John Paul and friends at his birthday celebration
Image: John Paul (second from Right) with his friends and fellow housemates, Nicole (First Left) and Ashley (Last Right) and their support worker at Cerebral Palsy Alliance Group Home ‘Killaloe House’.

A Home. A Community. A Lasting Legacy.

When John Paul Byrnes moved into Killaloe House, it became more than a place to live - it became home.

For the final six and a half years of his life, Killaloe House provided connection, stability and belonging. It was a place where John Paul thrived – surrounded by friends, supported by dedicated staff and valued for who he was.

Born in 1969, John Paul grew up during a time when children with disability were often separated from their families and faced limited expectations. Placed into care as a baby, he was supported by foster parents and carers who believed deeply in his potential.

A devoted Tigers fan, Special Olympics competitor, and enthusiastic sportsman, John Paul embraced every opportunity. He worked at Curly Girl, an Australian Disability Enterprise, for over 30 years, travelled independently and was a familiar, welcome face in his community.

When he sadly passed away in 2022, he left a Gift in his Will to Cerebral Palsy Alliance, requesting it benefit the home that had become his extended family.

His bequest funded equipment that continues to enhance daily life for residents and staff – strengthening independence, comfort and opportunity.

A Gift in Will is more than a financial contribution. It is a commitment to inclusion and opportunity. An investment in dignity. A promise that people living with cerebral palsy and other similar disabilities have the support they need to thrive – without limits.

Every gift – of any size – helps create safe homes and stronger communities.

Leave a Legacy That Builds a Life Without Limits

When you leave a Gift in your Will to Cerebral Palsy Alliance, you help create inclusive communities, meaningful opportunities and brighter futures.

If you are considering leaving a Gift in your Will, our friendly team would be honoured to speak with you in confidence.

Together, we can build a future where opportunity has no limits.