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Closed 07/03/2019
Weʼve raised £5,000 to support Kingsley Smith in his rehabilitation following an acute stroke.
- Funded on Thursday, 7th March 2019
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Kingsley Smith, my father, suffered a serious stroke in April 2017.
Having moved to rural Indonesia a couple of years before, the initial and ongoing treatment has proven to be lacking the structure and direction that might be expected. While he quickly regained most of his mental faculties, his physical condition has deteriorated with a continued paralysis of his left side and increasing weakness in his right side. He has therefore had zero independence since the stroke, being largely bed-bound throughout that time. You will know how much of a frustration that is for someone so active throughout his life and it has inevitably led to depression.
To add to the problem, Dad was dedicated to his work, planning to continue with his writing and advisory services indefinitely. Not only did his sanity depend on it, but he also planned his finances around the ability to earn.
As a family, we have provided as much support as we can, but the escalating medical costs and geographical distance has thwarted our efforts to the point where we have little more to offer.
While Dad is British, he has been overseas for 40 years. He would therefore not be automatically entitled to any treatment in the UK, and he would also need significant medical support in order to make the journey. Hong Kong and Australia are possibilities but, again, travel and costs are likely to be prohibitive.
After posting this on Facebook, there were lots of encouraging words and an enthusiasm for supporting Dad in finding the medical help to achieve greater progress in his recovery.
With great respect and humility, your support would be hugely appreciated.
(The top photo is from healthier and happier times)
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Mike Jones
Feb 3, 2019
Sorry I’m late to this. I’ve been meaning to do something for ages. Best wishes to Kingsley and everyone supporting him
£210.00
Magaret Fryer
Jan 23, 2019
Hope this helps with getting Kingsley more mobile
£30.00
Kirsty Davis
Jan 11, 2019
Sending love. Kirsty x
£5.00
Po Chung
Dec 11, 2018
£3,800.00
Anna
Nov 27, 2018
Good luck - hope you get the best treatment he needs, Anna and Dave x
£50.00
Peter Cheung
Nov 15, 2018
Best wishes to your dad Kingsley- a true gent and gave me my first break. I owe him very much. Good luck and wish you all well. Sending you good mojo.
£50.00
Julian Rolfe
Nov 14, 2018
Happy to help a little Pete!
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Pete Smith
As one of Kingsley's 3 sons, we have worked hard to provide the support needed, financially, emotionally and practically. Unfortunately, the ongoing needs have made it impossible to continue this without further support. The initial aim is to get Dad some independence