Carer of 11-year-old girl who lost entire family in car crash reveals how she's 'navigating her loss'
Those caring for a young schoolgirl who was left orphaned in heartbreaking circumstances have issued an update on how she's doing.
Back in July, Shane Roller, his partner Shannen Morgan, and two of their daughters, Lillie and Rubie, died in a car crash in West Yorkshire, UK.
The family's vehicle collided with a motorcycle, sadly killing both bike riders as well.
Poppie wasn't in the car at the time of the ordeal and has since been left without any parents and siblings.
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A GoFundMe page was set up for the 11-year-old afterwards to help pay for the young girl's immediate needs, and now over £400,000 has been raised.
In an update shared to the fundraiser earlier this month, it was confirmed that Poppie has recently returned to school 12-weeks on from her family's death.
Paul Hepple, the GoFundMe page creator, also shared some insight into how Poppie's doing.
Discussing the staggering amount of money that's been raised for Poppie, Paul wrote: "I want to mention that not a single penny of the funds has been touched yet. GoFundMe is currently awaiting the transfer instructions, and after careful consideration, it has been decided that every single penny will go into a trust fund for Poppie, this ensures that your incredible generosity will continue to support her long into the future.
"Her aunt Faye has been added as the beneficiary to handle the funds, and she will transfer them to the trust fund."
He went on to say that the 11-year-old girl is 'doing as well as can be expected under the circumstances'.
"She has bravely returned to school and, although she was nervous at first, she is slowly settling in," the update went on.
"She is receiving therapy at school, which is helping her navigate her loss. Poppie and her Aunt, Faye, have also received invaluable support from Brake, the road safety charity, who have been instrumental in helping them manage the legal side of things and providing guidance."
On behalf of Poppie's aunt, Paul wrote that she wished to thank the Barnsley Mental Health Support Team, Compass Be, for its help, as well as other organizations that have assisted them.
The update concluded: "Thank you all from the bottom of my heart for your continued kindness, patience, and support. Your generosity has not only secured Poppie’s future but has also brought light during a very dark time."
If you have experienced a bereavement and would like to speak with someone in confidence, contact The Compassionate Friends on (877) 969-0010.
Niamh Shackleton