Our cousin Hadley broke her back when the beam of a swing set fell on her on the 28th September. It has been nearly 5 weeks since the accident and she's doing tremendously well in rehabilitation. We love visiting her in hospital, her positive attitude and smiles always make us want to go back again as soon as possible. It’s such an enjoyable experience seeing her progression through rehab. Last time we were there she was showing us all her newly developed wheelchair skills. 

She is staying at Stanmore hospital with Uncle Mark for her rehabilitation, and will be there for a couple more months. 

Individuals who are affected by spinal cord injuries lose muscle and sensory control and many become full time wheelchair uses for the rest of their lives. Apsire offers practical support to 40,000 people living with a spinal injury in the UK.  It's support helps individuals lead fulfilled and independent lives. 

To raise money for Aspire we will be swimming 22 miles between us, which is equivalent to the width of the Channel. Hadley will even be swimming some herself!

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Thank you in advance for any support.