“Her body was the size of a biro pen,” Angel’s mother Sumira says, reflecting on the roller coaster ride after her daughter’s birth.
Eight years later Angel still has very complex medical needs plus asthma and learning difficulties but Sumira can’t stress enough what a difference the Breathe Magic Intensive Therapy Programme made in Angel’s life.
“This was a great chance for Angel; all I can say is WOW what a difference it has made for her confidence, all the things able bodied people take for granted like tying shoelaces or pulling up your own trousers were a constant problem for her.”
The magic camp has addressed an array of Angel’s specific therapy needs from developing fine motor skills to improving social skills and interpersonal behaviour. Since taking part in the camps Angel can do magic tricks with both hands and it makes such a difference in her daily life.
Sumira was very pleased that the camp provided an opportunity for her to meet other parents in similar situations and exchange experiences and now finds she is able to relate even more to the challenges Angel faces every day.
“I think anything is possible whoever you are. Angel still has a long way to go but it is amazing how well she has improved, to see my little girl looking happy.”
