She loves taking photos of nature and has had some success and recognition as an amateur photographer. Digital illustration is another passion of hers, and she will spend many hours creating her art.

Throughout her life, Gloria has been diagnosed with many things; anorexia, depression, psychosis and most recently borderline personality disorder. At the age of 22, she is self-medicating in an attempt to deal with the past ten years of mental illness and trauma. This has led to a crippling dependency that will lead to more suffering if it isn't addressed - and soon.

Gloria has given everything within her means a go; she has been to therapy and counselling within the public mental health system for many years but unfortunately due to how stretched the public system is they are simply unable to offer the consistent support required and coping skills and learning needed for her to see her through this and get back on track.

The type of support that Gloria needs can best be found outside of the public system, but unfortunately is prohibitively expensive. Given her inability to work, and the fact that it is well beyond the means of her family and loved ones, she is now reaching out for help.

Shelley Reid's involvement (page creator)

Mother to Gloria.

Use of funds

The funds are for a five-week stay at a residential facility that provides 24/7 care. Excess money will be used for travel and accommodation costs for family support. If the goal is not met the funds will be used for outpatient care from the facility.

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Darkest day of the year  24 June 2018

Dear Supporters,

As we all have reached the longest day of the year, it seems timely to wish everyone who has accompanied Gloria on this path, the warmth of the returning sunlight. All the donations together have provided manifest love and encouragement.

With all the surrounding goodness, we both sense a change and a hopefulness that is guiding us to health and wellbeing. Walking through the long dark night of the soul journey willed on by the strength of others connects us to a powerful source .

Blessings from us both.

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Latest donations

Jenny and Peter
Jenny and Peter on 02 Jun 2018
Love to Gloria xx
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Shelley Reid

With the support of family and friends a lonely path can seem that little bit more possible. Gloria was overwhelmed by the support that she received.

Shelley Reid
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 30 May 2018
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Shelley Reid

Many thanks for your generosity, Gloria was overwhelmed that someone out of the blue would choose to help her, knowing that people understand and support her with her struggle helps to give strength.

Shelley Reid
Isana
Isana on 30 May 2018
Dear Glo, thank you for your courage! Sending you much love on your journey towards health and wholeness in your life! My thoughts and wishes are with you.
$1,000
kirsty
kirsty on 29 May 2018
Its not much but I hope this helps to get you to where you need to be . x
$20
Shelley Reid

With the support of family and friends a lonely path can seem that little bit more possible. Gloria was overwhelmed by the support that she received.

Shelley Reid
Zoe
Zoe on 27 May 2018
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This campaign started on 22 May 2018 and ended on 30 Jun 2018.