Lucy Car, 69, lives alone in her rental in Waimea. Although she does not have family on the island, her landlord looks out for her.
She has a diagnosis of dementia, depression, congestive heart failure, diabetes and high blood pressure, but still tries to live as independently as possible. She utilizes The Kaua‘i Bus to get out of her home, but also enjoys being home in her yard or painting.
Any gift would be beneficial for Lucy.
Through Christmas Eve, The Garden Island will share daily, front-page stories about families and individuals (we don’t use their real names) facing challenges and who would appreciate a little help.
The Christmas Fund is an avenue for everyone to provide that assistance. Donations are used by Zonta Club members to purchase gift certificates that are in turn distributed to families and individuals through social-service agencies.
Each donation is accounted for and recorded. There are no administrative costs involved, and money goes directly to provide for those in need of Christmas presents and groceries.
If you hold a fundraiser for the Christmas Fund, let us know and we’ll spread the word. Anyone making a donation of $200 or more can have their picture published in TGI.
Donations may be made by way of the website, Zonta-Kaua‘i.org, or checks can be made payable to The Zonta Club of Kaua‘i Foundation, P.O. Box 3032, Lihu‘e, HI 96766.
• Darlene Day, 73, had bladder surgery this year, and also continues to deal with the side effects from a stroke she endured in 2019 that caused her unsteady gait.
On top of this, she is a breast cancer survivor. Darlene always says that her faith helps her continue on, as well as having to take care of her dog. Currently, Darlene is dealing with the loss of her husband while taking care of herself. Any gift would be beneficial for Darlene.
• Tina is a single kupuna that recently moved to Kaua‘i and has no family support. She lives on a fixed income and relies on accessing community programs to help meet her needs.
She has had some health complications in the past few years that make it difficult for her to actively engage in advocating and working to help support herself independently. This also at times leaves her feeling socially isolated from her peers and community.
Any support that might be offered would help bring her cheer and feel more connected and integrated in her new community.
