A fundraiser launched to help a man from Watford who suffered a “devastating fall” while snowboarding in Canada has raised over £10,000.
Toby Chappell, 24, took a gap year in Whistler, Canada, to pursue his passion for snowboarding after completing his university degree.
What should have been a positive experience turned into a nightmare on January 8. While snowboarding with friends, Toby fell, shattering a vertebrae and splintering another. His injuries left him with no feeling below the knees.
A fundraiser launched for Toby wrote: “With the amazing support of ski patrol, he was quickly airlifted to receive emergency surgery to decompress the spinal cord at Vancouver General Hospital. Toby is now using a wheelchair and facing a long road to recovery.
“Three months later and despite the trauma, Toby’s spirit is unbreakable. He is currently undergoing intensive rehabilitation at G.F. Strong, after weeks of medical support at [Vancouver General Hospital], with his incredible determination, there is hope for some return of mobility. But the journey ahead is challenging—and expensive.”
The organisers have appealed for donations to help ease the financial burden on Toby’s family so he can “focus entirely on recovery, and eventually, return to the life he’s worked so hard to build”.
They added: “Every donation, no matter the size, makes a real difference. Please consider donating, sharing his story, and helping us give Toby the best possible chance at recovery and independence. Thank you for your love, kindness, and support.
Head to www.shorturl.at/9qISD to make a donation.
Photo credt: Paul McNamara Facebook
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