The late Dionilde Povoa was from Pawtucket. The community and her family are struggling to prepare for her final days and manage her final expenses, making this news devastating. Dionilde’s daughter, Diane Granja, is fundraising for her mother’s hospice care and final arrangements. She has described their struggle due to the lack of life insurance.
Diane Granja created a GoFundMe campaign to assist with Dionilde’s end-of-life care and subsequent expenses. Her goal is to raise $5,000. Currently, $2,035 has been raised through 17 donations.
Dionilde Povoa, aged 88, was living in an in-law apartment in Diane’s home until she suffered a fall 10 days ago. The fall resulted in extensive injuries including bruised ribs, a broken shoulder, and broken facial bones. During her hospitalization, a brain tumor was discovered, initially diagnosed to allow for a 12-month prognosis. However, her condition deteriorated rapidly, reducing her life expectancy to mere days. She was moved to hospice care, where she is currently.
Diane detailed her efforts to care for her mother at home, including renovating her room and arranging for medical equipment. However, Dionilde’s increasing pain and complications necessitated her return to the hospital and subsequent transfer to hospice care. Diane is now facing the overwhelming task of managing her mother’s care and preparing for her final expenses, all while dealing with the emotional toll of impending loss.
Without life insurance and with significant expenses for cleaning and renovating Dionilde’s apartment, which remains unrented, Diane is in dire need of financial support. The fundraiser reflects a daughter’s devotion and her plea for help during this challenging time. The community has shown support, but further assistance is needed to meet the goal.
This fundraising effort underscores the financial and emotional challenges faced by families when dealing with terminal illness and the lack of insurance coverage. It highlights the importance of community support in alleviating such burdens.
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