In this episode of Run Ashore, CEO of Bravery Trust, Belinda Wilson chats with Kristine Colliver a beneficiary of Bravery Trust. Kristine's husband Darrell is a former Navy Officer who served 13 years in the service.

After leaving his naval career, Darrell and Kristine moved from Sydney to regional South Australia to start their new business venture. Unfortunately, not long after starting their business, Darrell was diagnosed with Cancer which required him to return to Sydney to receive treatment. Kristine put their house on the market and closed down their successful business in order to support Darrell's ongoing radiation treatments and recovery. 

To allow Kristine to be by Darrell's side, a Social Worker at St Vincents recommended she contact Bravery Trust. After one call to the Bravery Trust team and completing a short form, Bravery Trust provided financial assistance to cover the couples car registration, electricity, and other bills that they were unable to pay. Bravery Trust also provided financial assistance to cover other expenses for the next three months during which Darrell underwent 30 radiation treatments.

"We are so grateful to Bravery Trust, I cannot reconcile what would've happened to us, or where we would be now, without their help. No one should have to worry about finances and fight to financially survive, when you have a family member and partner fighting for their life. It is such an unfortunate and overwhelming experience. I am so thankful that Bravery Trust gave us the space we needed to focus on Darrell's health. Bravery Trust fills the gap where there was no other help available. They showed empathy and respect for the position we found ourselves in and their help made a traumatic experience less so. Feeling supported and heard at a time of crisis truly makes all the difference in your ability to survive, we can never express how thankful we are, other than to continue to support the exceptional work they do in helping veterans and their families." - Kristine Colliver 

In this episode, Belinda and Kristine also discuss the importance of this year's Trek.

To find out more information about Bravery Trust: https://www.braverytrust.org.au/

To donate to/ participate in this year's Trek: https://braverytrek.com.au/

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