Peter Couche Foundation Robinson Institute Cocktail Party, 2010

National Wine Centre.

Group includes His Excellency Rear Admiral Kevin Scarce, Professor James McWha, Associate Professor Simon Koblar, Simona and Peter Couche.

Peter Couche’s story

In 1992, Peter Couche was a healthy 42-year-old when he suffered a stroke on a work visit to Singapore. A father of three and business professional; Peter has since lived with “Locked-in syndrome”, which despite an active mind, has left him paralysed. Over 13 years, he wrote Lifelines, a story about his struggle for a normal life after the stroke and the hope provided by stem cell therapy. This led to him being featured on Australian Story.

In 2010, he established the Peter Couche Foundation (University of Adelaide, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences) and was awarded the Pride of Australia Medal for Courage.

The foundation aims to make a difference to those who are affected by stroke. 100% of funds donated to the foundation go directly to research.

https://health.adelaide.edu.au/engage/philanthropy/peter-couche-foundation