Christmas Appeal
Help families like Jude's feel unstoppable this Christmas
“They told me that my baby Jude might not survive”
Taylor Hardie was like any other expectant mum when she went along to a routine 20-week scan with her husband Greg. She was pregnant with their second baby, a little brother for Theo who was four years old.
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“During the scan, the room went silent and my heart was racing.
“After what felt like forever, we were given the news that our baby had spina bifida and hydrocephalus. I was stunned.
“I didn’t know where to turn. I felt lost.”
Taylor found Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Scotland’s website and saw pictures of children with spina bifida smiling, thriving, and doing all the things people told her that her child would never do.
“When I got in touch with the charity, the first thing they said was ‘congratulations’. I can’t tell you how much it meant to hear that.”
By donating to Spina Bifida Hydrocephalus Scotland’s Christmas Appeal, you are providing vital support to support mums like Taylor when they feel like they can’t do much more.
“You give me hope when I need it most.”
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“Jude is thriving and is so excited about Christmas.
“His condition isn’t everything, it’s not his whole being. Yes, he has spina bifida and hydrocephalus, there are times when it’s hard, but he’s so determined, he loves being very independent. He’s just full of character.
“He’s a typical three year old just causing havoc; he is an absolute livewire.
“He can’t wait for Santa to come.”
The gift you give by donating to SBH Scotland’s Christmas Appeal is bigger than anything Santa can bring.
“When Jude goes to SBH Scotland’s Groups and social events, he’ll say ‘that’s like me!’
“He gets to spend quality time with other children who use wheelchairs and walking aids at these activities, and he feels connected and included. Greg and I can share experiences with other parents. That solidarity is so important.
“My absolute joy is seeing Jude with his best friend in the whole world, his big brother Theo. Their bond is so special, and I love watching them together.
“At SBH Scotland’s Groups, they have the time, space and freedom to just play.”
“Jude and my family still need your support.
“Your gift to SBH Scotland this Christmas means there will still be someone there to talk when I need it most; a network of people to listen and understand.
“You are standing with children like Jude and families like mine, giving us the strength to be unstoppable.
“Your gift today will light the dark moments, helping families like mine towards a brighter future.”
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Supporting SBH Scotland’s Christmas Appeal will help ensure that families like Taylor’s have the support they need to navigate the challenges they face. It will also ensure that Jude, and children like him all across Scotland, have the support they need to feel unstoppable and reach their full potential.
Any donation you can give will have a big impact on the support we can give to all those who need our help, ensuring no one is left to cope alone.
- £10 donation can help fund make contact with a family in crisis, providing them with a dedicated support worker
- £20 donation can help fund activities at Groups, allowing children to have fun and enjoy playing with friends
- £50 donation can help fund a support visit to a child’s home. Giving families the strength to cope during the most challenging times.
- £100 donation can help fund our Family Support Groups across Scotland. Spaces where children and adults can be themselves. Where they can be proud of who they are. Where they can feel unstoppable.
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Other ways to Donate:
- Call 03455 211 600 (Monday to Friday 9am – 4pm) to donate via Credit/Debit Card
- Send a Cheque, made payable to ‘SBH Scotland’ to SBH Scotland, The Dan Young Building, 6 Craighalbert Way, Dullatur, N. Lanarkshire, G68 0LS.
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