Cat Ivanfy

My involvement in Dry July started in 2018 when my godmother passed away from leukemia. My godmother would always say “I wish you didn’t drink so much.” Because of her wish I started taking part because for one month a year I could still give her what she wished for.

Last July my Mum got diagnosed with leukemia. Supporting my mum and my godmother I have seen first hand the difference funds can make to the availability of equipment and care.

The Mater has a special place in my heart, it was where I first started my nursing career, where I first started to specialize in ICU nursing and where I have met the most amazing friends. My nursing career which started at the Mater has prepared me for the journeys with both my godmother and Mum. The Mater has cared for my Mum and supported me through some rough days where I didn’t think Mum would come home. I am so grateful for all they have done to get her well enough to undergo a bone marrow transplant. This year I am raising funds to support them to get equipment to care for patients just like my Mum.

Please donate and support the hospital because they have really supported Mum and I 🧡