Funded Items

A great day out

Tom, who has cerebral palsy with complex needs, was after an attendant controlled powerchair, a chair not available through wheelchair services. We were able to help by making a contribution to a new wheelchair. Dad has written to say - "Tom is already venturing into places that he couldn’t access in his old manual chair. We can now go whizzing up hills without any effort. And without your generosity – and that of your funders – this wouldn’t have happened.”

The right wheelchair

Powered Wheelchair

This lovely lady, who has multiple sclerosis, was looking for a new wheelchair. Her previous wheelchair was beyond repair and all that was available via statutory means was too large to manoeuvre around the house. She was having to use her old manual wheelchair at home which she was not able to push herself so had to rely on her husband every time she wanted to move. We were able to help with a grant for a new power wheelchair. Unfortunately due to supply issues it has taken months and months and months but finally the new wheelchair arrived, “Thank you for your support! Much appreciated. Thank you once again for your love and support which has made such a difference to my wife’s and my life.”

Longer walks for Hamble

Kelsey has been using both a powered wheelchair and a manual wheelchair for the past 6 years. The powered wheelchair allows Kelsey to cover longer distances but isn't very comfortable and is difficult to transport. The manual wheelchair has a huge benefits including exercise but Kelsey has to rely of friends to push her as she tires quickly. The solution was a powered attachment for her manual wheelchair. Unfortunately there is no statutory funding for these. DTD Charity was able to help with funding toward a SMOOV and now Kelsey and her assistant dog Hamble can enjoy longer walks together. Kelsey writes, 'Hamble and I went to meet up with friends for some lunch and for the first time we didn't need someone to meet me at my car and push me to the restaurant. I was also able to take Hamble to some grass to toilet instead of asking a friend to do it!' We call that a result.

A very happy Alan

Unfortunatley we are not able to accept mobility scooter applications at the moment.

We were able to Alan, who has Charcot Marie Tooth disease, and his daughter, who attends a special school, with funding for a mobility scooter. Alan writes, 'Now I can pick my daughter up from school and we can go out again without any worries as I can not lie all of the stress before was really getting me down which I'm so pleased to say it has stopped now I can go out without the worry of the little things stopped us. I can take my daughter outside again to do activities like picking leaves and acorns at the moment it's just amazing words can't express how truly grateful I am. Thanks to everyone at DTD.'

Powered Wheelchair

Kevin has facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy. This means a progressive muscle degeneration, with increasing weakness and loss of bulk of muscles. A powered wheelchair was recommended for Kevin and DTD Charity was able to fund the full amount needed to purchase it. We were delighted to hear from Kevin a few weeks after he took delivery of new wheelchair when he wrote to say, "it has made my life so much better, have been out on it a lot".

Electric wheelchair

DTD Charity is delighted to have been able to help Mark fund his new wheelchair. He was born with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenital and his specialist chair allows him to move around independently.

Mark writes, "I am so thrilled with it.  I can already feel a huge difference in my comfort. Thank you so much for your kind pledge."

When the Covid restrictions abate Mark will be able to get out and about again and once more be able to get down to the local pool to enjoy his weekly swim.

Smart Drive

Following a road traffic accident in his teens Rob became a full-time wheelchair user. After many years of use Rob’s shoulders were being to give him increased pain and were making it particularly difficult for him to manoeuvre on uneven surfaces. DTD Charity was able to help with funding toward a Smart Drive and Rob has written to say what a difference it has made especially as he has been able to avoid shoulder surgery. He has also been able to spend more quality time outdoors with his grandson, a real bonus in this very strange year.

A safe space to sleep

Just before lockdown we were able to help Danny who is non-verbal autistic and struggles with sleeping. His mum writes to say, “Thank you so much for all your help in getting the safe space bed . It has  been amazing . It’s a life changing piece of equipment . Danny’s sleep routine has been so much more settled and I have piece of mind knowing he’s safe and the fact that Danny loves it so much is a added bonus! Sending big thanks”. 

Mobility Scooter

Unfortunatley we are not able to accept mobility scooter applications at the moment.

Left as a below knee amputee after a teenage accident Rob was finding it increasing difficult to get out and about. DTD Charity has been able to help with funding for a mobility scooter.

Muscular Dystrophy Wheelchair

DTD Charity was able to help a 27 year old Leicester man who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy by contributing towards his new wheelchair. His mum wrote to say, ‘I must say a big thank you as this wouldn't have been possible to achieve without you. You have really made a big difference to my son’s quality of life and we will be grateful always.’ 

Wheelchair

Paige has limited mobility due to cerebral palsy. She is in an elite level wheelchair racer and has recently started a new job at the Matt Hampson Foundation. DTD Charity was able to help with funding towards a new day chair. She writes, ‘My chair promotes, correctly supported seating and helps with maintaining posture and comfort when in use on a daily basis. I wouldn't be without it, it has made the world of difference and gives me my independence. Thanks again for your support.’

