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Let's Get There For Harris's Chair
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Together with Jo and Maliki they have battled through many difficult uncertain times, and with Harris's spinal operation date getting closer they are certainly not out of the woods. It is with this in mind that I felt strongly about using our 100mile bike ride as an opportunity to fundraise for Harris. When I asked Jade what she felt would be something they needed the most, it was a specialist chair.
Thank you Jantine! I thought I would explain the situation from my point of view...
We were fortunate enough to be given a chair that has proven to be the best piece of equipment we have had. Unfortunatly Harris has outgrown it now so we are looking to raise the £4,000 need to buy another one.
It is not just a chair. It is a multifunctional piece of equipment that I can use to put Harris in a number of positions. On his front, side, sitting with his legs straight, lying on his back and a standard seating position.
For Harris's comfort it is essential that we can reposition Harris several times a day. This is going to be even more important over the next few months.
Harris is due to have a 12hour operation on the 12th July to straighten his back. This is why we are trying to raise the money as quickly as possible as it takes one month to make the chair. Currently his spine has curved that much that his rib cage and pelvis are rubbing against each other. Perhaps try getting into that position yourself. It may give you an idea of how uncomfortable it is for Harris. Whilst this is a risky procedure, the alternative is to do nothing and slowly watch Harris' internal organs get crushed and compromise his health in other ways.
This has been a huge decision for us as a family, but understandably we want the best outcome for Harris. For us as parents we want to ensure that post surgery and during the months of recovery that will follow Harris gets access to equipment that will aid his recovery.
This is where your donation can help. If we manage to get the funds for the chair it will mean so much not only to Harris but to all of us as a family. It will mean that not only post surgery, but many years down the line Harris will be able to access the house and garden in positions that he is comfortable in. Otherwise it is going to be a long and potentially isolating experience where Harris will have to remain in his bedroom on his bed. Also I cannot achieve the positions we can with the chair on Harris's bed. To reduce the potential of Harris needing further surgery it is paramount that we look after Harris's posture. This chair will help us to achieve this.
With your support all of this will be possible!!
Thank you in advance for your donation, no matter how big or small it will all help to giving our beautiful boy a brighter, more comfortable future.
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Jade Hisham
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