Support the Lewis family
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A damaged spinal cord, broken vertebrae, fractured scapula and broken ribs - this is the damage to our friend Andrew Lewis, who suffered a terrible accident this week while preparing to compete in a downhill mountain bike competition.
What should have been a 'run of the mill' practice run for an upcoming race turned into tragedy when Andrew came off his mountain bike, hitting a tree head first, then landing on his back some distance from the track.
He is a father to two beautiful young girls, and loving husband to his amazing wife Shanel who need our support right now.
The road ahead
Andrew has lost the use of his legs with no feeling from his waist down. Doctors say Andrew will be in hospital for 6 months, recovering from spinal surgery and relearning the physical basics you and I take for granted.
The journey of rehabilitation will be long and hard, especially when Andy finally leaves hospital to adjust to a new way of life.
Immediate needs
This is a difficult scenario for the young self employed Brisbane sparky and his family to face. With no income coming in, a mortgage, regular living expenses and of course whatever medical expenses lie ahead, the needs are great - and we can play a part in alleviating the burden.
How you can help!
We are so thankful Andy is alive. Now we want to alleviate the heavy financial burden that this family currently face; allowing them to solely focus on Andy's rehabilitation.
We are asking for any donation, big or small, because we know how much these funds will help the Lewis family get back on their feet.
Every dollar counts!
UPDATE
Hi everyone THANKS for all you have done so far.
We have set up a Facebook page so that you can continue to send messages of support to the family and also track Andy's progress: http://facebook.com/supportthelewisfamily
GoFundMe requirments: About the account holder for this campaign.
1. Who am I? My name is Philip Sheen
2. Where am I from: Brisbane, QLD Australia
3. My relationship to Andy Lewis: A close friend
4. How the funds will be used: 100% of the funds (excluding GoFundMe fees and processing fees) will be gifted to Andy and his family to be used in anyway they need to right now. These funds will help with the day-to-day expenses while Andy recovers.
5. How I intend to get the funds to Andy and Shanel: Funds will be deposited into Andy and Shanels' personal bank account. As soon as it is released by GoFundMe and Stripe. Notification will be given to them both and their family accountant.
What should have been a 'run of the mill' practice run for an upcoming race turned into tragedy when Andrew came off his mountain bike, hitting a tree head first, then landing on his back some distance from the track.
He is a father to two beautiful young girls, and loving husband to his amazing wife Shanel who need our support right now.
The road ahead
Andrew has lost the use of his legs with no feeling from his waist down. Doctors say Andrew will be in hospital for 6 months, recovering from spinal surgery and relearning the physical basics you and I take for granted.
The journey of rehabilitation will be long and hard, especially when Andy finally leaves hospital to adjust to a new way of life.
Immediate needs
This is a difficult scenario for the young self employed Brisbane sparky and his family to face. With no income coming in, a mortgage, regular living expenses and of course whatever medical expenses lie ahead, the needs are great - and we can play a part in alleviating the burden.
How you can help!
We are so thankful Andy is alive. Now we want to alleviate the heavy financial burden that this family currently face; allowing them to solely focus on Andy's rehabilitation.
We are asking for any donation, big or small, because we know how much these funds will help the Lewis family get back on their feet.
Every dollar counts!
UPDATE
Hi everyone THANKS for all you have done so far.
We have set up a Facebook page so that you can continue to send messages of support to the family and also track Andy's progress: http://facebook.com/supportthelewisfamily
GoFundMe requirments: About the account holder for this campaign.
1. Who am I? My name is Philip Sheen
2. Where am I from: Brisbane, QLD Australia
3. My relationship to Andy Lewis: A close friend
4. How the funds will be used: 100% of the funds (excluding GoFundMe fees and processing fees) will be gifted to Andy and his family to be used in anyway they need to right now. These funds will help with the day-to-day expenses while Andy recovers.
5. How I intend to get the funds to Andy and Shanel: Funds will be deposited into Andy and Shanels' personal bank account. As soon as it is released by GoFundMe and Stripe. Notification will be given to them both and their family accountant.
Organizer
Philip Sheen
Organizer
Riverhills QLD
