I’ve hesitated for a long time about asking for help, but I’ve reached a point where I need to.

Since the devastating loss of our daughter Isabella, along with other things past and present I’ve been struggling deeply, and my health has deteriorated to a point where I’ve been given a limited time to live unless I make a drastic change.

I understand people will have a negative view and think “he’s put himself in this situation” and yeah, you’re right.

But im now wanting to get myself out of this situation and continue to live a full healthy life.

I’ve taken a brave step and secured a place in a treatment program that’s close to home. It’s a long journey which is 6 to 9 months and it’s a decision I’ve made with everything I have within me, because I want to be here for all my children and build a future with them and holding the legacy Isabella gave me.

I know I need support, and this treatment is the lifeline I need. Unfortunately, part of the financial burden falls outside what benefits and credits can cover, and I need to raise £4,000 to secure this critical step. I know asking for help isn’t easy and it’s took all of me to even think about this but I’ve had to swallow my pride, and I’m certainly not one to reach out like this at all, but if you’ve ever seen a spark in me, something which has influenced you in any way or made you think I’m worth being around, I ask for your support… whether by a donation or even just a share of this post so someone does and they might be able to help.

I’m committed to recovery, and I’m fighting every day to be the person my family needs.

I want to be a better me, a better father, boyfriend/husband, son, brother and everything else in between. I’m committed to doing that and none of these people in my life deserve me gone for good.

I’ve been told without this change I’ve not got more than 12 months if this change doesn’t happen. So I’m reaching out for help if possible.

I was given this diagnosis 3 months ago and have lived every day to change this.

I don’t expect anyone to chuck money in, but it’s here just in case.

Thank you