Emileigh’s mobility trike aid.

My daughter Emileigh is 5 years of age. She was diagnosed with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) at the age of 1. Emileigh has two weekly injections which lower her immune system, which she is supported by with community nurses. She also attends hospital on a weekly basis for various appointments (rheumatology, ophthalmology, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and  orthotics). Emileigh has recently been fitted for leg splints which she currently has to wear everyday, all day. Despite all this Emileigh is both courageous and outgoing. She is a very determined child who endeavours to lead as normal life as a 5 year old can.
 Emileigh’s physiotherapist has recommended that she would benefit from the use of a trike. At present Emileigh struggles to get to and from school with her friends because she’s embarrassed to go in a pushchair when she’s tired. I could take her in the car but this would socially isolate her, plus it restricts her motability. 
 I am trying to raise some of the money towards the trike but recognise that it is quite a large sum that we need. It is imperative that Emileigh benefits from the use of a trike as she has just started the new term of year 1.
 The support would mean that Emileigh is more independent and the mobility aid is more age appropriate than a pushchair. We would so grateful for any donations, however small because we realise that £2000 is a huge amount to raise. 

If you donate our family would like to pass on our appreciation and gratitude for your kindness.