About us
Bobby & Steve were born in 1963 in Forest Gate, East London, England. They’re identical twins, and are just two of eight children in the family. They are international DJ’s and music promoters, and have been on the Soul, Disco and House scene since 1984.
After returning home from a DJ gig in Madrid, Spain on the 9th of March 2020 they contracted Covid-19 and were both placed in an induced coma and on ventilators. Bobby was admitted on the 20th March, sedated for seven days. He was hospitalised for 14 days and has made a full recovery.
Steve was also put into an induced coma and ventilator. After 21 days, when taken out of sedation he opened his eyes but wasn’t responding to the doctor’s requests to follow his finger with his eyes and squeeze his hands. This led to them doing a CT and MRI scan on Steve’s brain and the results had shown that the virus had got into Steve’s nervous system and
damaged cells in his brain.
This has left Steve with a very rare brain injury called Acute Haemorrhagic Lukaenchaphelitas (AKA Hurst disease). This means Steve is in a Prolonged Disorders of Consciousness (PDOC) so he is unable to communicate or move his body and is being fed by a Peg (tube) via his stomach.
Steve has been a patient at the Holy Cross Neurological hospital/care home in Haslemere, Surrey ever since where he is receiving the best physical care.
The Bobby & Steve Foundation has been set up for two reasons: the first being that Bobby felt he could help others navigate through the process should it happen to them, with social care, advice and support based on the knowledge collected throughout the last four years. If you suddenly find you have a loved one with an acquired brain injury (ABI), it’s fair to say your mind and decision-making isn’t at its best in the first few months.
The other reason is that Bobby & Steve are one of the pioneers of Soulful House music in the UK, and will no doubt leave a musical legacy. Throughout their musical profession they have provided a platform for other DJs and singers to shine. Going through this journey, Bobby has found a greater purpose and wants to leave something that will continue to help others.
The Bobby & Steve Foundation will support people / families with small financial grants, advice and support.
Our Purpose and Objectives
The relief of those in need by the way of acute hemorrhagic leukoencephalitis and other neurological conditions through the provision of:
Charities
Awarding grants to other charities, community interest companies, and community groups who support those suffering from neurological conditions.
Treatment
Awarding grants for treatment and medical equipment for individuals experiencing neurological conditions.
Peer support
Peer support via online community, email support for individuals and their families experiencing neurological conditions.
Our trustees
Each of our trustees brings a unique set of skills and experience to the Board.
