A DESPERATE Paisley mum has started a crowdfunding appeal to help her severely ill daughter “enjoy the last days of her life.”

Amanda Mitchell, mum of three year old Marley, has launched the fundraiser after claiming she is “running out of options” to find suitable housing for her young family.

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Currently living in a cramped, two bedroom tenement on the town’s busy Neilston Road, the family claim the accommodation is completely unsuitable for Marley’s needs. The family claim they have been a priority on Renfrewshire Council’s housing list for two years. The family are current tenants of Paisley Housing Association. Amanda and partner Edward also have a ten year old son, Connor.

Glasgow Times: Amanda, Connor and Marley Mitchell in their living room in PaisleyAmanda, Connor and Marley Mitchell in their living room in Paisley

Little Marley suffers from multiple disabilities including epilepsy, scoliosis and respiratory problems, requiring round the clock care and medical supplies such as a feeding tube and oxygen tank. Marley requires her own room, but currently shares with her brother Connor.

Amanda said: “It’s tiny. There’s not even space to play with Marley in this flat as her equipment is quite bulky. It’s just so cramped and affecting us mentally especially throughout this pandemic as we’re having to stay safe in shielding.

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“We live one up in a small flat with loads of stairs and I can’t physically get Marley out to our back garden with her specialist pram, oxygen tank, suction machine and all of the other medical supplies she would need for going out.”

Glasgow Times: Cupboard full of treatments for MarleyCupboard full of treatments for Marley

Due to Amanda’s full-time caring responsibilities, she is unable to work. Marley requires round the clock care and assistance with sitting up, standing, breathing and repositioning. The family have explored the option of private rented accommodation but due to the substantial upfront costs, they would struggle to afford this.

Amanda added: “I know covid has played a part last year in everyone’s life’s and the community but we are running out of time. We can’t afford to go private and a few friends suggested the GoFundMe campaign to help with costs. We really are running out of options.”

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Marley was recently admitted to end of life care and her conditions are life limiting. Amanda worries that the family are running out of time to find a home suitable for Marley’s needs.

Despite the challenges the family are facing, they are extremely close, with Marley and Connor having a particularly strong bond. She said: “I honestly couldn’t do it without my partner. Marley is a Daddy’s girl. I get patched most days for him.

"The bond she has with her big brother Connor is like no other siblings and because Marley is different my son is turning into the most caring and loving little soul, she’s moulding him into a lovely young gentleman.”

Glasgow Times: The family have a close bondThe family have a close bond A spokeswoman for Renfrewshire Council said: “We are doing everything we can to support this family and continue to work with them to find a suitable property that meets their needs.

"An application for housing was lodged with the council in March 2020. Our housing officers continue to review suitable housing stock within areas requested by the applicant."

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