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We are raising funds so we can author and illustrate a book designed to support children affected by ALD and their siblings. The primary goal is to support children, to build emotional resilience and openness to talk and ask questions following the diagnosis of a rare disease.

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  • Health/Wellbeing Health/​Wellbeing
  • Information/Advice Information/​Advice
  • Mental Health Mental Health
  • Beneficiaries

    • Children (3-18) Children (3-18)
    • Other Other

    Situation

    Our research shows how both an affected child and their sibling’s life can change following diagnosis. For the sibling of the affected child they can easily become a ‘shadow’. Often the needs of the affected child, e.g. hospital appointments, take priority over the siblings. Family dynamics will change, children will see their parents upset, they will hear a lot of confusing words they do not understand. There are no child focused resources available for the siblings of affected children.

    Solution

    A resource to be utilised by families following a diagnosis of ALD, where sometimes more than one child is diagnosed. Described from the perspective of a child whose sibling has been diagnosed with ALD it will show the experience of the situation, one that is relatable and understandable for children. Alongside practical information, we’ll include the emotional support with key messaging being of hope, playfulness, joy and how a sibling’s relationship can play a supportive role.

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    100%
    Categories

  • Health/Wellbeing Health/​Wellbeing
  • Information/Advice Information/​Advice
  • Mental Health Mental Health
  • Beneficiaries

    • Children (3-18) Children (3-18)
    • Other Other