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Clare’s Story
After Clare's daughter, Sophie, was diagnosed with Pierre Robin Sequence and a cleft palate, Clare turned to the CLAPA website for information and support. Her family have recently raised an incredible £448 for CLAPA with a socially distanced cake sale!
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Eleanor’s Volunteer Story
This Volunteers' Week, we are celebrating our dedicated volunteers. Without them, so much of our work would simply not be possible. Eleanor is one of our fantastic Parent Supporters, and here's her story.
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Sophie and Alfie’s Challenge
During Awareness Week, Sophie and her son Alfie raised over £1,000 for CLAPA! Sophie told us about their incredible fundraising and has kindly shared her family's story so far.
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Sarah, Dave and Sean’s challenge for CLAPA
Sarah's daughter Alice was born with a cleft lip and palate. Sarah looks back at their journey so far and tells us about some of the incredible ways her and her family have fundraised for CLAPA over the last two years.
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Jenny’s 73 mile walk!
Since she first got involved with CLAPA in 2012, Jenny has put out collection cans, organised cake sales and raffles, and has even worn a blue onesie at work to fundraise! We caught up with her to find out more about her most recent challenge for CLAPA.
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Teddy’s Triathlon for CLAPA
7 year-old Teddy's little sister was born with Pierre Robin Sequence and a cleft palate. Teddy wanted to do something to help, so to mark the start of Awareness Week he completed a triathlon for CLAPA!
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Stav and Despina’s story
Since meeting through CLAPA's Adult Voices Facebook group a few years ago, Stav and Despina have formed a formidable, powerful friendship. We are honoured to share their beautiful story this Awareness Week.
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Kayleigh’s Story: an update!
Though my first thoughts when I found out about Sydney having a cleft were very mixed, I now couldn’t be any prouder if I tried. I had nothing to worry about, my little girl is amazing, she’s full of sass and confidence and I hope she stays this way!
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Izzie’s Story
Keen gymnast Izzie decided to take on a 'Three Giants' challenge a few months ago to raise money for CLAPA! She raised an incredible £280 and we are so inspired by her determination. Here’s her story.
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Anneka and Aria’s story
Anneka's daughter Aria was born with Pierre Robin Syndrome. Now that Aria is two years old, Anneka reflects on their journey and has a strong message for other parents: 'please know it gets better'.
