It’s been a long road, but I’m happy to share that the bathroom renovation is nearly complete! There are still a couple of finishing touches left, but the space is fully functional, and the transformation has already made a huge difference. A Big Win: Creating a Warm & Inviting Space One...
It’s been a massive effort, but we’re so excited to share that Shane’s bathroom renovation is coming together! This isn’t just a home improvement, it’s about making sure Shane has a space that is both functional and welcoming. Too often, accessibility means stark, clinical, hospital-like...
Finn’s Fundraising Featured Again in the Pakenham Gazette! Finn’s incredible journey in raising funds and awareness for MND has once again been highlighted in the Pakenham Gazette (12th February 2025 edition)! This week’s article shines a light on his dedication, the overwhelming community...
Team Glampa at the Great MND Relay – Our Personal Experience On the 8th of February, we gathered at Albert Park Lakeside Stadium as part of Team Glampa, ready to take on the Great MND Relay and show our unwavering support for Finn and Glampa, Shane Lewis. The team consisted of Finn (of course)...
Recently our little hero Finn was interviewed about his fundraising efforts for MND Vic by a reporter from the Pakenham Gazette. This weeks paper came out and there is a FULL page about his efforts complete with photos of him with MP Emma Vulin as well as Glampa Shane. A quote from Finn from the...
After finally kicking off the much-anticipated bathroom project, we’ve hit a significant roadblock with one of the key accessibility features: the height-adjustable basin. Our Occupational Therapist (OT) has advised that this basin is essential for Shane’s needs, but we’re now faced with two...
When Shane was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND), it quickly became clear that the journey ahead would be both emotionally and financially challenging. While MND is a condition that requires significant care and specialised equipment, there are glaring funding and resource gaps for...
We’ve officially kicked off the bathroom project! With the builder starting next week, things are finally moving forward. We’ve got a plan (pictured roughly in an aerial view), which includes adding cavity sliders and widening some doorways to make the space more accessible for Shane. The...
Navigating the complexities of motor neurone disease (MND) is a daunting journey, but accessing the right support services can make all the difference. Unfortunately, for families in regional Victoria like ours, finding an Occupational Therapist has been one of the biggest hurdles we’ve faced...
I’ve been trying to sit down and write for some time now, but life has been pulling me in every direction. Aside from Shane’s MND diagnosis and the ongoing saga of trying to get the bathroom done, we’ve also been navigating the aged care system for my Gran and Grandfather. In October, Gran...
