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F.A.S..T
It’s been hard and emotional but I thought it’s time to write up about my stroke.
On 11th May I woke up thinking it was going to be another normal day. Some running around in the morning before arriving to start work that afternoon. Before starting my shift at work site Metro Tunnel and I made myself a hot chocolate, I went to the table and put the cup down and that’s when it all started, I knocked the cup over and those around me asked if I was ok, I couldn’t answer them as by this stage me speech had gone. There was a work mate behind me trying to ask if I was ok but then realised I wasn’t. He then realised I wasn’t and called another work mate Frank who went in gear realised that I was having a stroke then got my cousin Sab there and first aid who did what they could do until the 1st lot of ambulance staff got there which was then given blood thinners and they got the stroke ambulance who once I was on board did a CT scan which showed them the blood clot and had a better understanding than on how serious the situation was. As they worked on me on the ride to the Royal Melbourne they rushed he straight though to the operating room and successfully removed the blood clot and that’s why am here today. When I woke up I didn’t know where I was and the nurse said everything is fine. When they put me in the ICU I saw Grace and my girls. I dont remember much of the 1st 24 hours. I was then told I had a stroke and and then the following morning Grace and the girls were told that I will make a full recovery. I could not move my rightside of my body. The first two nights I cried to sleep thinking I won’t make a full recovery. I woke on the Sunday morning I promised myself that I will walk again and go back to work. So we tried to walk on Sunday morning and I couldn’t stand up. The next day I started to take small steps by that afternoon I was walking around the ward unassisted. By the Tuesday morning walking solo was the easiest part, next was learning how talk, read and write just like when I was a toddler. After 6 days in hospital I was sent home to begin my home therapy. From nurses, Physio, speech therapy and OT for 21 days I was going to prove them wrong that I will beat the odds. It was frustrating to do the things that I could do before hand with ease but as I am head strong it was my mission that I wasn’t going to struggle for long. This was going to be my biggest mission. My hard head and stubborn nature I myself and those around me I will back to work within 3 months. I can’t do whatever I used and it’s mean mentality tough.Each day I feel little better and stronger and yes I have the days where I struggle but then I remember thats just part of the recovery process. I would like THANK Ambulance Victoria, Royal Melbourne Hospital and the stroke ambulance. To Grace, Ava , Sophia , Cousin Sab, Munja,Cashy, family and friends on saving my life and being a constant in my life. Thank you to everyone that has messaged, phone and came to see me it has made my recovery go faster.Just remember go to the doctors to get a check up.
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A. Arm
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So far I have helped Stroke Foundation deliver…
Advice and support from a health professional on StrokeLine
Stroke recovery packs to 3 survivors of stroke.
Training to a StrokeSafe volunteer to deliver community talks.
Funding to stroke researchers to find the next game-changer in stroke.
Thank you to my Sponsors
$520
Vince Lamanna
$120
Tim Pocock
$105.50
Marko Franin
$105.50
Cdp & Co Pty Ltd
Sebba i hope this small donation helps you achieve your target
$105.50
Wooooo
For life, brother!!
$105.50
Anthony, Cristina And Zara
Great cause! You have shown so much determination and strength toward your recovery !!
$105.50
Horizon Finance Group Pty Ltd
Good on you Sab. You are an inspiration mate. Keep going
$105.50
Stefani And Daniel Franco
Well done Sab!! You are doing amazing things :)
$105.50
Margarita Gregov
$105.50
Frank And Kathy Peric
$105.50
Furnari Famil
$105.50
Matthew Furnari
$100
Lina Di Conza
Well done Seb an inspiration!!
$79.13
Paul Mulheron
$79.13
Silvana Vassallo
Keep advocating!!!! Xx
$52.75
Tony Aiello
Very inspirational Seb!
$52.75
Graziella And Marc Arena
Well done Sab!! 👏❤️
$52.75
Natalie Watkins
Good job Sab xx Nat and Brad xx
$52.75
Angela Long
$52.75
Vince & Maria Leonardis
$52.75
Nick Kotevski
Legend ❤
$52.75
Josie And Vinny Basile
Keep up the good work :)
$52.75
Aurelio Vecchio
$52.75
Michael And Agata Leonardis
Keep going sab!
$52.75
Frank Piccione
Keep fighting, love that you are raising money for this cause. Good luck
$52.75
Amber & Anthony Bennett
$52.75
Melissa Anderson
Well done Sab x
$52.75
Melanee Jardine
Good work Seb - all the best Mel, Rob and family x
$52.75
Robert Davin
Well played Sab
$52.75
Scott And Rachael Hayse
So proud of you for sharing your story and raising awareness. Love us Hayse’s xx
$52.75
Domenic Nesci
Best of luck & hope many others donate to this cause.
$52.75
Sam,maria,ashton & Lyla
Your a fighter mate
$52.75
Elisa & Daniel Siliato
$52.75
Chris, Connie, Lily And Evelyn Arena
Well done Sab hope you smash another goal!
$52.75
Tina Strangis
$52.75
Tim Campbell
$52.75
The Dunne Family
Well done Seb!
$52.75
Natalie Arena
Legend 👏👏
$52.75
Goce Aleksoski
$52.75
Dina Carter
$52.75
Sandro Furnari
$52.75
Craig Polidano
$52.75
Craig A
$52.75
Shane And Mary Calthorpe
Great work in raising awareness.
$52.75
Antoinette Amaru
$52.75
Michael Calnan
Great work mate
$52.75
Silvana Caccetta
Thank you Sabastian for sharing your story. Your courage is an inspiration to all who know you. Your motivation extends beyond personal goals to include the well-being of your family, a testament to the strength of your character and the love you have for those closest to you. Wishing you continued recovery.
$52.75
Marielouise Leonardis
$52.75
Mark Vendramini
Love to see ya doing so well Saby
$52.75
Sua Lilomaiava
You’re a trooper my brother 💪
$52.75
Mick & Josie Procida
$50
Ross Patamia
Kicking goals Sab.
$50
Luna Rose
$50
Anthony & Josie Lanza
We can all learn so much from your experience, thanks Sab!
$50
Vince Tedesco
$50
Antonio And Grace Costa
You’re a superstar Seb!
$31.65
Nicole Spargo
Keep up the great work Seb! Also in memory of my mum who had a stroke at the age of 42 (back in 1982). Changed our family’s lives for the worse. Medical advances have come a long way since then. However there is always more work to be done.
$31.65
Kelly, Chris, Nicole & George
Great work on the recovery Sab!
$21.10
Kate And Paul Garoni
Well done Sab
$21.10
Megan Barnes
So glad you are one of the lu my ones
$21.10
Vera Iaccino
You are an inspiration!
$21.10
Meagan And Jason Ward
Well done on all the work you are doing to raise awareness. All the best to you, Grace and the girls
$21.10
Piccione Family
Good to see you recovering.Good luck with fundraising
$21.10
Olga Massouridis
Well done Seb on recovery and spreading awareness 👍 Ross, Olga and boys
$21.10
Frank Lamacchia
Keep going LEGEND You’re doing such an amazing job 💪🏼👏🏼💙
