Finola is my sister and has lived with Cerebral Palsy since birth. Ramsey and I are running the 10k Scottish Half Marathon on the 24th September to raise money towards an electric wheelchair - which would give Finola more mobility and freedom to move around on her own.

Finola is reliant on others for all her daily needs. She is unable to walk or sit unsupported. Her speech and learning are affected too. She requires specialist therapy to manage her condition to minimise pain and discomfort. The Finola Trust was formed to generate funding for essential equipment, weekly Bobath therapy, specialist education and for her general wellbeing. When an individual with a long term condition, such as Cerebral Palsy, reaches adulthood in Scotland, NHS provision changes. With regards to adult wheelchair provision, you can either have a manual OR electric chair - not both. This does not meet Finola's mobility needs.

The cost of an adapted state of the art electric wheelchair is in the region on £12,000. About £9000 has already been raised so lets get some more money into the pot to finally get Finola that electric wheelchair :)

If you want to help to raise money towards a wheelchair (and Canine Partners), but also want to have a good night out, then consider joining us for the Finola & Orbit's Ceilidh & Auction Night at Dunblane Hydro Hotel. Book your tickets here.