Popular Post misteregg Posted October 21, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted October 21, 2019 Apologies if this topic has been reported previously, but Kevin, Capt of the Secrets yacht and occasional musician accompanying Barry Upton, has had quite a severe stroke a few weeks ago which has left him temporarily paralysed down his right side. This was in addition to a stoke the previous yearsKev is in q nursing hope and today I went to see him.Happy to report that he’s in good spirits, he can barely move his right arm. His speech is a little confused and doesn’t really make sense but he’s definitely got all his thoughts and had a wide grin on his face. The nursing home is on the dark side, near the lake.The nursing staff are great and he’s in a hospital bed in a normal room. He’s been to the bottom of the soi in a wheelchair.Mention to his girlfriend who is just amazing, although I don’t know her and has posted motivating messages all around his room. She goes to see him most days.I wished Kev all the best from all the staff in the bar.Me and my friend Mike we’re discussing how he could claim his UK pension and have it paid into his account to help with hospital expenses. An anyone help with information on this.He also has money coming in from a business he has in Southampton, but nothing from another business partner in South East Asia, who has ignored him. I’ll be going again soon and keep you all informed.Phil 8 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boydeste Posted October 21, 2019 Share Posted October 21, 2019 I did hear this news a few weeks ago. Very sad for sure. I wish him all the best and hope he can make a full recovery. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freee!! Posted October 21, 2019 Share Posted October 21, 2019 3 hours ago, misteregg said: Me and my friend Mike we’re discussing how he could claim his UK pension and have it paid into his account to help with hospital expenses. An anyone help with information on this. I would suggest contacting the UK embassy. With a bit of luck (bad for those involved), they have some experience with this. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan the terrible Posted October 21, 2019 Share Posted October 21, 2019 I hope he makes a good speedy recovery ,spent some time with Kevin in the bar and on the boat..he is a great host and good company 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lantern Posted October 21, 2019 Share Posted October 21, 2019 Phil the english number to ring is 0011441912183600 They were really helpful. You will need his national insurance number. 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteregg Posted October 22, 2019 Author Share Posted October 22, 2019 Thanks to everyone for your replies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumpuynarak Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 8 minutes ago, misteregg said: Thanks to everyone for your replies. Please pass on my best wishes although he won't remember me, i had a very pleasant chat with him once in Secrets, seems a real nice guy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWA Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 UK State Pension or a Private Pension? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteregg Posted October 22, 2019 Author Share Posted October 22, 2019 UK State Pension or a Private Pension?State Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWA Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 8 minutes ago, misteregg said: State It varies slightly whether he is letting them know he is claiming it from overseas or not (and not just for the annual increases). If he has an address on file, a letter would be sent around 2 months before he becomes eligible giving his options. Otherwise it'll need a phone call or claim on line. I think this year saw the change from aged 65 to 66 so it may not be on his birthday if he's around 65 just now. The number I have is similar to Lantern's above, but I'm not sure of his prefix for international calls. +44 (0) 191 218 7777 Online form starts off here: https://secure.dwp.gov.uk/ipc/personal-details Ih he's claiming as if in the UK, start here: https://www.gov.uk/contact-pension-service Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BarryL Posted October 22, 2019 Share Posted October 22, 2019 18 hours ago, misteregg said: Apologies if this topic has been reported previously, but Kevin, Capt of the Secrets yacht and occasional musician accompanying Barry Upton, has had quite a severe stroke a few weeks ago which has left him temporarily paralysed down his right side. This was in addition to a stoke the previous years Kev is in q nursing hope and today I went to see him. Happy to report that he’s in good spirits, he can barely move his right arm. His speech is a little confused and doesn’t really make sense but he’s definitely got all his thoughts and had a wide grin on his face. The nursing home is on the dark side, near the lake. The nursing staff are great and he’s in a hospital bed in a normal room. He’s been to the bottom of the soi in a wheelchair. Mention to his girlfriend who is just amazing, although I don’t know her and has posted motivating messages all around his room. She goes to see him most days. I wished Kev all the best from all the staff in the bar. Me and my friend Mike we’re discussing how he could claim his UK pension and have it paid into his account to help with hospital expenses. An anyone help with information on this. He also has money coming in from a business he has in Southampton, but nothing from another business partner in South East Asia, who has ignored him. I’ll be going again soon and keep you all informed. Phil you good friend eggman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteregg Posted October 22, 2019 Author Share Posted October 22, 2019 It varies slightly whether he is letting them know he is claiming it from overseas or not (and not just for the annual increases). If he has an address on file, a letter would be sent around 2 months before he becomes eligible giving his options. Otherwise it'll need a phone call or claim on line. I think this year saw the change from aged 65 to 66 so it may not be on his birthday if he's around 65 just now. The number I have is similar to Lantern's above, but I'm not sure of his prefix for international calls. +44 (0) 191 218 7777 Online form starts off here:https://secure.dwp.gov.uk/ipc/personal-details Ih he's claiming as if in the UK, start here:https://www.gov.uk/contact-pension-serviceOk thanks. When I see him I’ll let him know all this information.Thanks again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteregg Posted June 27, 2020 Author Share Posted June 27, 2020 I have messaged Kev twice over the lockdown and got no reply. