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£28,775
raised of £50,000 target by 397 supporters

    Iʼve raised £28,775 to give our twins Matthew and Lucy the life changing operation they both need to be able to walk because of cerebral palsey.

    Farnborough, UK
    Funded on Wednesday, 6th February 2019

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    Matthew and Lucy Johnston are twins, the most adorable, loving, happiest twins you'll ever meet. Six months ago our lives were turned upside down after receiving the devastating news that they both have the brain damage condition known as cerebral palsy. Lucy has been diagnosed with dystonia and quadriplegia (all four limbs are affected) and Matthew with spastic diplegia (affecting both of his legs). Both have developmental delay in gross motor skills and Lucy is non verbal and cannot even sit up. We learnt of the amazing operation that could transform their little lives through consultants, newspaper articles and media coverage and knew we had to get it for them both. SDR (Selective Dorsal Rhizotomy) is a neurosurgical procedure designed to reduce spasticity (a tightness of the muscles) in the legs and ankles in children with cerebral palsy. This operation will also relieve the pain that Lucy especially suffers with. Previously only done in the USA, this revolutionary operation is now being offered to selective patients in UK based hospitals... but at a price (selective being that the child must pass an assessment to know the operation is suitable). Ranging between £40,000 and £50,000 per operation plus intensive therapy for up to two years after, this amazing opportunity can only be met with your help. We are determined our babies will walk unaided by the time they are 5 years old and lead their life with other children as mainstream as possible and for that we are asking for your help. Thank you in advance from the bottom of our hearts

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    • Nicola Johnston6 years ago
      Nicola Johnston

      Nicola Johnston

      6 years ago

      The twins amazing God Father .. James Turner - sponsor of Luke Humphries who has just made it through to the last 8 in the world darts championships 2019, did this for them last night and the support has been overwhelming.... tune into tonight at 7pm to Sky Sports to see Luke take on Michael Smith for a place in the semi final.....The twins are right behind you Luke, GOOD LUCK xxxx

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    • Nicola Johnston6 years ago
      Nicola Johnston

      Nicola Johnston

      6 years ago

      So 2018 is nearly over and we are almost half way to our total needed of £50,000. You guys have been amazing and the support and words of encouragement have been overwhelming. No one gets asked for these difficulties with their children but God works in mysterious ways and we as parents have been chosen to support these precious children in their journey. We are doing the best we can and our best is reflected in all of you amazing people who relentlessly support us as a family so thank you. We hope you all had a great Christmas x

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    • Nicola Johnston6 years ago
      Nicola Johnston

      Nicola Johnston

      6 years ago
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      1/4 OF THE WAY THERE....YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING AND WE ARE TOTALLY BLOWN AWAY BY ALL OF YOUR SUPPORT SO THANK YOU

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    Supporters

    397

    • Anonymous

      Anonymous

      Feb 5, 2019

      £50.00

    • Craig allnutt

      Craig allnutt

      Feb 4, 2019

      Louisa's half marathon. A great cause.

    • Anonymous

      Anonymous

      Feb 4, 2019

      Good luck

      £50.00

    • John the Painter

      John the Painter

      Feb 1, 2019

      Xxx

      £250.00

    • Anonymous

      Anonymous

      Jan 31, 2019

    • Adrian Dunham

      Adrian Dunham

      Jan 31, 2019

      Good luck to the twins Nicki

      £50.00

    • Anonymous

      Anonymous

      Jan 29, 2019

      £20.00

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