Help Me Buy My Son A Junior Power Wheelchair

Aim

My son has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. An Invacare Esprit Action Junior Power Wheelchair would help give him maximum independence.

I am fundraising for my 10-year-old son, who has Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy.

My wife and I are keen to buy him the Invacare Esprit Junior Power Wheelchair. This is by far the most suitable wheelchair for him and would give him the most independence. We hope to buy it before school resumes in September.

Prices start at £3,700 plus VAT and annual maintenance fees (£200 a year plus parts). We can reclaim the VAT, and the NHS is willing to contribute £485. 

As this is a substantial amount of money, and as the costs of providing for his condition are set to increase sharply in the next few years (not least through home adaptations which the UK Disabled Facility Grant falls far short of meeting), I am starting a crowd funder in case anyone can help. 

100% of the financial support received through this fundraiser will flow directly to my son, with all receipts provided. 

Our sincere thanks to anyone who may be able to help.

This project successfully funded on 21st August 2025