Earlier this year, ex-chairman, and lifelong member of St. Patricks GFC, Padraic O'Connor was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease.

Motor Neurone Disease (MND) is a rare, progressive neurological condition that attacks the motor neurones, or nerves, in the brain and spinal cord. This means messages gradually stop reaching the muscles, which leads to weakness and atrophy.

MND can affect how somebody walks, talks, eats, drinks, and breathes. However, not all symptoms necessarily happen to everyone and it’s unlikely that they will all develop at the same time. Essentially, everyone is affected differently. Currently, there are approximately 400 people in Ireland living with the disease.

The services provided by the IMNDA are immediate and free of charge. The association has already been of huge assistance to Padraic and his family, but with 85% of their income coming from fundraising and donations, the IMNDA needs your help. 

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