Thomas is 17 years old and faces daily challenges with cerebral palsy, global learning delay and anxieties.

His cerebral palsy effects his legs predominately and his main mode of transport is via a wheelchair. Throughout multiple times of Thomas's childhood he has operated a number of manual wheelchairs to get him around. His current chair purchased 5.5 years ago has in recent times become unsuited to his change of needs and to his change in physical stature.

We are looking to secure a custom built wheelchair that is tailored to his size, seating posture and physical capabilities. The design and portability of the wheelchair due to it's weight and portability features will enable him to travel with his support workers (in their own cars) rather than rely on an adaptive vehicle with his electric chair.

The enormous benefit of the design of the wheelchair is its lightweight but extremely robust frame. Despite Tom's cerebral palsy effecting his left arm he will be able to independently move around without anyone pushing him.

This fundraise is also looking to secure a battery power back wheel that can be operated via a watch strap. This amazing mobility aid will assist him up steep hills in Ross-on-Wye so he can independently move around without limitations.

Thomas over the years has enjoyed the joy and thrill of a battery powered trike to his existing wheelchair. Over the last 5.5 years Thomas has used it on many occasions when cycling with the family, camping or walking along country lanes. Sadly his existing trike is not compatible to his future wheelchair.

Thomas is a determined individual who is encouraged not to rely on others but to source ways to overcome challenges.

Would you consider donating towards Thomas's new mobility aids to enable him to be even more independent as he enters into early adulthood and beyond.

Your donation will provide him with a new level of freedom that will enhance his quality of life.