Community rallies to support woman battling terminal cancer

Waipukurau is rallying around Suzanne Jordan, a beloved member of the community, as she faces a terminal battle with metastatic breast cancer. Friends and former colleagues have launched a fundraiser to help extend her life, a cause that gained urgency after Jordan confided in a friend about her fears of dying.

Jordan, who dedicated 20 years of service as a Waipukurau St John ambulance officer, has been diagnosed with cancer that has spread to her bones, lungs, and liver. The community's response highlights the deep impact she has had, with many now stepping up to support her in her time of need.

The fundraiser aims to provide treatment options that could prolong Jordan's life. The initiative was sparked by her friend, Jacqui Cudby, who felt compelled to act after Jordan shared her anxieties about her prognosis. This outpouring of support underscores the strong bonds within the Waipukurau community and their commitment to caring for their own.

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I didn’t know how to die.