"Help Us Raise £50,000 to Build Winnie the Safe, Accessible Home She Deserves"

This page has been created to support 9‑year‑old Winnie D’Arcy’s health, comfort, and development as she grows.

Winnie lives with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (Brittle Bone Disease) and Autism. Her condition is extremely severe: she has endured hundreds of fractures, and even the smallest movement can be dangerous — a sneeze can break a rib. She has already undergone 12 operations and endured 100's of fractures.

We are raising funds for Winnie’s ongoing medical needs and to adapt the family home so it can fully support her long‑term independence. In 2026, this means creating downstairs living for Winnie: a new bedroom, a fully adapted wet room, and the specialist equipment needed for washing, lifting, and daily care.

To make this possible, we urgently need to raise **£50,000**. This work is essential and far beyond what the family can manage alone.

Winnie’s Daily Reality

Winnie requires full‑time care from people who understand both her physical needs and her emotional world. She is a full‑time wheelchair user and needs assistance with all mobility.

In 2022, Winnie, her mum Emma, dad Steve, and sister Haze moved into a home with the potential to be adapted for her future needs. The family spend much of their time at home, so creating a safe, accessible space is vital.

Around the same time, they learned that the treatment Winnie had received for five years was not improving her bone strength, making the need for a supportive environment even more urgent.

Her January 2023 operation led to a long recovery, keeping her out of school for months and placing emotional and financial strain on the family. Yet Winnie continues to make progress and surprises everyone with her determination.

“Winnie is an intelligent, creative little girl who knows exactly what she likes. We want to give her every opportunity in life, just like any parent would. That’s why we work so hard to fundraise for her, and we’re grateful to anyone who supports her journey.”

Future fundraising will help support:

- Essential home adaptations

- Specialist equipment

- Ongoing medical needs

- Resources that support Winnie’s comfort, development, and independence

Why We Fundraise Through Tree of Hope

All fundraising is managed through Tree of Hope, a UK charity supporting children with medical and developmental needs.

Fundraising through Tree of Hope ensures:

- Every penny raised is spent only on Winnie’s health, care, and wellbeing

- Donations can receive Gift Aid, stretching your support further

- All spending is monitored for transparency and accountability

- Donors can feel confident their contribution is used exactly as intended

Thank You for Supporting Winnie

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast, and secure. Your contribution goes directly to Tree of Hope, ensuring your support is used transparently and exclusively for Winnie’s needs.

Together, we can reach the **£50,000** needed to give Winnie the safe, accessible home she deserves.