I met Lisa on what seemed like an ordinary day in a supermarket in Sydney, but it turned into something I’ll never forget.

She had been nominated by a friend for support, though at the time, she didn’t see it that way. In fact, when I first approached her, she was overwhelmed and even a little annoyed understandably so. Life had already thrown so much at her, and trusting a stranger in that moment wasn’t easy.

Lisa has been living with multiple sclerosis for the past two years, and it has changed everything. She can’t work anymore, and some days the fatigue and pain are so heavy that even getting out of bed feels impossible. Recently, her situation became even more difficult she lost everything and now lives in a caravan in a driveway, without the basic comforts most people rely on.

As I got to know her, I began to understand just how much she’s been through not just physically, but emotionally. What struck me most was how simple her dreams are. She isn’t asking for anything extravagant. She just wants a place to call home, a dog for companionship, a car for independence the basics that so many people take for granted.

Over time, that initial frustration softened, and a connection formed. Helping Lisa hasn’t been about big, dramatic gestures, but about showing up, building trust, and reminding her that she’s not alone. Meeting her changed my perspective it showed me how quickly life can shift, and how powerful it can be to stand beside someone as they try to rebuild, one small step at a time.

Let's come together and make her dreams come true. She will be the beneficiary and receive all funds raised!