Help Us Support John McCarthy on His Road to Recovery

We are reaching out to ask for your support for our cousin, John McCarthy, whose life was forever changed in October 2024 following a serious accident at home. John sustained a spinal cord injury that has left him paralyzed from the chest down. While he retains some movement in his arms and hands, his mobility now depends entirely on a wheelchair.

John is currently undergoing rehabilitation at the National Rehabilitation Hospital, with the hope of returning home to his family in Ennis, Co. Clare. This journey, however, will require significant adjustments and support.

John is facing not only the immense physical challenges of his injury, but also the emotional toll. We hope to raise funds that will allow him to access essential services like physiotherapy, counselling, and home care, which are critical to his recovery and well-being.

Our greatest wish is to raise enough to help John regain a sense of independence by purchasing an adapted vehicle—something that would restore a vital part of his freedom and dignity.

A proud Liscannor man and a highly respected mechanical engineer, John has spent his career designing and commissioning pharmaceutical and biotech facilities around the world. He is also a lifelong supporter and player of Gaelic football, having represented Ennistymon (St Michael s), Liscannor, GMIT, Round Towers in London, and even the Clare Minor team in the 1979 Munster Championship. In 2010, he played with the Suzhou Eire Club in the All-Asia Games in Hong Kong. His love for the sport and community has never wavered—he has given so much to the game and to others.

Now, it s our turn to give back to John.

Your donation, no matter the size, will make a real difference in helping John adapt to his new reality and live as fully and independently as possible.

We will be taking part in the VHI Mini Marathon on the 1^st of June, thinking of John, his family and all those around him who are wishing him the best.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.

Marie, Denise, Emer and Elena

John McCarthy, Liscannor, Co Clare

Marie Devitt

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