Kate Winslet gave $20,000 to help a mom and her disabled daughter pay their soaring energy bills
Carolynne Hunter told BBC News:"When I heard about the money I just burst into tears — I thought it wasn't even real. I'm still thinking is this real?"The family rely on help from at least two nurses and care workers, who monitor Freya's heart rate and oxygen levels and conduct regular suctioning to ensure her airways remain clear.
"We're still freezing and we're not even at minus temperatures yet," said Carolynne Hunter, per BBC Scotland."I am nipping at the staff not to put the heating on unless it's necessary." In recent months, the 49-year-old mother has sought to highlight the challenges faced by people like her struggling to fund vital medical care for their children amid soaring inflation and energy bills.
She told BBC Scotland:"I didn't speak out to get donations but at the same time I have to make sure that Freya is OK." While grateful for the actress's donation, she thinks the Scottish and UK governments should take more responsibility:"I'm going to be helped but what about everyone else? I wanted the government to pay for it and do the right thing – it shouldn't have to be a celebrity that steps in."Sign up for notifications from Insider! Stay up to date with what you want to know.
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