Fundraising drive continues for Olivia Robb in Kernan's of Newtowncunningham

The fundraising drive for Olivia Robb is continuing in Newtowncunningham today, Saturday, at Kernan's.

Olivia Robb (nee Conlon), wife of Brendan Robb, is originally from Woodvale, Sligo, was recently diagnosed with motor neurone disease.

Friends and family members, as they were yesterday, are at the forecourt of Kernan's selling tickets today till 6pm with hampers on offer each evening for the lucky winners. The hampers were kindly donated by Kernan's.

Local councillor Paul Canning set up a GoFundMe titled ‘Help the Robb family’ in January, with almost €35,000 gathered to date. To donate to Olivia’s GoFundMe please click here

“A young Newtown family needs our help. Olivia Robb, wife of Brendan Robb, is battling Motor Neuron Disease,” Cllr Canning posted at the time. “This diagnosis has led to significant and immediate challenges for the family, emotionally, practically, and financially.

“Olivia's vibrant personality is well-known and adored by those around her. She is a great person and is an exceptional mother to her 13-year-old daughter, a young girl of huge talent and character, reflecting the best qualities of both Olivia and Brendan.

“There is no cure for this horrible disease, and as it progresses, Olivia's journey becomes increasingly difficult. Her condition now needs constant care, resulting in substantial changes to her daily life and as a result, she needs adapted transport, medical equipment and accommodation for multiple hospital appointments in Dublin.

“All this has a huge financial cost and is a stress that we as a community could hopefully help to alleviate. We greatly welcome and appreciate any donations and assistance in supporting Olivia and her family during this challenging time."