Gemma's Story
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Gemma's Story from her Grandma Ainsworth:
Gemma Rose Ainsworth, six years old, the eldest child of Ashley and Ellie and sister to Milly (3 in November). Ellie is expecting their third child (a boy!) in late December.
Always small for her age, with a fairy-like delicacy, but strong, energetic and bright. Born in August she is the youngest in her class, but able and intelligent.
During September it seemed that she was not very well, her doctor could find nothing obviously wrong, and she was referred to the paediatric outpatients.
Gemma had not been eating well for a few weeks and complaining of headaches.
A CT scan was done and a day later her parents received the news that a mass was found on her brain. She was immediately taken to Bristol Children’s Hospital, where an operation was performed that evening to relieve pressure.
Two days later a 12 hour surgery was successfully performed to remove the tumour. Without this action, it is unlikely that Gemma would still be with us today.
Pathology revealed an Anaplastic Ependymoma, grade three.
Gemma is now waiting for a place in Manchester for Proton Beam Therapy. Failing a place being available there, she may be taken to Essen in Germany or Jacksonville, Florida - places that NHS England have contractual arrangements with.
To say that her parents are anxious is a huge understatement, but they know that she is getting the very best treatment.
They, indeed the whole family, are greatly comforted by the huge upwelling of love and support from such a wide community. We have faith that our sweet little girl will be well again.
The family have been overwhelmed by offers of support, love and a desire to help.
As a result, we have set up this page as a means of helping them financially during the long road ahead for Gemma's treatment.
Gemma's treatment is covered by the NHS but the family will need help with incidentals including meals, trips, support for the home, and maybe even a few lovely things to celebrate their family.
It is important to be clear that Ashley and Ellie have been overwhelmed with offers of support and do not wish to take anything away from anyone else who may need the help.
As a result, if there is money remaining once Gemma is well, it will be donated to one of the several charities that is currently supporting them as a family.
Gemma Rose Ainsworth, six years old, the eldest child of Ashley and Ellie and sister to Milly (3 in November). Ellie is expecting their third child (a boy!) in late December.
Always small for her age, with a fairy-like delicacy, but strong, energetic and bright. Born in August she is the youngest in her class, but able and intelligent.
During September it seemed that she was not very well, her doctor could find nothing obviously wrong, and she was referred to the paediatric outpatients.
Gemma had not been eating well for a few weeks and complaining of headaches.
A CT scan was done and a day later her parents received the news that a mass was found on her brain. She was immediately taken to Bristol Children’s Hospital, where an operation was performed that evening to relieve pressure.
Two days later a 12 hour surgery was successfully performed to remove the tumour. Without this action, it is unlikely that Gemma would still be with us today.
Pathology revealed an Anaplastic Ependymoma, grade three.
Gemma is now waiting for a place in Manchester for Proton Beam Therapy. Failing a place being available there, she may be taken to Essen in Germany or Jacksonville, Florida - places that NHS England have contractual arrangements with.
To say that her parents are anxious is a huge understatement, but they know that she is getting the very best treatment.
They, indeed the whole family, are greatly comforted by the huge upwelling of love and support from such a wide community. We have faith that our sweet little girl will be well again.
The family have been overwhelmed by offers of support, love and a desire to help.
As a result, we have set up this page as a means of helping them financially during the long road ahead for Gemma's treatment.
Gemma's treatment is covered by the NHS but the family will need help with incidentals including meals, trips, support for the home, and maybe even a few lovely things to celebrate their family.
It is important to be clear that Ashley and Ellie have been overwhelmed with offers of support and do not wish to take anything away from anyone else who may need the help.
As a result, if there is money remaining once Gemma is well, it will be donated to one of the several charities that is currently supporting them as a family.
Organisator
Tamsin Harper
Organisator
Pleasantville, NY