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan the terrible Posted June 27, 2020 Share Posted June 27, 2020 4 hours ago, misteregg said: I have messaged Kev twice over the lockdown and got no reply. is he righthanded?...it may purely be a physical incapacity Like you I hope he is ok Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post misteregg Posted July 30, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted July 30, 2020 Went to see Kev today. Many thanks to Mike Bridge for giving me a lift. Barry Upton was visiting as well.Health wise he is unchanged. He cannot use his right side, difficulty walking and very confused speech.Mentally I would say he’s having a bad time of things. He’s smiling when he talks about Chelsea football, but gets flustered when talking about other things, especially a failed business deal that he is having problems with.He gave me a big hug and a smile when we posed for the photos and said goodbye. I read out all the messages of good will from this thread to him and he said hi to Cliff, Stu and Ivan. He remembers you all.Will visit again soon. 12 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommy dee Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 very sad Phil. so are you saying that his storeke left him mentally less agile too? memory etc? whats the place like? T 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nampla69 Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 So sad. Well done Phil. Had a great drink with him just when he was starting his new business (ahem). Scary what can be around the corner ........ hope he continues to recover. At least he has a nice t-shirt on so has his sense of humour. Always cheerful and very friendly bloke. Cracking Mr Egg ......... 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pinoydave Posted July 30, 2020 Share Posted July 30, 2020 @misteregg well done for visiting, it really does make a difference, especially as he is in a foreign country which must confuse him even more....... when my wife had her stroke ALL her Filipino friends stopped visiting, broke her heart..... he’ll need his real friends 3 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yesitisdakid Posted July 31, 2020 Share Posted July 31, 2020 18 hours ago, misteregg said: Went to see Kev today. Many thanks to Mike Bridge for giving me a lift. Barry Upton was visiting as well. Health wise he is unchanged. He cannot use his right side, difficulty walking and very confused speech. Mentally I would say he’s having a bad time of things. He’s smiling when he talks about Chelsea football, but gets flustered when talking about other things, especially a failed business deal that he is having problems with. He gave me a big hug and a smile when we posed for the photos and said goodbye. I read out all the messages of good will from this thread to him and he said hi to Cliff, Stu and Ivan. He remembers you all. Will visit again soon. I tried 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Spice Posted July 31, 2020 Share Posted July 31, 2020 A simple example why we should enjoy every minute of life. f**k the paranpia, f**k the virus.... because maybe tmrw you're out anyway. Nobody ever lived 200 years.... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted July 31, 2020 Share Posted July 31, 2020 1 hour ago, Thai Spice said: A simple example why we should enjoy every minute of life. f**k the paranpia, f**k the virus.... because maybe tmrw you're out anyway. Nobody ever lived 200 years.... That has been my philosophy since my wife was diagnosed as (at the time) the third youngest person ever to be diagnosed with Alzheimers in Scotland. Dying when it should not be your time is bad enough but when the mind goes as well as the body it is so much worse. Kev had a previous heart attack (?) from which he mostly recovered. It is so sad to see him in these circumstances. 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteregg Posted July 31, 2020 Author Share Posted July 31, 2020 very sad Phil. so are you saying that his storeke left him mentally less agile too? memory etc? whats the place like? TLike something from a bad movie. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommy dee Posted July 31, 2020 Share Posted July 31, 2020 35 minutes ago, misteregg said: Like something from a bad movie. that was my impression from the photo. could be any cell in the UK. sod that for a game of soldiers. better to be at home and hire a "help" sad situation for sure 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted July 31, 2020 Share Posted July 31, 2020 5 hours ago, tommy dee said: that was my impression from the photo. could be any cell in the UK. sod that for a game of soldiers. better to be at home and hire a "help" sad situation for sure I hope he is okay financially. I seem to recall he had problems with a UK business interest and I imagine that his shareholding in Cambodia is probably not producing much in the way of financial support? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misteregg Posted July 31, 2020 Author Share Posted July 31, 2020 that was my impression from the photo. could be any cell in the UK. sod that for a game of soldiers. better to be at home and hire a "help" sad situation for sureKev is pretty slow and lethargic, but he’s the brightest one there. He’s in his own room, very clean, nice bathroom and private garden. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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