In a bid to give back to Alder Hey Children’s Charity, a fantastic cause that has supported our son, Elliott, since birth, we have decided to take part in the Coniston Challenge to raise money.

Elliott is now 2 years old. He was born with a complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect (AVSD) and, to date, has had open-heart surgery four times and surgery to perform an ileostomy after developing Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) following his second heart surgery.

Unfortunately after his latest heart surgery Elliott developed “complete heart block” and due to this required surgery again to have a pace maker fitted.

Within the next few months Elliott will return to Alder Hey for what is hopefully his last surgery for a couple of years, to reverse his ileostomy.

We have been fortunate to have been supported by Alder Hey and all of its fantastic staff members through the hardest period in our lives. Please help us give something back!

What is the Coniston Challenge?

* 12km trek up the Old Man of Coniston

* 15km bike ride through the Grizedale Forest

* 3km kayak across Coniston Water

Our team of 6 will be completing this challenge on 6th July 2024. The "Cardiac Crusaders" taking on the challenge are:

* Rio (Elliott’s Mum)

* Jack (Elliott’s Dad)

* Andy

* Nathan

* Fred

* Sarah

What will your donations contribute to?

* Alder Hey Magic: Alder Hey is devoted to going above and beyond to make hospital life brighter for patients by striving to provide the best patient experience possible.

* Innovative Technology: Alder Hey builds strong partnerships, works with leading innovators, and invests in trail-blazing equipment to constantly push the boundaries of what is possible for children’s healthcare.

* Building Bright Futures: Alder Hey is committed to creating the best possible environment to nurture bright futures as they continue to develop their campus, inspired by children and nature.

* Amplifying Voices: Alder Hey is dedicated to creating brighter futures for children by amplifying voices that are driven by influencing positive change for the next generation.

Your contribution will support Alder Hey to continue the same level of care and support they've provided to our family, as well as numerous others in need.

Any amount you are able to donate will be truly appreciated!

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More information on the challenge can be found here:

https://www.alderheycharity.org/coniston-challenge/