In Memory of Mandi

$9,115 of $185,000 goal
Given by 73 generous donors in around 3 months

Mandi Kingsbury's MS gave her the biggest fight of her life after a severe attack paralysed her and we still need your help.

Christchurch, Canterbury

Sadly Mandi Kingsbury has left us after living with full paralysis for two months following a severe MS attack.

Mandi lived with MS for most of her adult life and that didn't let it stop her live life to the full - that is until it stopped her in her tracks. She was brave and beautiful to the end, and leaves behind her heartbroken partner Gerry.

Mandi wasn’t insured due to her pre-existing condition, which why we still need your help and support of Mandi's GiveALittle page.

Just over three months ago she was admitted to hospital in Dubai after a relapse that left her mobility badly impaired. A follow-up severe MS attack left her completely paralysed. After two months in hospital in Dubai she was repatriated back home to NZ for further medical treatment but sadly there was no cure and on September 7 she slipped away peacefully with Gerry and her family by her side.

Her medical costs in Dubai spiralled out of control. Eg, coming home required buying 11 seats on an Airbus A380 for her stretcher and support team.

Mandi's passing has not only left Gerry heartbroken but with a huge medical bill.

Any help will be so appreciated.

Carolyn Enting's involvement (page creator)

Carolyn is a long-time friend of Mandi and has set up this page with the blessing of Mandi’s partner Gerry and her family.

Use of funds

If we don't manage to raise the full amount here, any money raised will still be used to pay for medical expenses already incurred and be paid to Mandi’s partner Gerry and her family as they continue to care for Mandi and pursue all available treatment options.

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Latest update

Huge thanks to everyone who has donated  2 November 2024

Mandi's page is now closed and we just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you all for your incredible support. The funds raised will go towards paying for Mandi's medical expenses and we are so grateful. Thank you

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M on 30 Oct 2024
Thinking of you all, it sounds like Mandi was much loved 💛
$30
Carolyn Enting

Thank you so much. Your donation is so appreciated 🙏❤️

Carolyn Enting
Marissa
Marissa on 26 Oct 2024
So sorry for your loss x
$35
Carolyn Enting

Thanks so much Marissa 🙏❤️

Carolyn Enting
Lizzie
Lizzie on 22 Oct 2024
I didn't know Mandi personally, but two close friends did. RIL Mandi. And much aroha to you, Gerry
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Carolyn Enting

Thanks so much Lizzie. So appreciated 🙏❤️

Carolyn Enting
Gail
Gail on 22 Oct 2024
$100
Carolyn Enting

Thank you so much Gail for your generous donation and support. It is so appreciated 🙏

Carolyn Enting
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 04 Oct 2024
A little love from Dubai
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Carolyn Enting

Thank you so much for your donation. It’s so appreciated 🙏❤️

Carolyn Enting

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Created by, and paying to a verified bank account of, Carolyn Enting on behalf of One of my best friends Mandi Kingsbury who is paralysed.
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This campaign started on 30 Jul 2024 and ended on 30 Oct 2024.