We are fundraising for an incredibly special family facing a future that no one should have to face.
Our friend , Ryan Horsfall, is 39 years old and has just had the earth shattering diagnosis of Motor Neurone Disease. For those that do not know what MND is, it is a progressive neurological condition that gradually affects the nerves controlling movement, leading to increasing muscle weakness and loss of independence over time. MND is fatal, life limiting and there is no cure. It is truly one of the worst, debilitating and unrelenting diseases anyone can endure.
Ryan is a young, fit, strong man who has always worked tirelessly as a self employed plumber to provide for his beautiful wife Kimi, and their 3 young children Lois, Jude and Sidney. This diagnosis means that Ryan can no longer work, which will instantly leave the family without their sole source of income. They have no life insurance to cover them now or in the future, and whilst money is the least of their concerns, the mortgage and bills will still need to be paid.
Ryan's condition requires his home to be adapted for his future needs. The house they live in at the moment is not suitable for this, so they will have to move house on top of everything else.
We are raising vital funds for several reasons -
- To give the Horsfalls a source of income, and alleviate the financial pressure of losing Ryan's earnings
- To assist with moving house & adapting a new home for their needs - bearing in mind there is no life insurance to pay off their existing mortgage
- To allow the family to make precious memories without worrying about the costs
- To fund anything Ryan needs going forward to support living with MND
They'll be sharing their journey on socials as soon as they feel ready to. For now, we know everyone that has heard the news is desperate to do what they can to help so please show your support and give what you can, when you can. Much like their journey, this fundraiser will be ongoing. We have created this gofundme to allow monthly donations, which will make all the difference.
We will be organising fundraising events in the future to support the family, and MND charities, and making as much noise as we can for them so that they feel loved and supported every step of the way.
We can never thank you enough for helping us to support the Horsfalls. Whether it's sharing, donating, fundraising, directly supporting MND charities in their honour, or simply showing your support. It all matters.
They are touched, overwhelmed and overwrought with emotion. The outpouring of love and generosity knows no bounds and offers the family such light in a dark time.
From the family & friends of Ryan, Kimi, Lois, Jude & Sidney x
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