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Denis's Story

On 24th June 2021, our very dear friend and family member Denis Connolly suffered life changing injuries following a car accident.
Denis’ injuries were so severe that he lost the use of his legs and is paralysed from his upper chest down, with limited use of his shoulders and hands.
After spending time in The Mater in Dublin and The CUH in Cork, On September 15th, Denis was transferred to the National Rehabilitation Unit in Dun Laoghaire. The National Rehabilitation Hospital has re-assessed his case, and while we hoped that Denis would return home for Christmas, he will instead remain in the good care of the hospital to continue his rehabilitation. We are hoping that Denis will return to Bantry in the New Year.
We look forward to seeing Denis return to Bantry and it is his ultimate wish to live in his own home, in Reenrour East once again. Denis has lived in this house for 37 years but unfortunately the house is not suitable for someone with the needs that Denis is now living with. The house will require substantial structural renovations. The family are working with the Local Authority to avail of the House Adaptation Grant. Even if this application is approved, it will cover only a small percentage of the overall cost to adapt the house for Denis’ needs.
Therefore, a committee has been formed to raise the much needed funds to ensure that Denis’s wish to return to his home can become a reality for him.

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