‘Illusion’ Star Reggie Bannister
Wants Assist For Dementia, Parkinson’s Care
Revealed
‘Illusion’ star Reggie Bannister wants monetary assist as he battles Lewy Physique Dementia and Parkinson’s illness … as a result of he has to maneuver to a full-time care facility — and it is costly.
Reggie’s spouse, Gigitells TMZ … his limbs have turn into stiff, and he is basically motionless.
Gigi says she suffers from her personal medical illnesses and might now not raise or switch Reggie, which is why he now must cease in-home hospice care and be moved right into a facility providing full-time care.
Downside is … Gigi says the brand new facility prices round $4,000 to $5,400 a month. Reggie was planning to go to a facility in Huge Bear, California, which might have been coated by Veterans Affairs … however there are not any beds out there.
Reggie has a GoFundMe that was arrange by a good friend for his medical payments and hospice care … and to date, beneficiant of us have donated practically $47,000. He was initially looking for $50K however his spouse says they will want greater than the unique purpose due to the brand new price ticket and lack of VA help.
We’re informed Reggie is at present on a waitlist for a facility.
The actor is greatest identified for his function as Reggie within the “Illusion” horror movie franchise.
Reggie and Gigi have been married since 2001 … they have been launched by actor Michael Berryman in 1995 and have been collectively ever since.
Gigi tells us Reggie is her one real love … and she or he’s combating to maintain him alive.
