Help Adam Regain Independence with an Electric Wheelchair

In June 2024, Adam’s world changed overnight. One moment he was working long hours in a job he loved at Milawa Bread and Milawa Kitchen and the next, his brain suddenly forgot how to stand. Over the following months, his ability to walk was gradually taken from him.

After misdiagnoses and a hospital stay, Adam finally received the diagnosis of Functional Neurological Disorder (FND)—a condition that disrupts the brain’s ability to send and receive signals properly.

Alongside FND, Adam also faces chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, PEM (post-exertional malaise), and persistent migraines.

While many of Adam’s symptoms are invisible, the impact is immense. The smallest tasks drain his energy. Even using a manual wheelchair leaves him in pain and deeply fatigued, making everyday independence a challenge.

Why We're Raising Funds

Adam has been blessed with a loaned manual wheelchair, which gives him some freedom—but it’s not sustainable. We’re now fundraising to purchase electric wheelchair aids that will give Adam the independence to leave the house without needing assistance, to move with less pain, and to participate in family life once again.

Your donation will directly support:

• A motorized wheelchair system tailored to Adam’s needs - detailed quote of equipment comes to $30K (balance of funds for below)

• Any accessories needed to ensure long-term comfort and usability

• Ongoing support for Adam’s care and mobility needs

Adam and his wife Florence, who has also bravely fought breast cancer, have weathered a series of challenges—personally, medically, and through their beloved Milawa Bread business, which has faced repeated flooding and the impacts of COVID. They’ve given so much to their community. Now, it’s time to give back.

How You Can Help

1. Donate what you can – Every contribution, big or small, brings us closer to mobility and freedom for Adam.

2. Share this page – Spread Adam’s story via social media, email, or text.

3. Support through Milawa Bread – If you’ve ever enjoyed a loaf or connected with Adam through the business, consider giving back through this campaign.

Your support means more than you know. With your help, Adam can regain a sense of freedom, reconnect with his community, and enjoy simple family moments like outdoor walks or watching the kids ride their bikes.

Thank you for reading, sharing, and supporting Adam’s journey.