Real stories

Becki was hit by a car at the age of 14 in 2006 – her new poetry book looks back at life since and she explains how writing has helped her.

Three years after Haydn’s life-threatening accident, which resulted in a brain injury, Haydn has finished another year at college with great success.

The charity Scope pulled together some fantastic cheap and cheerful ideas to help get you through the long summer holidays – ideas came from parents at Scope’s online community.

In October 2019 Valentina fell forwards off the banister in her family home. Mum Janine shares their story.

Harry had his first seizure in September 2016. They continued, becoming more physical, until Harry was diagnosed with Rasmussen Encephalitis in summer 2017. Mum Nikki shares their story.

As Millie celebrates her milestone birthday, mum Sam reflects on the past 18 years and talks about Millie's complex medical needs, therapies and support at The Children's Trust School.

In December 2017 Rafe was born prematurely at 29 weeks. Mum Nicola shares their story. 

Joey, 16, tells us about her brain injury at the age of 12, determination to recover and how her ‘second chance’ has led her to inspire others.

In September 2020, 11-year-old Mikail was on his way to school with his dad, Faisal, when their car was involved in a serious accident. Mum Ro shares their story.

Henry was diagnosed with encephalitis at the age of four. Mum Andrea talks about changes in his behaviour following his brain injury and seeking support.