The Casey Family

“There was nothing the driver could do when a truck trailer unhooked and swung into his path and hit the car head on, causing multiple injuries to the occupants and putting 11-year-old Charlie in a critical condition at Starship Hospital.

Thankfully, three surgeries later, and with more to come, Charlie’s injuries are beginning to mend, but there is a long road ahead for him and his family. His right leg and hip have been shattered and he will require months of rehabilitation once he gets out of hospital.

For now, his mum Tania is at his hospital bed, unable to return to her job while Charlie recovers. Charlie’s dad Martin is blind. He was fortunate to survive the collision but with concussion is unable to return to his part-time job teaching guitar and keeping things running at home.

Meanwhile the bills are piling up, and the family is finding it difficult to cope. They are very thankful for the wonderful support they’ve received from friends and family, and the close-knit Warkworth community.

They could really use a little help to get them through the next few months.”