Fundraising for Parkinson's New Zealand
Rotorua, Bay Of Plenty
When my husband (Budge) was diagnosed with Parkinson's, our world shifted. To understand why it shifted so much, was the initial diagnosis of Corticobasal Degeneration (CBD), a Parkinson’s Plus disease. This particular news hit us like a storm, ushering in an abundance of uncertainty, and a lot of heartache. We cannot thank our friends and family enough for the support during this time.
However, Budge’s current diagnosis is Parkinson’s, and the CBD remains to be a differential diagnosis in the far distance. So we are not focusing on that for now. That’s a way better space to be.
The diagnosis has forged us to celebrate small and large victories, and to draw strength from each other, which helps us to navigate this difficult journey with hope, determination, and an unbreakable bond. With that said, times like these really pushes you to consider what’s important in life, and what might help our own journey. For me, helping others, helps me, and fundraising for this great cause is one of many things I can do.
Now, as we face these challenges head-on, we are so committed to make a difference. We are fundraising to support Parkinson's New Zealand and provide hope and raise awareness for others. Any and every contribution, no matter how small, brings us one step closer to help others that may endure this rocky road. Join us in this fight, and together, we can make a lasting impact. Thank you!
We think you’re awesome! 24 August 2024
Thank you for your donation. This means so so much to us. I would love for the ongoing research that is happening for Parkinson’s, that they soon find a cure. It’s just a pesky disease that impacts people both physically and mentally, and of course the carers around them.
Do you know that with all your collective efforts we raised nearly $5K! And that’s because of you!
While this GiveaLittle page is closed now, it does not mean that we stop raising awareness for Parkinson’s. We will continue to support this cause in the hope that people feel they can talk about Parkinson’s in a comfortable way.
It’s really sucks that Budge has been diagnosed, and we hope that it’s not the corticobasal degeneration (Parkinson’s Plus). Only time will tell. For now, he’s living his best life, stumbling more, but taking this all in his (wobbly) stride.
If there is anything more that has been highlighted since the diagnosis, it is to enjoy moments with people, make time for people, and reach out to those that you haven’t spoken to in a while. You’ll never get that time back, and as cliche as it sounds, life really does pass us by far too soon.
Much love to you all. X
Thanks Simon for your donation you legend! X
Thanks ever so much Jo for your donation! X
Thank you so much Cindy for your donation! X
This is beyond amazing! Thank you to the Wānaka community! How epic! Thank you thank you! ❤️
We know you too! Thanks for your generosity gal! You’re bloody awesome! X
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