Hi. I’ve given to quite a lot of Gofundme initiatives over the years, but never thought I would need to start one myself. Until last weekend that is, when my dad (Michel Kern) was in a major and catastrophic accident involving a truck.

He was already battling cancer and faced mobility issues from surgeries to control it. Now due to damage to his spine he will not walk again and movement in his upper body remains uncertain. Initial surgery and procedures have helped to keep him stable and reduce some of the pain, but the road to some sort of recovery will be long and remains uncertain.

He will likely need feeding tubes and a home ventilator. He will certainly need a range of assistive devices to get around as well as in and out bed. My mum will need a different sort of car. The list goes on.

We have been overwhelmed by the kind words from people who are starting to hear the news. Many have asked how they can help. For now, this is how.

Will keep you posted.