Libby’s lift

Libby Wells

Surrey

In order for Libby to access a bedroom on the same floor as the rest of the family a lift needs to be installed together with an accessible wet room.  By installing a lift it will allow Libby to be included in family daily life more easily and safely.  Due to her sleeping difficulties it is not appropriate for Libby to have sleeping space downstairs as her parents need to be able to get to her quickly.

Libby is a very happy girl and loves being around her family, particularly her sister and brother.  She has a large extended family and is always attending family occasions - watch this space for regular photograph postings!!  Libby also loves going to school where she has opportunities to learn using a variety of equipment and sensory resources.

To kick start the fundraising Libby's Uncle Andrew has entered the Chester Marathon which will take place on 2 October.  Libby and her family hope to cheer Andrew on and meet him at the finish line.  Click here for further information Read Andrew's story   Also Essential Energy Theatre School in Matlock, Derbyshire will be donating the proceeds from selling show programmes in October.  Anyone can raise money in whatever way they wish, or simply donate but whatever anyone does - THANK YOU!!

Libby is a happy seven year old who lives with me her mum, her dad and sister and brother in Surrey. She has a diagnosis of Global Development Delay, Cortical Visual Impairment, sleep disorders and a history of infantile spasms.

Her difficulties are complex and long term which means she has to attend a specialist school. Libby relies on us to lift and hoist her, as well as feed and attend to all her other needs. Libby’s sister and brother are twins and they play a big part in taking care of her and it is apparent from Libby’s big smiles that she loves them being around.

In order for Libby to better access everyday living she needs and is going to need further adaptations and specialist equipment in our home. We are therefore wishing to install a lift, wet room and accessible equipment so that Libby’s sleeping/bathing arrangements can remain on the same floor as the rest of us but can be accessed safely and comfortably. These adaptations will mean that all the family can safely mobilise Libby around the home and that she can be more easily included in daily family life.