In 2011 Carly Taylor was left paralysed from the shoulders down after an accident. Today Carly’s adventure continues to eventually walk again…
Previous to the accident, Carly was a bubbly, lively, determined 22 year old who had many great avenues to follow in life. But as many plans change, Carly’s life changed drastically on the 5th November 2011 after falling from a wall 15ft into a rocky shallow river that resulted in Carly breaking her neck and back which has left her permanently paralysed.
Carly has always been an active sports lover from surfing to swimming and was very involved in the netball community, from coaching and playing netball at a high level. Carly has an infectious personality, caring, funny and loyal.
Since her accident Carly has surpassed everyone’s expectations proving what a strong and determined person she is and she is such an inspiration. Carly knows hard work is key to her progress which has been proven to be true as great improvements have shone through her incredible journey. Some days are not always easy and there are ups and downs, Carly has overcome so many hurdles and true to form, Carly is unwilling to succumb to her prognosis of never walking again and is determined each day to prove everyone wrong. With amazing support from friends, help from her family and inspiration from her husband & little girl, Carly will keep fighting.
“just remember, even your worst days only have twenty-four hours”
One response to “About Carly…”
Dear Carly
I am amazed at your brave fight.
Your mum and I were in the same class in Carclaze Infant and Junior Schools and we were in the Sixth Form together at St Austell Grammar School.
We began Secondary School on 9th September 1966 – 50 years ago and those in our year for any time between Sept 1966 and June 1973 are celebrating with a Reunion at St Austell Rugby Club next Saturday 22nd October 7pm – midnight – your mum know’s that the profit from this event + donations collected on the evening are going to help you in your fight towards more movement
Ali Shipwright will talk to everyone about your 200 Club and will have the forms