Ivonne Brenes Ovares

Ivonne Brenes Ovares is a passionate advocate for families caring for terminally ill patients and children with serious illnesses in Costa Rica. Recently, she gained media attention for her heartfelt response to President Rodrigo Chaves regarding the urgent need for a legislative project aimed at facilitating state subsidies for caregivers. During her visit to Casa Presidencial, she expressed her frustration over the government's failure to address the financial hardships faced by families who have not received necessary support since August. Brenes emphasized the humanitarian aspect of the issue, highlighting the struggles many families endure without adequate financial assistance for caregiving.