Signature at Camberley has proudly hosted an event to celebrate the launch of their resident Robert Murphy’s truly inspiring new book.

All proceeds of ‘Reflections Of a Life Well Lived’ go to the Motor Neurone Disease Association, and this event raised a whopping £1055. Family, friends and guests enjoyed listening to a selection of Robert’s poems read by fellow residents, with a raffle, speeches and delicious refreshments.

Camberley GM Girlie Braga said: “It was an absolute privilege to host such a wonderful event and help to make Rob’s dream of publishing his book of poems a reality. He is truly an incredible person who continues to inspire us every single day.”

Robert was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease in January 2018 and moved into Signature at Camberley a year later. Rob defied his initial 18-month prognosis to see his daughter Sarah get married, twice overcome Covid-19 and welcome his grandson into the world. Over the next three years, Robert wrote about his thoughts, dreams and reality while totally paralysed and using eye gaze technology, a specialist and life-changing piece of equipment which converts minute movements of the eye into spoken words and allows him to communicate with others.

Taking photos on the day was Abi Case, our Social Media & Marketing Executive. Abi said: “It was an absolute pleasure to attend Robert’s book launch in aid of the MND Association. It was wonderful to see so many people come to support the cause and enjoy themselves at the same time. The day was full of laughs, tears, love and laughter and I am sure everyone left feeling inspired by Rob’s story. Thank you, Rob.”