I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude and share an update about my journey over the past months.
In August 2024, I underwent multiple brain surgeries at the National University Hospital (NUH) in Singapore having suffered from a life threatening brain aneurysm. This was a …
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An Update from Esther Grace (April 2025)
Dear Family, Friends, and Well-Wishers,
I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude and share an update about my journey over the past months.
In August 2024, I underwent multiple brain surgeries at the National University Hospital (NUH) in Singapore having suffered from a life threatening brain aneurysm. This was a life-changing and deeply challenging event. After the surgery, I had to return to the Philippines as I was unable to work in Singapore and had to focus on my recovery and rehabilitation.Â
Even though I was surrounded by the love and support of my family, the past months have not been easy. To recover my strength and dexterity, I have required ongoing medical care, including hospitalizations, regular doctor consultations, medications, and intensive physiotherapy.Â
All of this has placed a heavy financial burden on my family. In addition, to my original medical expenses which exceed $50,000 SGD in unpaid medical bills from the National University Hospital (NUH) I faced expenses in the Philippines which I am committed to slowly paying back over time.
Throughout this period, my two sons, my brother, my ageing mother, my wider family and my friends have been tirelessly supporting me – understandably, this ongoing strain has taken a toll on them emotionally, physically, and financially. My young grandson, now just 7 years old and beginning primary school, also has growing needs and expenses for his education.
I am grateful that my employer in Singapore — where I worked for 7 wonderful years — has continued to assist me by sending financial support for my daily expenses.Â
It is my deepest wish to regain my independence, return to Singapore, resume employment, and once again provide for my family and rebuild the life that was so suddenly interrupted last year.
With the kindness and generosity of many, a fundraiser was set up to help me with these overwhelming costs. Thanks to your incredible support, we have already raised over $6,000 SGD.Â
I am deeply humbled and thankful. My hope is to continue making progress towards my $10,000 fundraising goal, which will greatly ease the burden of my ongoing medical debts and recovery journey.
Thanks to God’s grace, the dedication of my family, and the prayers and encouragement of friends like you, I am making steady progress. Every day brings new strength and renewed hope.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you for standing by me. Your love, support, and prayers mean more than I can ever express. I look forward to the day when I can once again live and work in the country I love — Singapore — and embrace a new chapter with strength and gratitude.
With love and deep gratitude,
Esther Grace AlcuizarÂ
A Life-Altering Tragedy Far from Home
Grace has been part of Malinda’s family for 8 years and cared for his son, Devonne since he was two. Unfortunately, she recently suffered multiple brain bleeds and the cost of the life-saving treatment exceeds $100,000. Your help is needed to fund the life-saving procedures for Grace and help her recover.
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, Grace suffered a life-altering ruptured brain aneurysm. After multiple surgeries, she faces a long, uncertain road to recovery and the prospect of never regaining her independence. With medical bills exceeding $100,000 and her inability to work, Grace and her vulnerable family are in dire need of financial support as they depend on her for their living expenses.
Ray of Hope is raising $112,038.50* to cover the hospital expenses and provide her loved ones with critical funds for survival in place of her lost income. Your contribution will help ease their overwhelming burden, ensure Grace receives the care she needs, and keep her family afloat during this unimaginably difficult time.
*Update (5 February 2025): The goal has been adjusted to $20,000 following recent updates of Grace’s recovery progress.
Personal Appeal from Grace’s Employer, Malinda
Grace has been part of the family for almost 8 years and is very close to our son Devonne. Sadly, due to this tragedy, she had to be repatriated back following a life-threatening brain bleed and unpaid medical bills.Â
The cost of the multiple life-saving procedures for Grace exceeds $100,000, and we need your help raising funds to settle the cost of hospital bills and living expenses until she can work again.Â
Grace has been an unwavering pillar of support for our family during the past few years, keeping us grounded through challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, medical procedures for two of us, and a difficult divorce. Sadly, Grace suffered a brain aneurysm and was hospitalised for over a month and is not strong enough to continue work. We now have medical costs of over $100,000 in hospital bills and further recovery fees. This mountain of bills wipes out all the savings which we had put aside for her.Â
Grace has two sons in the Philippines and was sending them money every month for food and other living expenses. I am appealing to your generosity to raise funds for Grace to cover her hospital bills and allow her to focus on her recovery. It is likely she may not be able to work for at least a year.
Please help Grace overcome this tragic incident and give her a helping hand to rebuild her life, which was shattered as a result of this incident.
The Day Everything Changed
Tragedy struck on July 22 when Grace complained of severe headache and dizziness before collapsing on the floor. Rushed to the hospital, she was diagnosed with a life-threatening brain aneurysm.Â
Grace underwent emergency aneurysm coiling surgery to stop the bleeding in her brain. However, on August 7, her aneurysm ruptured again, requiring another critical operation. While she has survived, Grace now faces a long road to recovery. She can recognize familiar faces and make basic responses but is unable to speak or perform daily activities independently. Doctors expect she will need full-time care for at least a year and may never fully regain physical independence.Â
Facing Mounting Financial Burdens
As a foreign worker, Grace’s medical treatment in Singapore is prohibitively expensive for her family. Her hospital bills have exceed $101,238.50. Grace was repatriated to the Philippines on August 28 with help from the Singapore Red Cross and Philippines Red Cross to continue her recovery back home.
