Hello, my name is Rafaella, and I’m writing this with a heavy heart.

I'm creating this GoFundMe for my amazing mom, Loida, who is now battling cancer once again — this time, it has spread to her bones.

She was first diagnosed with brain and lung cancer in 2021. After going through chemo and various treatments, she was declared cancer-free. But unfortunately, the cancer came back, and now her condition is much more serious. Doctors have told us that there’s not much time left and that further treatments would only worsen her quality of life.

Despite everything, my mom remains incredibly strong. She continues to smile, joke, and uplift everyone around her — always putting others first, even when she’s in pain. Her courage and resilience are beyond anything I can describe.

One of her final wishes is to return to the Philippines to see her mother and family one last time. She hasn’t been able to visit them in years, and given her condition, this is something that means the world to her. Unfortunately, between medical bills and day-to-day expenses, we simply can’t afford the cost of this trip without help.

That’s why I’m asking — as difficult as it is — for your support. Any amount, no matter how small, will go toward helping her see her family and covering medical-related expenses. And if you’re unable to give, we’d still be so grateful for your prayers and shares.

This is one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to face, and I thank you from the bottom of my heart for your kindness, love, and support. ❤