‘The Only Hope’ – Family Appeal For Urgent Funds Needed To Save Daughter’s Life

Neuroblastoma is a rare form of cancer that develops solely in infants and young children.

Robyn Smyth was only 3-year-olds when she was diagnosed with the childhood disease, and much to the joy of her parents, Bernadette and Leighton, she received the all clear in 2009.

Having beat the cancer, Robyn spent the last four years in remission, making her First Holy Communion at the beginning of the summer.

However on the 9th of July Robyn, now 9-years-old, had a relapse.

Robyn on her Communion day with Mum, Bernadette and Dad, Leighton.

The little girl, from Whitehall in Dublin, was hospitalized in Our Lady's Hospital for Sick Children, Crumlin but now needs live saving treatment, only available in the US.

The Specialist treatment comes at a costly price, €700,000 in total is needed. Robyn's devastated parents are desperate to raise the funds, calling it their ‘only hope.’

Half of the sum must be gathered before treatment can even be considered.

Friends and family of Bernadette and her partner Leighton, are desperately trying to rally round and help raise the initial €350,000.

Strictly Come Dancing will be held in the Wright Venue, Swords on 26th October. With entertainment, spot prizes and men in sparkly satin shirts, it’s one not to be missed.

A show of support: Dancers prepare to take to the stage.

Tickets cost €20 each and anyone who wants to make a contribution can do so by visiting Robynslife.com.

Donations can also be made to the Robyn’s Life Trust, AIB Acc: 21417099, Sort-Code: 93-23-53.