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Help our Friend Michael access the community.

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Dear friends and community members,

We are reaching out to you in hope that you can help us support our dear friend, Michael, who is currently battling severe functional neurological disorder, chronic pain, Allodynia, photophobia, Hyperacusis, and chronic adjustment disorder. These are debilitating conditions that has left him unable to work and take care of his family. Michael is a 32-year-old man, with a loving wife and two young children aged 7 and 4.

His Functional neurological disorder give him on average 20 seizures per day he also experiences dystonia in all parts of his body. His verbal ticks and tongue distonia make it hard to talk. His left side paralysis makes it impossible to use his crutches. His blaprospasim closes his eyes which he cannot open until symptoms calm causing temporary blindness. With allodynia unexpected touch or rain causes severe pain on his skin. His photophobia makes lights unbearable. With his hyperacusis condition he needs to wear Noise cancelling headphones. All of this has caused our friend to endure unbearable pain and distress, making daily life an extreme challenge for him.

Goal:
Our goal is to raise money to help Michael and his family purchase a new vehicle suitable for modifications to fit his power wheelchair.
What Your Contribution Will Do:

Help pay for a new vehicle suitable for modifications to fit his power wheelchair.
This will help Michael join his family on outings and reduce the feeling of burden he has on his family and friends.

Why It Matters:
Our friend is a caring father, husband, and dear friend to many. He has always been hardworking and dedicated, but his medical condition has made it impossible for him to support his family. His wife has taken on extra work to provide for their children, and the financial burden has been overwhelming for them. They are struggling to make ends meet and keep up with his medical bills.

How You Can Help:
We are asking for your help to make a difference in the life of our friend and his family. Even the smallest donation can make a significant impact on their lives. Please donate what you can and share this. Your contribution will make a real difference in the life of our friend and his family.

Conclusion:
We want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your help and support in advance. Every little bit counts and is a step closer to helping our friend and his family. Please help us bring some relief to our dear friend in his battle against functional neurological disorder. Thank you for your kindness and generosity.

With deep appreciation,
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    Organizer and beneficiary

    Talitha Phillips
    Organizer
    North Lakes, QLD
    Michael Watson
    Beneficiary

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