Natalie Nolly shared her daughter’s “slow but steady” progress to the donation page, with a positive outlook on her recovery.
“Phoebe’s progress is slow but steady. She has a long road to recovery ahead of her but she is out of ICU and there are plans to transfer her to ABI rehabilitation, which is for rehabilitation from brain injuries.
“She is very determined and is trying to stand, and she moves around a lot even with her many fractures still healing. Phoebe has also said a few words and recognises some familiar people. She even read some words out loud that she saw on some hospital equipment.”
Friends, family and the local community rallied to support Phoebe Nolly’s recovery. Photo / Givealittle
More than $36,000 had been donated towards Nolly’s recovery.
“We are so humbled by the outpouring of love and support that everyone has shown us and we will forever be very grateful. It will take a while but Phoebe is very determined and very strong, and with all of us behind her she has definitely got this. She is a survivor. Once again, thank you everyone for being there for Phoebe and us,” her mother said.
Lil Bandit Line Dancers New Plymouth club, which Nolly had been dancing with for the past few years, told the Herald her family had its members’ full support.
“We’re banding together – the love is there. We all hope she recovers quickly.
“Nats [Phoebe’s mother] is an amazing, kind woman who would do anything for anyone.”
Taranaki Detective Sergeant Chris Allemann said police had appealed for information from anyone who saw a black 2005 Mazda Tribute station wagon or a white 2002 Holden Barina travelling in or around Stratford, or along State Highway 43, around the time of the crash.
People who have CCTV or dashcam footage covering SH43 have also been asked to contact police on 105.