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On June 2nd 2010, Aida was diagnosed with a cyanotic Congenital Heart disease (Severe Ebstein’s Anomaly, Pulmonary Atresia) She was given four days to live.

On Saturday April 2010 Gillian Dupigny experienced the incredible joy of bringing two wonderful

children into this world, Aida and Akira. But well before she could have settled from the euphoria of being with her first borns, doctors broke the

bad news that any parent would dread hearing. Gillian and her husband, Lester, were told that Aida has been diagnosed with a severe case of Ebstein’s

Anamoly, a rare heart condition. The shocking and painful discovery came three days after birth. According to Gillian, in her own account of that painful journey, “It was not until 13th April, 2010 during

a routine examination of Aida, a heart murmur was discovered. She was kept at the hospital under

observation and was discharged the following day. We thought that all was well. We were wrong, approximately 3 weeks later Aida was readmitted to the

hospital. Things started to take a different turn. Aida was slowly losing her strength. On June 2nd 2010

she went into cardiac distress and was airlifted to a children’s hospital in Martinique. She was examined

by a team of specialists, and was diagnosed with a cyanotic Congenital Heart disease (Severe Ebstein’s

Anomaly, Pulmonary Atresia). The doctor told us there’s no hope, that our little daughter would be

dead within 4 days. His words were “I know what I’m saying, I wish there was something else I could say

to you, she is not going to make it so you should move on with your lives together with your other

daughter (Akira Hope Dupigny).”

Today a small committee made up of Gillian’s co-workers in the Nelson’s Dockyard has been formed to

move this cause forward. On Friday May 1, after a long and arduous search to find the institution that would best help Aida,

Gillian received a medical opinion and treatment options from the Boston Children’s Hospital. The BCH

advises that she would need US$187,687.00 for a combination of services to correct her abnormality. This does not include airfare to Boston, accommodation and subsistence while in Boston and airfare to

Barbados for VISA purposes. This accounts for an additional US$10,394.80. A fund has been started at the Dockyard branch of Antiguan bank, ECAB, in the name of Aida’s mother,

Gillian Dupigny. The account number is 121000719

We are seeking your support in helping us to reach this target so that Aida can remain with us and grow

up to be the wonderful promise that she is and to be the delightful inspiration that her mother is to all

those with whom she has come in contact.

30/11/2025

Saving Aida BBQ — Dec 13th
Falmouth Basketball Court, 11 a.m.
Every plate helps Aida get closer to her heart surgery.
Please support, share, and come out.

29/11/2025

I painted this, and I want to tell you what it means.”
These two masks show what I feel most days but can never really explain.
The yellow mask is the part of me that smiles for everyone. The part that tries to be strong, that laughs, that jokes, that says, “I’m okay,” even when my heart hurts or I’m tired from fighting. It’s the version of me people see on the outside.
The blue mask is the truth I hold inside, the pain, the fear, the moments when I cry quietly so no one worries. It’s the days when my chest feels heavy, or when I wonder how much longer I have to be strong.
I connected both masks with exposed nerves and pieces of my brain because my feelings are tangled together. Even when I’m smiling, the sadness is still connected. Even when I’m crying, I’m still trying to be brave.
Nothing is separate… it’s all happening at the same time.
This painting is me explaining how it feels to live with a heart condition, to look happy on the outside, but on the inside carry pain, worry, and hope all together.
I painted it because sometimes I don’t know how to talk about what really goes on in my mind. So I put it on paper instead.
If this painting touches you, please share it.
Every share helps tell my story, and helps me get closer to the surgery I need.
Thank you for listening to me…
and for seeing the parts of me most people don’t.”

27/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who continues to stand with Aida. Her journey is not easy, but with your prayers, love, and support, we’re still fighting. Every ticket, every bag purchased, every donation brings her one step closer to her life-saving surgery.
Please continue to stand with her, every heartbeat matters.

27/11/2025

Every Ticket Brings Us Closer

26/11/2025

“Do you know that a simple act can change a destiny?”
Did you know that just by purchasing a Saving Aida bag or a BBQ ticket, you are helping to save a life?
Every tote bag bought, every ticket purchased, brings Aida one step closer to her surgery. Your kindness becomes her strength… your support becomes her miracle.
Saving Aida BBQ
December 13th • Falmouth Basketball Court • 11AM until
Would you be part of Aida’s story today?
Your support means more than you know.

22/11/2025

Our Saving Aida BBQ is coming up on Saturday 13th December at Falmouth Basketball Court. If you haven’t gotten your ticket yet, you can still purchase one and help us get Aida closer to her life-saving surgery. If you feel led to donate towards the BBQ in any way, we would truly appreciate it more than words can say.
Thank you so much for standing with Aida and our family.

19/11/2025

Support Aida, Grab Your Bags & BBQ Tickets Today.

19/11/2025

Saving Aida Bags & BBQ Tickets Are Now on Sale.
Our Saving Aida tote bags are available for EC$25 and EC$40, and BBQ tickets for Saturday 13th December • Falmouth Basketball Court • 11 a.m. until are now ready.
Every single purchase brings us closer to Aida’s life-saving heart surgery at Boston Children’s Hospital.
Please share this post to help us reach more hearts. Your one share can make a world of difference for Aida. Message us to order your bags and secure your BBQ tickets today.

11/11/2025

One Plate Can Change a Life.
Purchase a ticket & stand with Aida.

11/11/2025

This is Aida.
Born with a congenital heart condition, some days are harder for her than others, yet she continues to push through with strength, grace, and her beautiful smile.
Her middle name is Faith, and that is exactly what keeps us going.
Her medical journey is ongoing, and we are believing that with your help, we will get her the care she needs.
We are kindly asking for your support:
• Donate
• Share her story
• Keep her in your prayers
Every act of love helps keep her faith alive.
Thank you for standing with Aida.
Donate:
GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/9e34dj-saving-aida
E-Cab:
Account #: 121000396
Name: Gillian Dupigny
PayPal:
Name: Gillian Bonit Dupigny

26/10/2025

This is my drawing.
Sometimes my heart feels like it’s being squeezed…but it’s still beating. Still fighting.
Still hoping. I may look strong on the outside, but inside I go through things that are scary… things most people never have to feel. Sometimes I feel trapped by what’s happening in my body. But every day, I choose to keep going. I choose to smile. I choose to believe that God is still holding my heart gently in His hands.
My drawing is my way of saying:
“My heart hurts… but it has not given up.”
If you feel led to help me continue this fight, you can support me here:
GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/9e34dj-saving-aida
Thank you for praying for me.
Thank you for believing with me.
Thank you for helping my heart keep beating strong.

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Falmouth

Telephone

+12687726905

Website

https://gofund.me/901016d5

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