Failsworth mum running 10K to raise funds for daughter with cerebral palsy

Hannah's diagnosis of Cerebral Palsy
Hannah Cadinouche, 13, was born a day over her due date via emergency C-section due to her heart rate going high and very low.

A few days later Hannah had a seizure which made her very lethargic and the next day she was admitted to hospital at four days old.

Mum Tabby Hussain, 46, who works as a receptionist at the Nuffield Health gym in Didsbury said: ‘The first month of her life was spent in the high dependence unit in hospital. I was told Hannah had a brain injury, was severely sight impaired, epilepsy and that she would not sit up, stand walk or talk.

‘But fast forward eleven years and Hannah has come on leaps and bounds thanks to intensive physio, hydro pool swimming, stander, walker, splints and her wheelchair.’

Fundraising for Hydrotherapy and Garden Adaptations 
Tabby is raising money for hydrotherapy to support Hannah’s movement and build strength to help her become more independent. She also hopes to adapt their garden so that Hannah can more easily use her adapted trike and an accessible swing can be put up. The renovations are likely to cost around £16,000.

Fundraising challenges planned
Tabby added: ‘I’m quite nervous about the 10K as it’s the first one I’ve done alone. But anything which helps raise funds to help Hannah is worth it.’

‘I’m also collecting prizes for a raffle to be held at work and people have already been very generous. But every little helps and if anyone wants to donate to help Hannah I’m always hugely grateful.’

Real Life Impact of Fundraising
‘Hannah is a sociable girl, a huge Manchester United fan who loves being out and about and being around people, as well as music, especially rap and anything with a strong beat. Like any mother I just want the best for her, and physio and an accessible garden will make a huge difference to her.’

Support from Children's Charity, Tree of Hope
The family is being supported by children’s charity Tree of Hope, which helps families raise money for children and young people like Hannah for medical treatments and healthcare services not freely available to them through the NHS and social care. The charity provides fundraising guidance, campaign development, financial management, charity registration and emotional support from the Family Support team. Families like Hannah’s benefit from gift aid, corporate support while also providing donor reassurance.

Support Hannah's Fundraising Campaign
To learn more about Hannah or to donate to her fund visit  https://www.treeofhope.org.uk/get-involved/childrens-campaigns/hannah-cadinouche/