Dave Harper. Hi, I am retired RAF Aircrew Chinook Crewman and had my wings removed totally by multiple sclerosis. The Shrapnel Charity has truly transformed my life through their incredible support in helping me acquire an Omeo wheelchair. This remarkable piece of technology has given me wings of independence I never thought possible. Where once I faced limitations, I now find freedom - the ability to move, explore, and engage with the world around me on my own terms. Their generosity hasn't just provided me with a wheelchair; they've given me back my autonomy and the joy of spontaneous interaction. The impact of their kindness extends far beyond the physical equipment - it has renewed my sense of possibility and connection to the world. I am deeply grateful for their compassionate support that has made such a profound difference in my daily life.
Daniel Bingley I am Daniel Bingley. After being injured I turned to sport and basketball was one of the sports I tried and fell in love with but I could not afford a chair to play.I went to a great charity, Shrapnel, and with their help I got my chair and from then I have learned to live again and I have been selected for the 2018 Invictus Games.Thank you so much to the charity for helping me on my journey.
John Flint
I want to thank Shrapnel, without them I think that my life would be very different. It took a long time for me to realise that starting to use a chair was not a step backwards, but that it would help me to do more of the things that I wanted to do.Because of my injuries, I am very limited as to how far I can walk, so having a chair to get around has made made a huge difference in how far I can goand how much I can get done before I am stopped by pain and fatigue. Before of Shrapnel I wasn't able to source the wheelchair that best fitterd my needs, which was well out of reach financially. Now that I have my chair I am able to go to more traning sessions and compete in more archery competitions than would have been possible without Shrapnel's assistance.
Photo © Sarah-Marie Flint 2016
Andy B.I recently received a significant level of assistance from shrapnel. My level of independence has been increased beyond expectations. I also appreciate the level of compassion and discretion awarded to me during the brief application process. Thank you to you all.
