Stories

12-year-old Jacob is a loving and lively child who lives with his mum, his dad, his little brother, and his baby sister. With a new Safe Space Voyager Bed funded by Variety, the Children’s Charity, Jacob can stay over at his grandparents’ house, allowing his parents to get a good night’s rest knowing that he is safe.

19-year-old Liam has been finding success in wheelchair basketball since receiving a custom-fit wheelchair from Variety, the Children’s Charity.

Daniel received funding for an all-terrain powered wheelchair from Variety six years ago when he was 17-years-old. Now 23-years-old, Dan is thriving in his own home and living a fulfilling, independent life.

18-year-old Dan first received a sports powered wheelchair from Variety when he was 14-years-old. His mum, Sam, talks about Dan’s journey to overcoming his mental health issues.

Five-year-old Jude has spastic diplegic Cerebral Palsy, which means he is unable to walk. Since receiving a Tiny Trax powered wheelchair from Variety, he has been gaining independence, as well as discovering woodland walks and muddy parks.

16-year-old Illias has been storming ahead in the world of wheelchair racing, taking part in international competitions and building a fantastic sporting career.

10-year-old Harry is an active young boy with many hobbies, including attending the school robotics club, fencing, and sailing. Last year, he came second in sailing in the summer regatta. Harry has a rare muscle condition called Titinopathy, which causes muscle weakness and loss of strength. Since receiving an all terrain powered wheelchair from Variety, he has been loving life, exploring his local area and going on a school residential with his friends.

18-year-old Andrew is a highly motivated athlete who is building a successful wheelchair tennis career after a 3-year long classification battle.

19-year-old Yassine has taken the wheelchair basketball world by storm since coming to Variety for his own sports chair.

18-year-old Maddie is an ambitious young woman with passion and dedication to her sport – wheelchair basketball. Since starting the game in 2016, she has come a long way, even having the chance to go to the Paralympics in Paris next year.