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Cancer turned into heart failure

$3,146 donated
Given by 48 generous donors in 8 days

We are asking for help for our mama and her cancer journey, any and all donations will be greatly appreciated.

Auckland

We're reaching out with our hearts on our sleeve, asking for help for our mum, who has been fighting grade 3 breast cancer for the past 17 months.

December 2024, During Christmas time, our mum was diagnosed with two of the most rare breast cancers at the same time. Aggressive Lymphatic vascular invasion also Aggressive invasive ductal carcinoma.

After 16 rounds of chemo she had to stop treatment as it was affecting her nerves causing permanent neuropathy. This was followed by radiation and monthly hormone injections. But recently, things have become even more challenging. After having an xray for what was thought to be pneumonia, mum was told she is in irreversible heart failure, due to the chemo and radiation treatment. Her heart is now functioning at 30%, her doctors are aiming to get her to 50%.

Her partner Mike has taken time off working to care for her and their children full time. As you can imagine, this has placed a huge financial strain on the family. Bills have quickly piled up into the thousands, and the stress of making ends meet has become overwhelming on top of everything else they are going through.

We are asking, if you are able, to please support our family during this time. Any contribution, no matter how small, will go directly towards covering essential living costs, medical expenses, and helping ease the burden so they can focus on what matters most, her health and time together as a family.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts,

Pamela’s children

Alysha Barnett - smith's involvement (page creator)

My mum

Use of funds

All funds raised will go towards fuel, parking, unfunded treatment (Zoladex & Exemestane), unfunded medications (Furosemide, Candesartan cilexetil, Colecalciferol, Gabapentin, Pantorazole, Salbutamol/actuation inhaler, Fluticasone bilateral), childcare, school supplies, transportation, and living costs.

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Latest donations

Guest Donor
Guest Donor 2 days ago
Kia kaha ❤️
$20
Pamela Barnett

Thank u so much xx

Pamela Barnett
Alysha Barnett - smith

Thank you 💗

Alysha Barnett - smith
Vincent John
Vincent John 2 days ago
Pam I've been thinking so hard what to say and it's so hard seeing someone I grew up with so sick and think how strong you are and I know your got this and it's not take you yet I know and if It I had all the money in the world I would help you because you always helped me when I need it I love you so much and from the bottom of my heart please get better from my family to yours Love Vinny
$100
Pamela Barnett

I dont even know what to say U got me right in the heart strings my brother from another mother 😭 Im fighting bro and I will till my last breath Man some of the best memories are with u guys Naughty asf but still the best times Love u loads my bro Xoxox

Pamela Barnett
Alysha Barnett - smith

Wow thank you so much 🥰

Alysha Barnett - smith
Shar
Shar 2 days ago
Sending so much love xx
$50
Pamela Barnett

Thank u babe so much Miss u xx

Pamela Barnett
Alysha Barnett - smith

Thank you !! 💗

Alysha Barnett - smith
Aimee
Aimee 3 days ago
My sis I wish I could be with u lot every day
$50
Pamela Barnett

I miss you sis and I no uld be here in a heart beat no pun intended love u thank u xoxo

Pamela Barnett
Alysha Barnett - smith

We miss you and love you xx

Alysha Barnett - smith
Ashmeeta
Ashmeeta 3 days ago
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Pamela Barnett

Than u so much for donating it means so much to us take the stress load off a bit a lot xx

Pamela Barnett

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This campaign started on 3 Apr 2026 and ends on 30 Apr 2026.