More time with Mum

$8,155 of $50,000 goal
Given by 102 generous donors in around 6 months

I can’t imagine life without her.

Auckland

My Mum is dying. My protector, role model, rock and my guide. Prognosis is terminal and without treatment, she has only 3-6 months left with us. Mum has an extremely rare mutation of the genes causing cancer (B-RAF). There is a non-funded drug treatment that can buy her another 3-5 years with my brother, Dad and I, but it is very expensive. These drugs (Cobimetinib and Vemurafenib) slows down and stops the mutation, and when that happens, the cancer starts dying.

Mum has always taught us to look on the bright side of things. Even in her deteriorating health, she still says life is too short to be sad or angry. She's tough and the most resilient person I know, but without this drug, she wont be around to see my brother and I graduate or raise families of our own.

No matter the amount, anything you can donate is appreciated and received with love.

Nicole Issel's involvement (page creator)

Alicia is my mother, my rock, my inspiration and the best role model that a daughter could ask for.

Use of funds

Money will be used to purchase a non-funded course of drugs, recommended by our oncologist which will extend Mums life expectancy. At present Mum has 3-6 months, but these drugs will give her 3-5 years. It would make a huge difference to us as a family.

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Cindy
Cindy on 29 May 2020
Thanks Alicia for being such an amazing teacher to my daughter. Your passion, your wisdom and your love be will be hugely missed!
$100
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 14 May 2020
$5
Roma
Roma on 06 May 2020
Keep fighting Alicia and cherish every moment with your family
$100
Guest Donor
Guest Donor on 05 May 2020
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Matt
Matt on 29 Apr 2020
Really, really sorry to hear this Nicole! My heart is with you guys and I hope your mum does get the treatment she needs! <3
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This campaign started on 22 Mar 2020 and ended on 20 Sep 2020.