Isla's story

Dancing with Sammy

“When she began to dance, she came alive. It was the first time she had been out of her wheelchair in as long as we could remember!”

Quinns’ Story

“Our entire world stopped when Quinns became unwell.”

Amy’s Story

“Through all of Amy’s stays and appointments, ECHC has been there to make her time in hospital more bearable – even fun.”

Jilly’s Hospital Journey

“ECHC’s Hub gave Jilly somewhere she could go every day, helping to get her out of her hospital room and keep her busy and entertained.”

Elise’s Story

“Any hospital stay or major surgery is stressful and upsetting, but everyone has been so good to us.”

Ava’s Story

“ECHC’s Hub was a fantastic distraction from the day to day stress of being in hospital and really helped Ava recover.”

Hector the Hero

“Dear Santa, this Christmas we just want Hector to be at home with us.”

Noah’s Letter to Santa

“Dear Santa, this Christmas I just want to be better.”

Macy’s Christmas Wish

“Dear Santa, this Christmas I wish my hair would grow back like my mummy’s.”

Amelia’s Story

“Amelia is in hospital so frequently and it is mentally and physically exhausting seeing your child so unwell.”

Cian’s Story

“Hospital is all we’ve ever known.”

Isla’s Story

By the time Isla was 9, her left leg was 8cm shorter than her right, and she began the gruelling leg-lengthening process.