The 28th of February was the worst day of my life, it was the day I said goodbye to my partner, my love, Oliver. He was the kindest, most considerate man I've ever known, a true gent. Always seeing the good in people. He brought so much happiness to my life, I miss him so much.
In Dec 2016, he was diagnosed with Stress Induced Psychosis, triggered by his agency no longer wanting to represent him. He was a hair stylist, and had a successful career, doing the hair for illustrious people, brands and magazines. Visit his website www.oliverdaw.net to see how talented he was.His recovery was a tremendous battle for both of us. Initially, he was going to be hospitalised, but the conditions of the ward, the environment, I knew it would make him worse. With the support of Southwark Home Treatment team I cared for him. He responded well to the meds and was then referred to the STEP team. He was so determined to get better. At the end of January, he began to show signs of depression. He confused his low mood with the side effects of his meds. I was informed that it was common for people to slip into depression after they've become well. He felt he'd lost everything.

The 21st of Feb was a regular day, I left the flat to do work in the studio, but divine intervention made me go back, where I found him, I'd been gone 20 minutes. I did CPR til the paramedics arrived. I thought I'd saved him but after a week in critical care, I had to say goodbye. Thankfully, he was an organ donor, his generosity has gone on to save several lives, he died a hero, I'm so proud of him. Please help me raise money for local charities that were associated with Olivers care. Also, last year Oliver was in charge of the hair for the Royal College of Art fashion show. He loved creativity, and so with your help, I hope to raise enough money for a fee scholarship in his name to be awarded in recognition of creativity and hardship. Help me in letting his legacy live on.

Thank you

Yours

Ryan