Name: Michael Bell Recovery Fundraiser
Start: 2024-11-23T12:00:00+11:00
End: 2024-11-23T16:00:00+11:00
Location: The Regal Inn

Let’s get behind Michael Bell’s recovery!
On Tuesday, July 9th 2024, Michael Bell , aged 51, suffered a stroke. He was transported to the John Hunter quickly. Clot buster was administered in time, unfortunately for Michael, it didn’t work.
Wednesday, July 10th 2024, Michael suffered a brain bleed. He was just a centimetre from death, the bleed didn’t hit his brain stem.
Thursday, July 11th 2024, Michael had his first seizure due to brain swelling.
Neurologists advised his Mum and children, he may die. He could lose the ability to breathe on his own. If he was to turn a corner and pull through, he’d likely be in a vegetative state for the rest of his life.
He proved them wrong! He got through his time at John Hunter Hospital then worked hard at rehab. But life will never be the same for him.
Michael was a very social person . Spent most of his days off driving his children to work, sports, the beach, the park or kicking a footy or attending the footy games of 3 of his kids.
He would make track marks at his kids footy games, walking the sideline to cheer them and their team on.
He worked full time driving heavy machinery at HVO, in the Hunter Valley.
Fortunately, after 2 weeks in the acute stroke ward and 10 weeks in rehab, Michael has made it home after spending Father’s Day and birthdays in rehab.
Unfortunately, Michael has been left with an acquired brain injury (ABI) and vision impairment.
He will never drive again or work at the job he was passionate about.
Unfortunately, Michael was not covered for total personal disability or income protection through his super, due to being a diabetic.
So after many weeks of thinking, I thought why not do a fundraiser to help ease a little bit of stress.
Michael has 4 children who he adores and loves to be around.
He has always been an independent man who would jump in his car to take the kids to footy training, work, dance or take his mum grocery shopping.
Michael has been a Maitland boy for his whole life. He’d be the first person to offer the shirt off his back, to anyone in need.
By holding the Michael Bell Recovery Fundraiser it will take a little bit of pressure of Michael while he navigates through this massive change in his life. He’s come so far, but still has a way to go.
If you are able to assist with a donation to support the Michael Bell Recovery Fundraiser it would be greatly appreciated.
Whether is be an item, service, voucher or money to purchase amazing items to be raffled or auctioned, it would be appreciated so so much.
If you wish to make a monetary donation, please reach out to Kylie on the details below and a bank account for transfer can be provided.
If you are able to contribute, please feel free to supply us with a business card or sticker so they can be displayed for people attending will see the fabulous businesses who contributed to making life a little easier for Michael.
Your attendance would be appreciated and if you could share this invitation with your friends that would greatly assist.

A go fund me page has been set up for those who are unable to attend or would like to make a monetary donation.
https://gofund.me/cd6f0b42
A bank account has been set up if you prefer not to use go fund me. Please reach out if you’d like the details.
Kind regards,
Kylie
0401498803
[email protected]