Contacts

Alder Hey Children's Charity,

E Prescot Rd.,

Liverpool,

L14 5AB

info@alderheycharity.org

+44 151 252 5716
Deliver the Magic Appeal

Help us bring magic to children and young people at Alder Hey

Our Deliver the Magic Appeal needs your support to fund magical experiences such as music and art provisions to support children and young people at Alder Hey. Our workshops, practitioners and programmes make such a difference to the wellbeing of patients and families across the hospital, and with your support, we can Deliver the Magic every day!

A donation of just £12 can help us ensure that children and young people like Shaemus receive the best of Alder Hey Magic.

Six-year-old Shaemus was born with Jeunes syndrome, a rare form of congenital dwarfism which affects about 1 in 126,000 births. Alongside this Shaemus has also been battling chronic kidney disease requiring daily dialysis and has Caroli disease of the liver, a rare genetic condition.

“The magic and entertainment at Alder Hey is crucial for a child's wellbeing during difficult times and when they are feeling at their lowest. Shaemus especially loves seeing Barrington, who Shaemus fondly calls ‘the magic man’. His whole world lights up when he sees him and has to shout him from across the hospital. Barrington makes him laugh so much he takes his breath away and helps him to forget he is in hospital.”

Sarah went on to explain: “We have also experienced the music sessions on the ward during our long stays and all the staff and musicians are friendly, patient and understanding. Shaemus loves the music as it is an easy distraction for him to smile, move and interact with. It’s also a massive help for me to step out for a few minutes to breathe and grab a coffee so I can reset!”

Every year, so many children spend time in hospital, away from their homes and families. By supporting the Deliver the Magic Appeal, your generosity will bring hope and happiness to these brave young patients and make sure that they get the hospital experience they all deserve.

A donation of just £12 can help us ensure that children and young people like Shaemus receive the best of  Alder Hey Magic. Can you help us? Please support our appeal by donating using the button below.