“Since leaving, Valentina has gone from strength to strength”
Six years ago, Valentine had a rehabilitation placement at The Children’s Trust after sustaining a brain injury aged nine. Her mum, Janine, shares how the family are doing now.
Real stories
"It was great to work with a team so knowledgeable about brain injury"
Anna’s son, Harry, was nine months old when he was diagnosed with a brain tumour. Five years on, Anna shares how the support from The Children’s Trust Community Rehabilitation Service, has helped improve their family’s quality of life.
Finding calm
How yoga helps Laura shine at The Children’s Trust School
"It’s been a real journey”
Craft-fanatic, outgoing Marnie was six years old when she experienced a stroke, leaving her with a brain injury. After the crisis was over, her family turned to The Children’s Trust Community Rehabilitation Service for support in returning to daily life.
“We both felt empowered by the support and validated and listened to as well”
Amy, aged 16, was supported by The Children’s Trust community rehabilitation service after experiencing a sustained concussion in October 2023. The Virtual ABI Team helped Amy managed her fatigue and continue her education.
Harvey’s school journey – A celebration of progress, belonging, and quality of life
Since joining The Children’s Trust School in 2014, Harvey has grown in ways that reflect the school’s mission: to support children and young people with complex needs to live the best life possible with excellent education, health, therapy, and care.
“The Children’s Trust has given Jake the chance to lead the life he wants to lead.”
When Jake was diagnosed with a brain tumour, it needed to be removed immediately. In just a few days, this active, Jiu Jitsu playing teenager lost the ability to walk, talk, eat and drink.
“The more we support children like my son, the more they will achieve.”
Siddique was three years old when he fell from a first-floor window and sustained a brain injury. His mum Shaheena shares their story and explains why it was important to her to support The Children’s Trust fundraising appeal.
A-Ling: a little FIRES-fighter
Five-year-old A-Ling came to The Children’s Trust after she developed a rare neurological disease called FIRES. Here her mum Noriko describes the distressing early days of A-Ling’s illness and the ‘unforgettable’ care the family has had here.
Finding her voice
Olivia, aged seven, has made fantastic progress at The Children’s Trust School. Olivia has Rett syndrome, which is a neurodevelopmental disorder which can affect children’s speech and mobility, leaving them unable to walk or communicate verbally.
