Help Krystal Access Life Extending Treatment

At just 44 years old Krystal's life changed forever when she was diagnosed with pleural mesothelioma, a rare, aggressive and terminal cancer with no known cure.

What doctors first believed was a blood clot, and later an infection, turned out to be one of the rarest forms of cancer. In a matter of weeks, Krystal went from living a normal life to facing a diagnosis that no mother should ever have to hear.

There is reason to believe her illness may have been caused by years of asbestos exposure while living in a Housing Commission home, where damaged walls unknowingly released asbestos fibres into the air.

Determined to fight, Krystal recently underwent major surgery at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Sydney. Surgeons removed her right lung, the lining of her chest cavity, and the lining surrounding her heart in an effort to remove all visible cancer and give her the best possible chance.

Her journey, however, is far from over. Krystal is now preparing to begin an intensive course of radiation therapy in Sydney. Although the surgery was successful in removing the visible tumor, pleural mesothelioma is an aggressive cancer, and radiation is needed to treat any remaining microscopic cancer cells.

While there is currently no cure, advances in treatment continue to provide hope.

Emerging therapies such as proton beam therapy, available in countries including Germany, and ongoing international research into treatments like CAR-T cell immunotherapy, may offer additional options in the future, depending on Krystal's medical team and eligibility.

Unfortunately, these treatments are not readily available in Australia and can come with significant costs, including specialist consultations, overseas travel, accommodation, and treatment expenses.

As a single mother of four children, all of whom have additional needs, these costs are simply beyond Krystal's means.

Since becoming too unwell to work, she has been relying on the Disability Support Pension. After paying rent and essential household expenses, there is very little left to cover medical costs, regular travel to Sydney for treatment, accommodation during radiation, rehabilitation, and the everyday expenses of raising her family.

This fundraiser will help ease those immediate financial pressures while also giving Krystal the opportunity to pursue additional treatment options if they become available and are recommended by her specialists. As well as giving Krystal the opportunity to create memories and travel

For those who know Krystal, asking for help is completely out of character.

She has spent years giving back to her community, serving on her local school's P&C for nine years, including six years as President.

She established a Breakfast Club so no child would start the day hungry, organized community events and fundraisers, and helped raise more than $100,000 to support local children and families.

She has always been the person helping others. Now, she needs our help.

Every donation, no matter the size, will help relieve the financial burden of treatment and give Krystal the best possible opportunity to access the care she needs while allowing her to focus on what matters most her health and her children.

If you're unable to donate, sharing Krystal's story is another meaningful way to support her family.

Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and for standing beside Krystal as she faces the toughest fight of her life.