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Page currently managed by Steve Lee’s Support Tribe following Steve's debilitating stroke. 千山舎 Thousand Mountain Inn . Go to website for more info.

Follow the below link to donate and read more about Steve’s current condition 💙❄️ http://bit.ly/SLFightback Catering to groups up to 12 in winter, with a variety guiding available. A stunning summer spot also, email us for details on summer bookings.

13/04/2021

Donation link ❄️💙 GoFundMe.com/steveleefightback

01/04/2021

Zali Steggall showing support for
Donation link ❄️💙 GoFundMe.com/steveleefightback

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21/03/2021

11/03/2021

Weekly update posted 💙❄️
Donation link: https://au.gofundme.com/f/steveleefightback

As we all settle into a new routine, Steve’s days are centred around rest, with a focus on balancing therapy work, resting and social interaction. The team of physio’s, OT’s & other therapists around Steve are getting more familiar with him and Steve is pushing hard towards the goal of getting the left side of his body to regain movement.

We are so grateful for the range of additional fundraising initiatives that the wonderful snow community are creating to support… including the Melbourne to Mt MacKay bike ride which finishes on Friday & their auction following… the dedication of this year’s Longest Lunch to support Steve…The team from TAG’s initiative at The Pan where $1 on every meal bill will be matched as a donation… A beer for Steve raffle event at the Rabbit Hole in Hakuba… Ride-a-thon organised by a group of Falls Creek Race Club kids… as well as many, many more.

A giant thank you to all of you.

We are truly so appreciative of all of the support and donations that are coming through and we have some good news to share. From all the early donations from the snow community and their friends, we have been able to secure Steve a suitable house in Mt Beauty. We are forever grateful for your generosity to create this significant milestone to support Steve’s progress.

When the modifications have been made and the time is right, Steve will be able to move into the house to continue his life-long rehabilitation and be closer to his family and the community which is so dear to his heart. We are hoping that this will further encourage his health improvements. A heartfelt thank you to all of you from all of us.

Steve and his family are aiming to return the generosity to the community when the time comes that Steve no longer needs this property. It will be used to support others in the community who may need it. When that time comes, we will make an announcement to all that have contributed to this significant milestone.

With a property now secured, the fundraising efforts are now being targeted towards additional therapy, exercise programs, the correct NDIS approved vehicle and daily healthy food expenses …fresh & sustainable food is needed and sadly not budget friendly.

Donation link: https://au.gofundme.com/f/steveleefightback

Posted by Steve Lee’s Support Tribe 💙❄️

05/03/2021

Weekly update posted 💙❄️

Donation link: https://au.gofundme.com/f/steveleefightback

Steve is underway with Physio, OT, Guide Dogs, Chiro & Speech therapies, with social and neurophysiologist on the horizons. The OT has said that post-stroke the first 3months improvements are somewhat spontaneous in regard to neuroplasticity. The next 9 months will require serious hard work for all gains. He has a big year ahead… but he is still as focused and determined as ever.
He has been learning how to use a powered chair out on the footpath and streets. The biggest challenge is to go slow (something he has never been good at) and just how draining it is… there is so much to take in to be safe.

Donation link: https://au.gofundme.com/f/steveleefightback

Posted by Steve Lee’s Support Tribe 💙❄️

26/02/2021

Big update this week - click through to read

We would like to share with you all the intricacies of the funding side of things… and why we are kicking off this fundraising initiative with a goal of $2Million.

As you know, Steve has now left hospital and is living in an NDIS approved unit that includes support for his daily care. Steve needs 24/7 supervision, and the prognosis is that he will need this for the rest of his life. In hours & costs… that is 168 hours per week and that roughly equates to $8,500 per week… $442,000 per year. That doesn’t include the roof over his head, food on the table or any of the sessions with the multiple therapists Steve needs to continue to make gains. The next 6-18 months are the critical window for improvement.

Steve is in a wheelchair for all mobility & must be supervised constantly throughout transitioning from bed to the wheelchair and then toilet, shower chair & car throughout the day. Steve has not yet been able to complete the everyday tasks of reading & ordering off a menu or cutting up food for himself to enjoy without a carer assisting… and we are all learning the basics of how to fund his shopping and cooking.

Government support wise… the first NDIS plan commenced on the 22nd of December 2020 and will terminate on the 22nd of June 2021. The next plan will be written up based on capacity and reports from all contributing therapists. The cover is specific and there are items that are stated and hence cannot be used for anything other than the stated cost… for example his support coordinator and financial management.

The current NDIS plan had to consider the fact that Steve did not own a suitable home or have the support to provide 24/7 care. With the help of the OT Team and many knowledgeable friends, we have been able to engage an experienced Support Coordinator with Community Interlink. With her help we are trying to maximize this plan and work on tailoring the next plan.

Once the budget for his basic accommodation and care was confirmed within the current plan, the cost of therapy was considered…we are still trying to maximize this part of the NDIS Plan. We hope that it will cover Physio, OT, Speech and spatial awareness for the recommended hours… but that is not certain. The budget for these has to include travel time and report writing which reduces the actual face to face therapy.

The NDIS have contributed approximately $800 for transport in this plan. They will assist with modification of the correct car but not the original purchase… & unfortunately Steve does not currently own a car, so this plan doesn’t factor in any car modifications.
Whilst Steve is pictured to be smiling and seemingly OK, with us as the Support Tribe & family celebrating every win and progression no matter how small… the fact of the matter is, he is not. His physical limitations are obvious, his cognitive function is impaired and his mental health is tenuous.

The costs of continued lifetime support & any sense of normality for Steve are massive.

We are so grateful for all of the donations so far and are aiming with this update to remain transparent on the reasons for our imminent fundraising push.

We have created a gofundme page for the Steve Lee Fight Back fundraiser and will be releasing additional information throughout the coming weeks and months.

Please stand with us as we continue to hope for the best, but prepare for the reality of Steve’s condition.