I'm raising £15,000 to help my beautiful disabled child with Rett Syndrome get back home into my loving care. My child, age 13, was taken from me in October 2024 and placed in residential care under the suspicion of neglect. I have been fighting tirelessly to get her back, but it has been an incredibly challenging journey. Legal aid will not cover the extensive time it takes to prepare a proper defense and give me the best chance at a fair trial. I faced an arrest days ago that felt unjust and overwhelming. Now, I am in desperate need of a skilled criminal lawyer who can protect my rights and demonstrate that I am not neglectful.If I lose this battle, the consequences could be dire—not only for me but for my child as well. Last year was particularly difficult due to a severe curve in their spine that affected their mobility and overall health. In seeking second opinions from a private team of doctors who advised on bowel interventions, I now face accusations of harm that have led to criminal charges against me. Instead of receiving understanding and support, this harsh action has deeply affected both myself and my child. Everything I did was under medical guidance from professionals we consulted with and I am innocent. I urgently need your help because if I do not secure the best criminal lawyer now, I risk facing jail time. My child needs their mother; we have spent every moment together since birth. The thought of being separated is devastating and would be detrimental to their well-being. Please consider supporting us in any way you can. Private legal fees accumulate quickly, and since losing custody of my child, I've also lost my job as their primary caregiver due to health issues that prevent me from working. I long to hold my child in my arms again—to share precious moments together while we still can. Only with your support can we hope for a brighter future where we can live happily together once more.