Helping Claire through her cancer journey with love, care, and the support she’s always given to others
Bay of Plenty
Claire and I have been best friends since we were two and a half but calling her just a best friend doesn’t quite capture it. We grew up more like sisters, sharing our childhoods, our milestones, and every piece of life in between. Now, at 47, she’s still one of the most important people in my world.
Claire is one of those rare people who brings warmth, light, and calm into every room she walks into. She lights up the room like the sun always cheerful, always lifting others up. She has spent her life caring for those around her quietly, generously, and without ever expecting anything in return. Whether it’s making someone laugh, offering a listening ear, or being the first to help, Claire shows up always.
Now, she needs us.
Claire was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and her life changed almost overnight. Within two weeks of her diagnosis, she had to stop working and begin treatment. The speed and weight of it all have been overwhelming emotionally, physically, and financially.
She is also a devoted mum to her beautiful daughter, Charly, who is her world. Everything Claire does, she does with Charly in mind. While lovingly supported by both Charly and Tim, this journey is still incredibly hard.
If you’ve been touched by her kindness, strength, or friendship please consider supporting her. Now it’s our turn to lift her.(Kindly leave messages here, not privately)
Claire is my lifelong best friend and very much part of our family.
Claire will receive the funds directly to support her through treatment and recovery. All donations will go towards essential living costs and bills. Messages left here will be read and deeply appreciated.
Thank you to everyone 22 November 2025
At Claire’s request, I will be closing the Givealittle page at the end of this month. I want to extend my deepest and most heartfelt thanks to everyone who has supported her through every donation, every prayer, every message, and every act of kindness.
Your generosity has meant more than words can express. It has eased an enormous amount of stress for Claire and her family during a time when their focus needs to be entirely on her healing and strength. Each contribution and every prayer lifted for her, has helped lighten their load and reminded them how many friends across the country are standing with them.
Claire continues to fight with the courage and determination that makes her the warrior we all know and love. Knowing that so many people have come together to support her has brought comfort, hope, and a sense of not being alone in this journey.
Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for standing beside Claire and her family. Your kindness, generosity, and prayers have made a real and meaningful difference.
Thank you so much Juliet 🥹 I really appreciate your message and support ♥️ I hope you are keeping well xx lots of love back to you
Sarina 🥹 Thank you so much x Your support and message means the world to me, I’m sending you much love back xx
Thank you so much Caroline ♥️ I really appreciate it 🥹 We had so much fun on those Chch trips! ☺️ definitely brought a smile to my face I hope you and the family are all well ❤️ xx
Thank you Kaye ♥️ I really appreciate it. I hope you and the family are all keeping well xx
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