10th - 18th MAY 2025
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This year, around 40,000 children in the UK will be left with a brain injury after an accident or illness, and it can be devastating. The Children’s Trust aspires to be there for every child and family who needs them
Through the charity’s expert rehabilitation, therapy, care and education services – both at its specialist centre in Tadworth, Surrey and through its community services across the UK – they help children with brain injury and neurodisability to live the best life possible.
What’s more, baking is one of the activities the charity uses to support children’s therapeutic goals. It can help children with their gross motor skills (think of all that weighing ingredients and whisking!) and following instructions and a recipe can help children with their attention spans and memory functions. Find out how Riley’s love of baking supported his rehabilitation journey.
“We are thrilled to be supported by National Doughnut Week again this year. The support of every baker, café and customer makes a huge difference to the children and young people we support. Thank you for your support – happy baking!”
Michelle Martin, Director of Fundraising and Communications at The Children’s Trust
Laura, Teddie’s Mum
Teddie was just nine days old when he had his first seizure.
His parents rushed him to hospital where he was diagnosed with Polymicrogyria, meaning his brain had developed abnormally before birth. The condition led to Teddie suffering daily seizures, as well as delays to his development. At just six months old, he underwent a complex surgical procedure – the long-term effects of which were unclear.
One year later, Teddie was referred to The Children’s Trust for a residential rehabilitation placement. Here, Teddie had an intensive timetable of physiotherapy, occupational therapy, play and speech and language therapies.
With support from a team of specialised health, therapy and care professionals, Teddie made great progress. Today, Teddie is able to sit up independently, stand with support and grasp objects with his hands. His eyesight has also improved after the medical team worked to reduce his medications and better manage their side effects.
When the time came for Teddie to go back home, the expert team at The Children’s Trust continued to support the family by finding services in their local community which could help Teddie continue to make incredible progress.
Laura says: “Teddie’s had his struggles, but he’s such a strong little boy. Every time they say he won’t be able to do something, he’ll do it. He’s really strong.”
