For any visitors here who are in any doubt of Kevin's current abilities and potential (and for those of you who are just interested to see how well he is doing), here is a great video taken in November that demonstrates his dexterity and fine motor control. Once again, why is he not being provided with basic therapies by the State?
Take careful note that what Kevin does here is without any assistance, without any hesitation, and expertly performed without any errors, including selecting the correct items in the correct sequence.
I couldn't do it any better myself!
Tuesday, 13 January 2009
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Dear Alison and Kev, Thank you for including me on your face book friends list; after receiving your invite I straight away looked up your blog page.
what a marvellous story of recovery and hope, you are both such strong people, a quality slowly disapearing in society today, the love and commitment you have shown to each other is truly inspirational. I will keenly look forward to your updates to check on the progress being made in your rehabilitation Kev. Sue Dowson.
Dear Alison
I am not angry but very disappointed to see someone like Kevin to be in this situation. Kevin, from his own initiatives has set up something that allievates a lot of community members. We have to be grateful to him. There is no any way that we should let him down. The government should refer to his initiatives to encourage other people like him to keep the community moving on. What a shame, the bureaucracy! Saving Kevin means saving the right and dignity of the large community.
Nathan Nembousse
Hi Alison, finally got to giving you my comment. I've been coming over for Kev's massage for many months now and each time I do I get to see his many progresses. Remember when we used to practically carry him to get him to walk - now he is able to walk with the aid of his walker without much assistance. Looking forward to when he shows us he can do it without the frame. Always keep positive Alison because that's when we achieve best results. Lots of love always, Lynette Eggeling
You are so right about being positive Lynn. It doesn't bear thinking where Kevin might have been now if it had not been for the positivity and belief (as backed up by many anecdotal accounts and emphasised by many specialised brain injury groups worldwide) that the brain has an amazing capacity to heal. Yes, it's a long process, but improvements will be ongoing and can only be helped along with the fabulous input of Alison and people like yourself - thank you for all you do and for your wonderful attitude towards Kevin - you treat him just like you always would have, rather than as if he is not Kevin any more.
Kerry
xxx
Hello Kev, Alison and family, what a remarkable family you all are :)
You don't know me, I'm a friend Carol and Pete's, Carol has sent the website to tune into. I'm very glad I did.
I'd like to Congratulate each member of the family for doing their bit to pull together as the beautiful Family you are.
I work in the industry of aged and disabled care, rehabilitation and behavioural management, with people who are constantly faced with the bureaucratic red tape just to get the basic Humane funds and support which are required for those that need it most.
Government - That $1000 you gave to all those mothers just 'cos they have kids, would of been spent MUCH BETTER on providing this country with the Support, Help and equipment for our Aged and Disabled, those that do have functioning brains, thoughts, opinions, feelings and emotions. They just don't have the capacity to utilise their bodies the way they would like to. So many families such as Kev and Alison have had to endure the rehabilition process under duress unnecessarily... Give us all a break... Have a heart and common sense and cut the RED TAPE!
Hi Alison and Kevin.your situation broke my heart in two,even more when i think there's others like you.It was great to see you and kevin again,keep on given out those positive vibrations and may they return in a much larger way to you both.Catch up to you soon
Jah Bless ...Brother Anthony.
Just had a look – fantastic progress but also made me cry. It is unbelievable that Kevin can’t get any state help. You must all feel so helpless – though you seem to be fighting back. Well done on the blog – I never mentioned it last time I looked, but you must be working really hard on it. I really hope things improve for you, and best wishes to the family.
Ro X
Hi Kevin,
You are such a brave man which is really very impressive. I admire your strength and will, as quite often we all forget or lose the sight of all these human vigour. Most importantly you have enormous love and care you have from your family.
I wish you all happiness, you deserve it.
All the best to you and your family.
hi the holmes family i dont no wot 2 say other than keep up the good work n kev u will walk again.your an huge inspiration 2 all of us love u guys jazxx
Hi Alison and Kevin,this is a little message from Richelle Piggott.I used to work with both of you when you where operating your family day care service,I worked and still do for the Lower South West Family Day Care Scheme.I just wanted to send you my best wishes and send you a big wish of positive energy and healing for the future.I was very shocked and saddened to see the experience that you have both been through but amazed at your courage and strength.You are both truly an amazing couple,who are a tower of strength.I send you both all my love,good luck for the future,you are both regularily in my thoughts.
Kind Regards
Richelle Piggott
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