Hi, we're Ollie and Jack, and we're fundraising for our beautiful mum, Keeley, who was recently diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), a form of Motor Neurone Disease (MND).

If you know our mum, you'll know she's the life and soul of every room she walks into. She's loud, funny, full of energy, and always the first person to support anyone who needs her. She has spent most of her life working in our family café in Margate, where she's become well known not only for her hilarious sense of humour, but also for her kindness, compassion and ability to make everyone feel welcome.

At just 60 years old, Mum's diagnosis has come as a huge shock to our entire family.

Sadly, there is currently no cure for ALS/MND. It is a life-limiting disease that gradually affects the muscles, making everyday tasks increasingly difficult. While everyone's journey is different, life expectancy can range from months to a few years, and the physical, emotional and financial challenges can become overwhelming.

Despite this devastating diagnosis, Mum has made one thing very clear—she isn't giving up. She wants to make every single moment count.

We're raising funds to help her do exactly that.

First and foremost, we want to help Mum achieve some of the dreams she's always talked about. Whether that's skydiving, taking a helicopter ride, travelling, or simply creating unforgettable memories with her mum, children and grandchildren, we want her to experience as much joy as possible while she's still able to.

The funds will also help provide the best possible care and treatment, both through the NHS and privately where appropriate, to give her the highest quality of life for as long as possible. As the disease progresses, there may also be costs for specialist equipment, home adaptations, mobility aids, medication, and additional care.

As difficult as it is to write, we also want to put money aside for Mum's funeral. We hope that by planning ahead, we can remove that worry from her mind, allowing her to focus on living, laughing and spending precious time with the people she loves.

Mum is also determined to use her journey to help others. She plans to document her life with ALS on social media, raising awareness of Motor Neurone Disease, sharing her experiences, and helping others recognise the early signs of this devastating illness.

If you know Keeley, you'll know she's a fighter. Even now, she's facing every day with strength, determination and, somehow, still finding reasons to laugh. That's exactly who she is.

As her children, our greatest wish is for Mum to spend whatever time she has left making memories instead of worrying about money. We want her to know she isn't facing this alone, and that she's surrounded by people who love her.

Every donation, no matter how big or small, will help make that possible. If you're unable to donate, simply sharing this page would mean the world to us.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, generosity and support.

With love,

Keeley, Jack, Ollie and the entire Mitchell family