BROKEN Hill parent Chrissy Slattery has had a challenging year to say the least, standing alongside her son Adam as he battled cancer, and now raising money for her good friend Jonnah Ortega, who was diagnosed with a rare form of breast cancer just six weeks ago.

The Slattery family know all too well how challenging facing cancer can be, with the added stress of living remotely not only taking an emotional toll but a hefty financial one.