Through a series of bad decisions, a young man with little support quickly found himself in deep financial trouble.  His deteriorating financial situation, often left him for weeks with no money and consequently little food.

Fortunately, with the assistance from DSC and support agency One 2 One, the young man is now receiving support with financial management, mentoring and  living in affordable group housing.  WA Charity Direct assisted on this journey by paying a few weeks rent to help alleviate some of the financial pressure

The Multiple Sclerosis Society of WA (MSWA),  referred a client’s request to WA Charity Direct for home modifications.  This lady has been living with MS from a young age and is now high care and requires 24 hour assistance from her family carer.

To ensure living at home remains viable, WA Charity Direct funded wheelchair access modifications.  The home modifications has led to a better quality of life due to  access to the family areas and the rear garden.

Beau Potter was diagnosed at birth with Distal Arthrogryposis, which is weakness of the lower limbs.  This  condition has led Beau to become fully dependant on a manual wheelchair.

To help with the differing terrains, WA Charity Direct funded a free wheel attachment for the wheelchair.  This attachment allows Beau to manoeuvre his chair across all surfaces in particular grassed areas.

A referral from a WA Charity Direct supporter introduced us to the Yeo Family.  Tragically the Father, Hugh Yeo, passed away in November 2013, leaving his 3 children orphaned.  WA Charity Direct responded by contributing towards rental assistance, which has now ensured that the children can stay together and in an area close to their TAFE and High Schools.

Andre is 5 years old and has been  diagnosed with Autism & Global Developmental Delay.   To add to these challenges, little Andre has great difficulty sleeping, which has a profound impact on the whole family.

Upon medical recommendation, WA Charity Direct purchased  a custom made safe surround bed to assist Andre with his sleeping.  The new bed will provide a safe secure environment, which will encourage Andre to sleep better and allow him to be alert during his days at school.

Kasey Reynolds is an amazing young lady, who has been diagnosed with Coffin-Lowry Syndrome & low functioning Autism.  The most debilitating feature of Coffin-Lowry Syndrome is joint hyper mobility, which leads to lax joints, lack of stamina and muscle fatigue.  Despite this, Kasey keeps herself very active by participating in activities to increase muscle tone & stamina.  As recently as 2012, Kasey won numerous medals at the Special Olympics Regional Swimming Event.

As Kasey tires quickly with severe muscle fatigue, she relies on a wheelchair to assist with her daily activities.  The current Reynolds Family vehicle was mechanically unreliable and unable to accommodate a wheelchair.  WA Charity Direct assisted by contributing to the purchase of Kia Grand Carnival.  This has enabled the Reynolds Family to transport Kasey around and has now allowed the whole family to travel together.

Taffy Reed lives with a range of medical conditions including Muscular Dystrophy, heart disease, hearing loss and very poor vision.  Taffy regularly requires new lenses as part of her prescription, due to deteriorating vision.

WA Charity Direct purchased 2 sets of spectacles with new lenses for Taffy.

An Armadale family with an Autistic son who also suffers with severe allergies was in desperate need for a new Bathroom.  The ageing room had leaks, ceiling damage and an ongoing mould problem.

WA Charity Direct assisted by contributing a large portion of the funds towards a full bathroom renovation, which has now led to a fully functioning room and a much healthier environment.

Deegan Brown was born with Spastic Diplegia Cerebral Palsy and is unable to walk and completely relies on his devoted Mum, Melanie.  In a normal week, Deegan’s condition requires numerous therapy and medical appointments.  Melanie’s vehicle was no longer coping with the amount of travel required to support Deegan’s needs.

After selling the old vehicle, WA Charity Direct assisted Melanie and Deegan  by providing the remaining funds to purchase a suitable vehicle.  Melanie is most grateful for our assistance – read  thank you note.

Jessie Halton has Cerebral Palsy and Refractory Seizure Disorder.  Jessie has complex disabilities both physically and cognitively and relies completely on her devoted Mum, for all her care.  Jessie is unable to walk and uses a wheelchair.

WA Charity Direct assisted by purchasing a wheelchair suitable vehicle for Jessie’s Family.  The new vehicle now meets Jessie’s transport needs and can allow the family to travel together.