A charity race night, hosted by Simon’s Heroes children’s charity, has raised £1810.67 thanks to the generosity of attendees and local businesses. Held at The Globe Inn in Tamworth, the event included a fish and chip supper and an evening of betting on pre-recorded horse races. The excitement was palpable...
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Local charity transforms life of 9-year-old Leo with specialist seating system
Leo Deeley, a 9-year-old from Amington, diagnosed with Dias Logan Syndrome, has received a specialist seating system from Simon’s Heroes, designed to enhance his comfort and support within the setting at Two Rivers Primary School. The syndrome caused by mutations or deletions in the BCL11A gene, is a complex condition...
Specialist trike brings joy to 6-year-old Harry
Harry Sweeney, a spirited 6-year-old diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder and sensory processing difficulties, has received a Tomcat trike thanks to Simon’s Heroes children’s charity. Harry faces challenges with everyday tasks due to his condition, including mobility and balance. This has limited his ability to participate in outdoor activities with...
Garden makeover transforms life for Billy
Eight-year-old Billy Kennedy from Tamworth, who has Autism Spectrum Condition, now has a garden that promises years of enjoyment and therapeutic benefits, thanks to the generosity of Simon’s Heroes children’s charity. Billy’s condition affects his social communication, interaction and behaviour. He struggles to engage in conversations and social activities, which...
Simon’s Heroes makes an impact at local drama group
Children’s charity, Simon’s Heroes, has agreed to fund the cost of hiring the hall at Two Rivers Primary School for IMPACT, a drama group for young people with additional needs. IMPACT is based in Tamworth, and caters for young people aged between 10-21 years of age. 50% of the group...
Local charity makes a splash at special school
Simon’s Heroes children’s charity has purchased a number of puddle suits for use by the children who attend Two Rivers Primary School and Rainbow Room. Two Rivers caters for students aged 4-11 years old, who have a range of learning and physical disabilities and associated difficulties such as autism, communication...
Teenage boy with rare genetic disorder receives life changing specialist chair from local charity
13-year-old Aaron Collins from Tamworth, who has Bardet Biedl Syndrome, has been gifted a bespoke, reinforced chair from Simon’s Heroes children’s charity, to allow him to access learning and other opportunities, as well as support his communication and interaction with others. The condition, which required him to undergo a kidney...
Local academy delighted with sensory equipment donation from children’s charity
Landau Forte Academy Greenacres now has additional resources for its sensory rooms, thanks to funding from local children’s charity, Simon’s Heroes. The school, based in Amington, caters for children aged 4-11 years old, fifty of which are on the Special Educational Needs (SEN) register. Claire Poynton, SENDCo, explained: ‘Like most...
Punters dig deep and raise £1500 for children’s charity
A sell-out virtual horse race night at The Globe Inn Tamworth, has raised £1500 for local children’s charity, Simon’s Heroes. The fundraiser, hosted by Simon’s Heroes and compere Nigel Crane, on 10th November, included a fish & chip supper, 6 thrilling races, a Grand Auction and raffle. Charlotte Abbott, Chairman,...