Simmie's canal boat holiday
Simmie's canal boat holiday
Earlier this year we awarded a funding contribution to a lovely lady called Simmie. This was to enable her to enjoy a canal boat holiday. Simmie has a diagnosis of Alström Syndrome, a very rare recessively inherited genetic condition. There are a range of complications and medical conditions caused by this syndrome. She is registered severely sight impaired and only has light perception due to retinal degeneration.
Henry's new powerchair
Henry's new powerchair
Henry suffers from Duchene Muscular Dystrophy, and in February this year we awarded him a funding contribution to help him purchase an electric wheelchair called a Quickie 700M. It has a seat made to support him and provide comfort, thereby preventing sores which can cause Henry some discomfort. The chair itself can be put in different positions and also different heights, which is an advantage in everyday life, improving movement and accessibility to various things in the home or on the move.
Fun on the beach
Fun on the beach
In August 2021 we awarded funding to a young disabled woman for a beach walker. Jessica received significant burns and life changing injuries as an infant as the result of a household fire, and she is a double amputee above the knee with partial amputation to all fingers. Jessica uses a combination of prosthetic legs, wheelchairs and standing walkers to access the community.
Jessica is a mother of five children, with the youngest children being just one and three years old. She is a very outgoing person despite her disabilities and likes to participate in community events.