Support sought for former Mayo GAA star diagnosed with MND
A fundraiser page has been set up on the 'idonate.ie' social media platform for former Claremorris and Mayo GAA star Ger Brady who was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease last August.
His family has created the ‘Together for Ger’ appeal which can be accessed here.
It has raised €64,282 of its €100,000 target to date as great early support for the campaign is being displayed across the county.
A number of former and current Mayo inter-county players have pledged their support to the fundraising campaign.
Ger is 43 years old. He and his wife, Karen, and their newborn baby, Dylan, who was born in January 2023, live in Claremorris.
Ger was diagnosed with the life-changing condition of Motor Neurone Disease (MND) last August.
The appeal outlined: "We need to raise funds for Ger, Karen and Dylan as they are facing many changes to their lives, and to provide some stability for Ger's family into the future.
"The monies raised will assist with ongoing medical care and support for Ger, and for the management of his future needs.
"Housing adaptation is necessary for wheelchair accessibility and essential medical equipment.
"An adaptive wheelchair-accessible vehicle is also essential for transportation to frequent medical appointments in Beaumont Hospital in Dublin.
"As many of you will know, Ger has been a familiar presence in GAA circles in Mayo and beyond for more than 30 years.
"He excelled as a footballer for his club Claremorris, and also represented Mayo at both underage and senior levels.
"To acknowledge his service, dedication, commitment and passion for the sport, a charity GAA match will take place in Ger’s home town pitch of Claremorris next summer 2023.
"Former inter-county players and many of Ger’s club-mates will dust off their football boots for the occasion, and we would kindly ask that you might support this fundraiser when the time comes in order to help us through these tough times.
"Any donations, big or small, are much appreciated.
"A percentage of all funds raised will be donated to the Irish Motor Neurone Disease Association (IMNDA)."