Michael Richards
“I would like to say thank you very much for your generosity. Paralysis is an incredibly difficult thing to deal with. It is one of the only things I can think of where things you love to do are taken away from you overnight. My whole life changed in a second and I am doing my best to cope and adapt but it is not easy. I am genuinely thankful that there are organizations like Be Perfect out there that understand and want to help. It means a lot. ”
Michael Richards, a beneficiary of the Be Perfect Foundation, shares his heartfelt journey of resilience and hope after a life-altering event on April 11, 2023. Michael's injury, a T-11 Complete spinal cord injury resulting from a motorcycle accident (not his fault), left him facing immense challenges. However, Be Perfect stepped in to provide invaluable support.
Be Perfect agreed to cover $3,500 worth of therapy for Michael at the renowned facility, Journey Forward. In his brief experience there, Michael has found solace in the exceptional staff who possess a profound understanding of his condition and a genuine desire to help him on his path to recovery.
Beyond financial assistance, Be Perfect has injected hope into Michael's life by facilitating access to therapy beyond what insurance covers. He is unwavering in his commitment to improving his condition and mentality, despite the inherent difficulties. Michael is deeply appreciative of Journey Forward's comprehensive approach to therapy, which surpasses the traditional options available at his local hospital.
Michael has set a primary goal for himself: to walk again. This aspiration reflects the resilience that defines his journey. He has already achieved smaller victories, including mastering wheelchair-to-shower-chair transfers, transferring from his wheelchair to his bed, and even finding a way to perform household tasks such as doing the dishes—a responsibility he once took for granted.
Looking ahead, Michael hopes to regain movement and sensation in his legs, firmly believing that it is attainable with determination. Be Perfect plays a crucial role in this pursuit by providing funds for additional treatment and offering essential emotional support. This sense of community and care inspires Michael to persevere.
In closing, Michael extends his profound gratitude to the Be Perfect Foundation and its generous donors. Paralysis has drastically altered his life, robbing him of beloved activities overnight. The understanding and assistance offered by organizations like Be Perfect provide him with solace and motivation during this challenging journey. Michael wants to emphasize just how much this support means to him as he strives to adapt and overcome the obstacles that have come his way.