Matthew’s Kidney Journey
Fundraiser for Matt’s health journey
West End, Palmerston North
Matthew Lockyer is 26 and was living a fit healthy life before getting unwell suddenly and ending up in hospital and finding out he has Chronic Kidney Disease.
Matt JUST got qualified to as a plasterer which he’d been working towards for a few years and we were all excited about.
Matts had to put the tools down and focus on his health, which while there is some support financially out there, this isn’t sufficient to survive or give him time to focus on his recovery!
We’d love your support for our tradie so that he can land on his feet for a bit and wait for a new kidney!
Samuel Manu's involvement (page creator)
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Update 16 September 2024
Hey everyone,
Just wanted to message an update and thank you all for giving so generously! From those in our trade space to those who know Matt and his whanau personally.
Matts been told by Dr’s that medically he’s got 1 year off mahi, he’s been lucky to secure some money through WINZ, but the amount is less than enough per week to do all he needs. While we are greatful for the system, we know it doesn’t always help.
The money you’ve all donated will help Matt top up his weekly expenses and also help him stay home for the year to make sure he can get back to full health before coming back to plastering. Court and I have agreed that we will keep his job there for him and we can’t wait to see him back on the tools but want him to have time to recover.
Over the next wee while we will also do some monthly raffles so keep an eye out!
Thank you again from Matt, Matts Family and Us for all your support!
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