Chronic renal failure |
Mya
After a two year wait Mya received her long awaited new kidney on 18 February 2009 from a generous 'private' donor and the Tamatea family was finally able to return home to Wanganui in April 2009.
To help celebrate the end of two years worth of treatment, Mya and her family were treated to a surprise trip of a lifetime. The whole family were taken on an 8 day trip to Hong Kong (made possible by many sponsors including Kidney Kids, NZ Children's Transplant Support Trust, Southern Stars Foundation and Cathay Pacific to name a few) where the highlight for Mya was definitely Disneyland.
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Acute myloid leukaemia |
Billie
Sadly Billee's treatment regime did not beat the disease and she began receiving palliative care back home in Paihia in early 2009.
Billee's greatest wish was to enjoy a family holiday with her Mum and Dad. Thanks to the Make-a-Wish Foundation, her wish was granted urgently and the family embarked on their holiday in June 2009, travelling around the North Island to visit her family and friends.
The trip happened just in time for Billee, who lost her fight with Acute Myloid Leukaemia in September 2009. She passed away while at home with her Mum Saff and Dad Stephen.
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Biliary Atresia (affects liver)
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Blake
Blake's health has continued to go from strength to strength despite ongoing issues with a blocked portal vein. His new liver is working well and he continues to develop just like any other 3 year old.
Blake and his Mum made a few visits to the House during 2009, just for regular check ups where they have enjoyed checking in with some old friends at the House.
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Diaphragramtic hernia (left side of the diaphragm isn't formed) |
Eva
The Mitchell family continues to be one of our longest stay families, having spent over 400 nights with us to date. Due to Eva's health issues, the family have been residing with us permanently since June 2009 as Eva requires daily hospital care.
"No one really knows what to do for her, but I am grateful for the effort the doctors are putting in to helping Eva. Eva is just like any other 2 year old, she has a great personality and tenacity for life, I cherish every day we have with her" says Mum Tiffany.
"Our girls know this House better than their own home now and the staff are their family. We count our blessings that we have a place like this and their support while Eva's journey continues."
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