Support for Desire' Morris- Bell's Palsy

Desire' woke up a few days ago with a numb tongue and an eye that could not blink. She quickly deteriorated and was unable to close her mouth. On the way to work and dropping her daughters off to daycare and school her face became unrecognisable with the whole left side drooping. Originally doctors thought it was an allergic reaction and then a suspected stroke. Desire' is very lucky that this is not more serious but being diagnosed with Bell's Palsy is still very scary and she is unable to work. Having just started a new job in recent weeks Desire' is not entitled to sick leave nor does this condition entitle her to ACC.

Bell's Palsy can strike anyone at anytime and there is not a lot known about this condition with some sufferers taking a few weeks to recover and some taking many months. Desire' is the kindest, most giving person I know who is an amazing mother to two teenagers and a little 2 year old girl. She volunteers in her community as a netball coach and mentor and never says "no." My wish for Desire' is that over the next few weeks we can raise enough money to help her pay the bills, the medication and transport to and from doctors appointments as well as continue to support her children. Even the smallest contribution will make all the difference. Thank you!

See gallery for a beautiful photo of what she looked like last weekend before this condition took hold!