Grace’s family in the Philippines depended on her income to make ends meet and cannot provide for her current needs. Grace was supporting her elderly mother and two teenage sons who are still schooling, one of whom works odd jobs to support his young child. Without her monthly contribution, they are deeply concerned about how they will provide for themselves while caring for Grace.Â
Providing Hope and Relief in Desperate Times
Your generosity will help cover Grace’s substantial medical bills in Singapore and provide her family with the equivalent of her lost wages over the next 12 months as she recovers. This will allow them to focus on supporting Grace without the crushing burden of financial strain.Â
Please join us in standing with Grace and her family during this unimaginably challenging time. Your contribution, no matter the amount, will help relieve their overwhelming financial stress, provide critical care for Grace, and keep food on the table for her loved ones as they navigate this heartbreaking situation far from home.Â
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April 29, 2025
An Update from Esther Grace
Dear Family, Friends, and Well-Wishers, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude and share an update about my journey over the past months. In August 2024, I underwent multiple brain surgeries at the National University Hospital (NUH) in Singapore having suffered from a life threatening brain aneurysm. This was a life-changing and……
Read more
February 5, 2025
Update: Esther's Recovery Progress
Dear Donors, As we approach the close of this campaign, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your generosity and support in Grace’s recovery journey. We are happy to share that Grace has made a strong recovery. She is now able to perform household tasks in her home and communicate well. She has also……
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Updates
An Update from Esther Grace
Apr 29, 2025
Dear Family, Friends, and Well-Wishers,
I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude and share an update about my journey over the past months.
In August 2024, I underwent multiple brain surgeries at the National University Hospital (NUH) in Singapore having suffered from a life threatening brain aneurysm. This was a life-changing and deeply challenging event. After the surgery, I had to return to the Philippines as I was unable to work in Singapore and had to focus on my recovery and rehabilitation.Â
Even though I was surrounded by the love and support of my family, the past months have not been easy. To recover my strength and dexterity, I have required ongoing medical care, including hospitalizations, regular doctor consultations, medications, and intensive physiotherapy.Â
All of this has placed a heavy financial burden on my family. In addition, to my original medical expenses which exceed $50,000 SGD in unpaid medical bills from the National University Hospital (NUH) I faced expenses in the Philippines which I am committed to slowly paying back over time.
Throughout this period, my two sons, my brother, my ageing mother, my wider family and my friends have been tirelessly supporting me – understandably, this ongoing strain has taken a toll on them emotionally, physically, and financially. My young grandson, now just 7 years old and beginning primary school, also has growing needs and expenses for his education.
I am grateful that my employer in Singapore — where I worked for 7 wonderful years — has continued to assist me by sending financial support for my daily expenses.Â
It is my deepest wish to regain my independence, return to Singapore, resume employment, and once again provide for my family and rebuild the life that was so suddenly interrupted last year.
With the kindness and generosity of many, a fundraiser was set up to help me with these overwhelming costs. Thanks to your incredible support, we have already raised over $6,000 SGD.Â
I am deeply humbled and thankful. My hope is to continue making progress towards my $10,000 fundraising goal, which will greatly ease the burden of my ongoing medical debts and recovery journey.
Thanks to God’s grace, the dedication of my family, and the prayers and encouragement of friends like you, I am making steady progress. Every day brings new strength and renewed hope.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you for standing by me. Your love, support, and prayers mean more than I can ever express. I look forward to the day when I can once again live and work in the country I love — Singapore — and embrace a new chapter with strength and gratitude.
With love and deep gratitude,
Esther Grace AlcuizarÂ
Update: Esther's Recovery Progress
Feb 5, 2025
Dear Donors,
As we approach the close of this campaign, we want to express our deepest gratitude for your generosity and support in Grace’s recovery journey.
We are happy to share that Grace has made a strong recovery. She is now able to perform household tasks in her home and communicate well. She has also spoken with Malinda several times, which is a reassuring sign of her progress.
Malinda has been contributing whatever he can to reduce the outstanding arrears on Grace’s behalf, which have now decreased significantly to $76,000. As he continues working towards settling the full amount, we are adjusting the campaign goal to $20,000 to support him in this effort.
Your donations will help cover the costs of Grace’s surgical procedure, lab tests, and medication, bringing her one step closer to easing the financial burden as she works toward a fresh start. Grace hopes to return to work in Singapore, while Malinda considers her readiness and capacity to resume her role in his household. Nonetheless, the weight of the remaining medical debt continues to be a pressing concern for both of them as they prepare for the next chapter.
Thank you for being a part of Grace’s journey toward healing and stability.
Sincerely,
The Ray of Hope Team
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