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A new-found freedom for Sam

Wednesday, December 14th, 2022

Sam Ford was an 18-year-old victim of an unprovoked, alcohol-fuelled assault that left him with an acquired brain injury back in 2009.  His initial prognosis was poor, wit h doctors believing he would probably never leave hospital.  Sam proved them wrong, and now lives at home with his family in regional New South Wales.  Living… Read more »

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Helping Salote get more out of life

Thursday, June 23rd, 2022

Salote Talanoa was just three years old when she was sadly struck by a car and suffered a traumatic brain injury.  36 years on, she is living in a Specialist Disability Accommodation funded apartment for people with high physical needs, where she has on-site support for personal care and domestic activities, as well as overnight… Read more »

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A Mother’s Day letter from Robyn Brewin

Wednesday, May 4th, 2022

HAPPY MOTHERS’ DAY EVERYONE What a big year for the Macready-Bryan’s as we have welcomed into the world little Maddie Macready-Bryan, the daughter of James’ brother Tom and his wife Emily. She is now almost one and she has brought so much joy into our world. Staying with us at the moment on holiday from… Read more »

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Applications Invited for 2024 Round 1 Funding

Sunday, December 5th, 2021

The James Macready-Bryan (JMB) Foundation will receive applications until 31 October 2023 for the next round of funding for eligible young people with an acquired brain injury, to support their specific needs. Why have an applications process? The JMB Foundation was formed in 2007 by parents known to the family of James Macready-Bryan – JMB…. Read more »

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Helping Nigel live more independently

Sunday, December 5th, 2021

In 2004 Nigel was 32 years old and camping on the remote West coast of Tasmania. He pulled up at the town service station and collapsed dead. The attendant called the town nurse who attended and was remarkably able to resuscitate Nigel and keep him breathing until an air ambulance arrived. Nigel had experienced a… Read more »

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Our first Art Auction

Wednesday, June 9th, 2021

The talented artist Isabel Koslowsky kindly donated Before the Fire in JMBF’s first art auction. Held on Instagram the painting’s auction was shared, and the winner announced, on May 23rd. The winner Clare Shiell and the artist, Isabel have long been supporters of JMBF and were delighted to be involved in this first for JMBF.

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Introducing the new Chair

Wednesday, June 9th, 2021

JMB Foundation would like to welcome Elizabeth Rule our recently elected Chair. Elizabeth is a Senior Communications and Stakeholder Relations Advisor at Level Crossing Removal Authority. She brings her communications expertise to the JMB Foundation, along with a fresh, younger viewpoint. Elizabeth is a long time is a friend of James and the Macready-Bryan family.

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Helping Angelo’s speech

Wednesday, June 9th, 2021

Angelo Polazzon lives in a group home with two other residents in East Kew. His wife Linda and their twins live close by in the family home. In 2014, 48-year old Angelo had a bicycle accident with a jogger that resulted in an acquired brain injury. He requires assistance with personal care, activities and communication…. Read more »

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A letter from the Chair

Monday, December 7th, 2020

Dear Supporters, I hope you and your families are well. 2020 has been a challenging year for all but the JMB Foundation continues to provide financial assistance to those people who apply through our bi-annual grant system. The money they receive helps pay for care needs such as extra therapy hours, special equipment, home modifications… Read more »

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