Nearly a month after Emily Willis was hospitalized following an apparent OD, the adult film star’s family has launched a GoFundMe to help pay for medical expenses.
Willis was previously transported to a medical facility in Thousand Oaks, California after a call for service reported of possible OD. Sources stated that she was placed in the ICU, but her condition was unknown at the time.
The 25-year-old adult film star was notably at a celebrity rehab facility in Malibu before the OD incident. She was there for addiction treatment.
The GoFundMe by Willis’ family is now seeking $60,000 to cover the medical costs. “With hearts heavier than we ever imagined possible, we find ourselves reaching out for support and care for our beloved Emily Willis,” the GoFundMe’s description reads.
Emily Willis’ family also described her as a cherished daughter, sister, and a beacon of light in the lives of all who know her. “Recently, Emily’s world, and ours, was turned upside down when she was admitted to the hospital, marking the beginning of an incredibly tough and unforeseen battle. With every ounce of her remarkable strength and bravery, Emily is fighting.”
It was further revealed that Willis’ path to recovery stretches far ahead of her and requires a lot of care. “The weight of this position extends beyond the emotional and physical; it bears down upon us financially. With mounting medical bills, the necessities of travel, all while the regular flow of life’s expenses continue.”
All Funds From GoFundMe Will Go Towards Emily Willis’ Recovery
Emily Willis’ family further revealed exactly where the funds from the GoFundMe will go towards. Even with insurance, medical bill costs continue to be a problem for the 25-year-old’s family.
“The gap in coverage leaves us facing significant out-of-pocket expenses for treatments,” Willis’ family pointed out. “And medications essential to Emily’s recovery.”
Along with the medical expenses, the funds will go towards travel and accommodations for Emily Willis’ family. “To ensure Emily is never alone, we’re committed to being by her side,” her family stated. “Which means securing a temporary home far away from our personal home to be with her in the hospital.”
Willis’ family went on to add that no donation is too small to help her get through everything. “Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers to give her the strength for recovery,” they added.
Since its launch, the GoFundMe has raised over $20,000 from nearly 270 donors.