For Kelly, NHS rehabilitation included six weeks of basic physiotherapy and speech support. “I often found myself frustrated with my progress. I was given lots of written exercise but struggled with tenses and even remembering four-digit numbers. My handwriting was ineligible and helping my son with his year 2 maths homework became a challenge.”
Throughout this difficult period, Kelly found invaluable support from The PGA. Feeling alone in her struggles, she was uplifted by personal interactions with David Wright, then Heritage and Member Support Executive of The PGA and the Benevolent Fund, a charity that helps PGA Members who have fallen on hard times.
“Just when I thought I was facing this battle on my own, David called my husband, and the support of the PGA Benevolent Fund stepped in. They funded additional physiotherapy and personal training sessions, which became a lifeline. My goal was clear: I wanted to return to coaching and playing golf.”
Using her PGA training and TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) knowledge alongside her physiotherapist, she assessed her limitations and set structured goals towards recovery. These included adapting her swing, improving strength, and regaining balance. Sharing her progress on social media, she documented both the struggles and the victories, determined to reach her ultimate goal—getting back to work.