All kids deserve a fair go.
Variety – the Children’s Charity supports kids and families who are facing many challenges through sickness, disadvantage or living with Special Needs.
Our work allows kids to gain mobility, to get out and about in the community, to communicate, achieve independence and increase their self-esteem. We make sure the kids who miss out, can always join in.
Jayden's Story
As a full-time carer for his son Jayden, who has the rare brain formation disorder, Lissencephaly, dad Michael said he always has something to worry about, but recently Variety – the Children’s Charity NSW was able to step in and alleviate some of his stress by granting a DMO Suit, Sandal Raiser and PEG feeds for Jayden.
Erin's Story
Variety – the Children’s Charity NSW has helped 10 year old Erin of Smithfield reclaim her confidence and self-esteem, by providing a specialised wig for the young girl, who lives with alopecia.
Alopecia is an autoimmune disease that affects hair growth on the scalp and entire body which results in minor or complete hair loss with slim chances of regrowth, for which there is no cure.
Brandon's Story
Despite having Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and no longer able to walk, 16 year old Brandon Stroud from Canberra is embracing life.
Brandon is getting out and about at every opportunity thanks to the generous help of Variety – the Children’s Charity who have assisted with a significant vehicle modification to the family car to enable him greater mobility.
Eva's Story
There is no one else in the world quite like four-year-old Eva Pym.
Two weeks after Eva’s birth, genetic testing indicated she has a rare chromosomal deletion disorder; she is the only known child in the world with this particular deletion.
The chromosomal disorder means Eva has severe movement and mobility delays and development and language delays.
Meet Joel
At 12 months old, Bronnie Everingham noticed her son, Joel was not putting any weight on his feet nor showing the typical milestones for his age of trying to stand.
After consulting a paediatrician, Joel was diagnosed with global developmental delay, characterised by low muscle tone and told that he may never walk.
Help when it’s needed most
Every child deserves the chance to be the best they can be, to get the most out of life, regardless of their ability or background.
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Ways that we help
Mobility
Variety helps children gain independence and freedom by providing financial support for things like wheelchairs, walking frames, hoists and vehicle modifications.
Medical
Variety helps families care for children with a medical condition in their own home by providing vital medical items and equipment like feeds, nappies, orthotics, seizure alarms and sensory equipment.
Schools and organisations
Variety helps schools and organisations with things like all-ability playgrounds, Liberty swings (modified for special needs), and sunshine coaches for transporting children, which can be wheelchair modified.
To children and families in need, who can’t afford specialist care and equipment, and when government support isn’t available.