December 17th 2024.
Patricia, a loving grandmother from the UK, had been eagerly anticipating her trip to Florida with her two sons and grandson. It was meant to be a special three-week holiday, a chance for her to return to her happy place at Disney World for the 21st time. She had been saving up for four long years for this trip, and nothing was going to stop her from enjoying it to the fullest.
However, just before they could reach the theme park, Patricia's health took a turn for the worse. She collapsed in her hotel bathroom, and it was soon discovered that she was suffering from chronic pulmonary disease. She was rushed to Orlando's Dr. P. Phillips Hospital, where she has been fighting for her life ever since. The cost of her medical treatment and the daunting task of bringing her back to the UK has placed a heavy financial burden of at least £80,000 on her family.
Her daughter Emma, who now lives and works in Manchester, shared on a GoFundMe page that her mother's condition has only worsened in the hospital. She is now battling a second bout of bacterial pneumonia and has also developed blood clots in her legs. On top of that, she is also dealing with a gastrointestinal bleed and mental confusion, which is heartbreaking for her family to witness.
Emma also revealed that her mother had made the risky decision to travel to the US without travel insurance due to the high cost of the trip. She had been quoted a price of £3-6,000 for insurance, which she could not afford on top of the already expensive trip. Emma had tried to persuade her mother not to go, given her health issues, but Patricia was determined to make this final trip to Florida.
Unfortunately, Patricia's health took a turn for the worse, and she now requires continuous oxygen to maintain her blood-oxygen levels, which have been fluctuating between 80-90%. She may also be experiencing symptoms of mental confusion. Emma is now by her mother's side, trying to support her through this difficult time. She shared that her parents had always loved visiting Florida, and it was their favorite family destination. Patricia had been going back as often as her health allowed, but this would be her last trip due to her declining health.
Now, Emma and her family are facing an impossible situation. They are fundraising to cover the cost of bringing Patricia back home, so she can receive the necessary care surrounded by her loved ones. However, the cost is estimated to be around £138,500, and even the cheaper option of accompanying medical care on a commercial flight would cost around £11-15,000. Emma and her family are doing everything they can to make it happen, but the financial burden is too much for them to bear alone.
It is a heartbreaking situation for Emma and her family, who only want to see their mother and grandmother back home in the UK. They are grateful for any support and help they can get to bring Patricia back and give her the care she needs. Patricia's love for Florida and her determination to make this final trip despite her health issues is a testament to her strength and independence. She has always been a loving and devoted mother, and it is now her family's turn to take care of her and bring her back home safely.
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