
Suraya, mum of 3 , nurse, battling terminal cancer
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Please help Suraya, a mother and dedicated nurse, battling terminal cancer, requiring financial assistance for reimbursement of additional cost post family unification, ongoing living costs, and creating happy memories with her children.
Suraya is a 41-year-old mother of 3 beautiful children aged 17, 14 and 2 years, who has recently received the devastating diagnosis of terminal stage 4 cancer in her bowel, ovaries, and gastrointestinal system.
She is a valued and loved nurse, who worked tirelessly on the frontline during the COVID 19 pandemic and a wonderful, bright, and dedicated colleague and friend.
Tragically, a series of scans and investigations after the onset of severe stomach pains revealed metastatic cancer that is extensive throughout several of her major organs. With a smile on her face, and her faith behind her, Suraya is undertaking an intensive treatment plan so that she can spend as much time with her family and create as many happy memories as possible.
Originally from Kenya, Suraya moved to Australia in 2007. As a daughter and sister, she is in regular contact with her family who still reside in Kenya. Her mother has flown to Australia to support and care for her daughter and her grandchildren as everyday life becomes more difficult for Suraya.
We are raising money in the first instance to cover the airfare for Suraya's mum to travel to Australia to alleviate financial pressures. The pain she is enduring and the side effects of her treatment leaves Suraya unable to work in her beloved profession. Any money raised above the airfare will go towards paying rent to keep the family unit together for as long as possible and provide financial assistance during times of increased cost of living.
Lastly, and for her children to remember her, she is keen to create beautiful memories and would like to take the family on a short holiday whilst she is physically able.
Please support us in raising money for Suraya and her family, all donations are very gratefully received. If you are not able to contribute financially, please share this link on all your social media platforms to assist in raising awareness and donations for this beautiful family.
Organizer and beneficiary
Suraya Higham
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