AN Irishwoman is fighting for her life in Spain after suffering a cardiac arrest on her “first family holiday in 20 years.”
Joan is now in an induced coma and on a ventilator receiving intensive care at a hospital in the popular sunshine spot.
Her condition is critical and showing no signs of improvement.
Debbie, who is a lifelong family friend, has launched a fundraiser to help Joan’s family with the financial burden of bringing her back to Ireland.
She wrote: “I am reaching out with an urgent appeal on behalf of our dear Joan who is currently fighting for her life far from home.
“While on her first family holiday in over 20 years, a well-deserved break she was so excited for, Joan tragically suffered a cardiac arrest.
“She is now in a hospital in Spain in an induced coma and on a ventilator receiving intensive care.
“Her condition is critical and showing no signs of improvement.”
Doctors have said the only way for Joan to return to Ireland to continue her medical treatment is via a medical plane, the costs of which are “well beyond” what Joan’s family can afford.
Debbie continued: “In addition to the cost of the medical flight her daughters are facing mounting expenses just to remain by her side in Spain during this nightmare.
“It is now peak season as people would be well aware and accommodation alone is costing a crazy amount and that is without food, travel to and from the hospital and time away from their own jobs.
“I am asking for your help to raise €50,000 to cover the urgent cost of the medical plane and to support the family during this incredibly difficult time.
“Joan’s travel insurance is refusing to pay for a medical flight home and will only pay a certain per cent towards the cost if she can walk onto the plane in the care of a doctor.”
‘SUCH A LOVELY WOMAN’
The fundraiser was created two days ago, with a set target of raising €50,00.
Some €28,505 has been raised so far with over 557 donations.
Debbie added: “Anyone who knows Joan, knows she is such a lovely, funny, selfless woman who would help anyone in need.
“But now it is her time of need and she needs as much help as possible to bring her home.
“Every donation, no matter how big or small will make a difference.
“If you are unable to donate please consider sharing our appeal and keeping Joan in your thoughts and prayers.
“Your support will be very much appreciated to help bring our Joan home.”
Joan is now in a hospital in Spain in an induced coma[/caption]