Mobility Scooter

Unfortunatley we are not able to accept mobility scooter applications at the moment.

Six months ago Ieva was involved in a road traffic accident which has left her with life-changing injuries. Having recovered from length surgery and a period of rehabilitation Ieva now is able to walk short distances with 2 sticks. Longer distances cause pain and discomfort. DTD Charity were able to help with the purchase of a scooter. Ieva is delighted to be re-gaining her independence and freedom.

A new trike

Dominic has Kabuki syndrome, low muscle tone, speech and learning disability. His developmental delay means he needs help with all aspects of his daily life and personal care.  Although Dominic cannot stand unaided he loves outdoor activities and had enjoyed family days out on a trike which he outgrew. DTD Charity were able to help with a replacement trike which can be pushed from behind which will help with Dominic’s leg muscle tone or attached to a bike and towed along by the pedal power of mum or dad. On a good day Dominic will be able to propel himself.

Brenda and Zoe trying out a Vest

Cystic Fibrosis is an inherited genetic disease that affects over 10,000 people in the UK. A thick, sticky mucus accumulates in the lungs, pancreas, intestines and other organs causing a wide range of challenging symptoms. The Wolfson CF Centre is the regional adult centre based at City Hospital, Nottingham and DTD Charity was able to help with funding for two High Frequency Chest Wall Oscilliation Vests. A vest is usually worn for 20-30 minutes for up to 3-4 times a day and can be a useful alternative for some people who are not able spend hours a day doing physiotherapy and taking nebulised treatments to alleviate symptoms and minimize lung infections.

Re-bound Therapy

Peter, 1, lives in supported living in Nottinghamshire. He has severe autism and learning disabilities together with challenging behaviour. Peter loved his trampoline which had a wonderful calming effect on him. Unfortunately it was old and became unsafe for him to use. DTD Charity was able to help with a new in-ground trampoline which was suitable for both Peter and his housemate. This will help with both sensory experiences and exercise. One of Peter's carers writes to say, "I would like to thank you for your donations and contributions to the installation of this, it is proving to be of great benefit."

Nicola's Electric Wheelchair

Nicola has cerebral palsy and was no longer able to manage her manual wheelchair. She and her family had saved hard to allow Nicola to fund the adaptations of her own home in Birmingham to allow her to live independent. She had to defer her college teaching course as the electric chair temporarily provided by Wheelchair Services was just not suitable. A number of charities, including DTD Charity were able to help by contributing towards a suitable chair for Nicola. She writes to say, "The Dragon powerchair really is fantastic, thanks so much for your support with purchasing it: it makes my busy life better and easier in so many ways, from social interaction with people standing up, to playing with my cat on the floor, to picking things up if I drop them, and getting underneath tables of varying heights, due to its ability to change height to such a great degree."

Electric Wheelchair

In Dominic’s own words - ‘I am writing to say a big thank you for the £2,000 you donated towards a new powered wheelchair. Along with some funding from other charities I managed to get enough funds to purchase the chair. As you can see I now have my new chair and I love it. It has lights and indicators and it has a micro-control which I can manage even though I don’t have much strength in my hands. I feel so much more confident. Thank you once again. Dominic’

Through-floor Lift

After an acute illness Hazel had to have one leg amputated above the knee. She has worked hard with her physio and is aiming to return to work as soon as she can. Hazel lives in a typical Victorian terrace with an extremely steep staircase. After much discussion and debate she was advised that in no circumstances should she try to climb the stairs herself and that unfortunately the staircase was not suitable for a stairlift. Hazel was facing a future of sleeping alone downstairs but DTD Charity were able to help with some funding towards a through floor lift. She is now able to safely access the bedroom and bathroom and Hazel wanted to thank all involved with making this happen for her.

Mobility Scooter

Unfortunatley we are not able to accept mobility scooter applications at the moment.

Gillian's chronic back pain had left her incontinent and unable to walk more than a few paces. Although Wheelchair Services had supplied her with an indoor electric wheelchair they wouldn't provide an outdoor one due to access problems. This meant that Gillian was very isolated and lacked any independence. DTD Charity was able to help with the purchase of a mobility scooter. At Christmas Gillian wrote to say how her life had greatly improved with the scooter and how she was enjoying getting out and about. It was lovely to hear about such a positive outcome.

Hand-cycle

Andrew, who lives in the West Midlands was given a medical discharge from the Army having served for 9 years. His knee injury continued to worsen and now Andrew uses a wheelchair 90% of the time. Having lived an outdoor and active life Andrew managed to keep his mind engaged but struggled to remain physically fit. Andrew raised half the money towards a hand-cycle and DTD Charity was able to help by funding the remainder. Within a few weeks Andrew was able to increase the distance he could cycle and wrote to say, "Thanks again for helping me get this wonderful machine."