The Walking Wolf

Wolf was born at 31 weeks due medical negligence.We had a traumatic birthing experience, where Wolf was born not breathing and needed to be resuscitated. He spent the next 7 weeks in NICU fighting for his life and fought so hard to be here with us. He is now 2 years old, and was diagnosed with hypotonic Cerebral Palsy at 13 months. He is unable to sit, crawl, or walk and has difficulty using his hands.

Hemi and I are his parents, and are currently beginning a battle with ACC to accept cover for Wolf so that he is able to receive the best treatment he can. This can take years to get approval with frequent appeals and court dates. We need financial support for treatments and equipment while we fight for Wolf's right for cover.

New Zealand is severely behind with treatment for CP and it is notoriously hard to attain funding and cover. Nz funding is exceptionally limited and our treatment options are unfortunately very behind. Important equipment for Wolf's ability to learn to walk is very difficult to get in New Zealand with huge wait lists under public. Australia provides intensive treatment centres specializing in working with children with CP, and have demonstrated INCREDIBLE results for these children. This is very expensive but extremely worth it.

Money donated will go toward intensive treatment costs, travel to and from treatment, and accommodation during treatment, and any equipment that will help Wolf gain the ability to crawl, sit and walk.

We truly appreciate your help