Help Us Honor the Legacy of Luz Peraza

Help Us Honor the Legacy of Luz Peraza

Our beloved Luz Peraza was a strong, resilient woman who, at just 86 years old, spent the past two years in and out of the hospital bravely battling pneumonia and sepsis. Despite her incredible will to live and fight, she faced unimaginable obstacles both from her illnesses and the healthcare system.

Since April 2024, Luz’s care was met with heartbreaking neglect. Doctors refused to treat her, citing her age as an excuse, claiming she was nearing the end of her life. Being 86 years old should never have been a reason to deny her proper care. Their words were as cruel as their actions, repeatedly sending her home under hospice care with minimal support. The hospice team failed to provide essential supplies, medication, or compassionate care, leaving her family to do everything possible to ensure her comfort and dignity.

Even when a hospice nurse declared she would pass within three days, Luz proved them wrong. She fought valiantly, defying everything. But her health continued to decline, and her suffering grew.

In her final days, Luz was admitted to the ICU with sepsis and pneumonia. Yet again, doctors refused to treat her labeling her as “too old” to receive proper care. It was only after her family demanded action that they began treatment just one day before she passed. This experience left our family heartbroken and questioning whether enough was done to save her life.

Luz leaves behind two sons, three daughters, and a family devastated by her loss. We are now faced with funeral costs and other related expenses as we strive to honor her memory in the way she deserves.

Luz’s story is one of strength, resilience, and love. She fought for her life until the very end, and now we ask for your help to give her the farewell she deserves.

Any contribution, no matter how small, will go directly toward covering funeral expenses and supporting her family during this difficult time. If you’re unable to donate, please consider sharing this page to help spread the word.

Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and support as we honor the legacy of Luz Peraza.

With gratitude,

The Peraza Family