With your help the charity has been able to:
Throughout every service we provide for families we work on the following skills:
Gross Motor Skills:
"Joseph has been attending Dame Vera Lynn Children's Charity since February 2017. He now sits better and enjoys feeding himself and turning the pages of his books,as well as picking up and handing us objects. With support he can now stand up really well and take a few steps. The service has definitely helped our family - seeing our son make progress has been the biggest reward, but it has also been really uplifting to meet people so willing to help us and also to be able to speak to other parents in similar situations." Magda Mallows
Fine Motor Skills:
"We have been made to feel so welcome at Dame Vera Lynn Children's Charity. Each week is different yet building on existing skills. Joey's arms are already so much loser, thanks to the fabulous stretches we have been shown. He is also able to focus on objects and people. We are so excited about how Joey will continue to progress." Dawn Bean
Communication Skills:
"Carol, the Charities Outreach Worker, comes to visit us at home on a Monday or Thursday. Seren really enjoys these visits and has started to sign, use the drum and is grabbing Carol's hand to put onto toys which is her way of communicating. She is also playing with water and bubbles and her sensory skills have improved so much." Annabel Mason
Social Skills:
"The change in Alice has been incredible. The cerebral palsy affects her balance, but this has improved greatly and she now falls much less. Her core and leg strength have both improved meaning she can walk unaided for longer periods. An unexpected gain has been regarding her social and communication skills. Alice is now concentrating for short periods, previously her concentration was very poor. She is now interacting with the team and developing a much closer bond with her twin sister Emily. As a result Alice is becoming a more content, confident and much happier little girl." Anna Manga
Self-care Skills:
Emotional Wellbeing:
Resources:
"I just want to take this opportunity to thank you for everything you do for Liam. We have noticed a remarkable change in Liam since he began the sessions and that's all down to your hard work and perseverance. He is gradually coming out of his shell and participating more and more. We as a family are very proud of the progress he has made, so thank you!" Alison Paine
Support at home
Conductive Education Sessions Parent Support Network Outreach Services Music Therapy Swimming Sessions Messy Play Sensory Sessions
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