Help Neihana walk! - Updates

Article and video of Neihana walking!

27 March 2024

https://www.nzherald.co.nz/rotorua-daily-post/news/disabled-rotorua-boy-neihana-renata-walks-again-after-choking-tragedy-thanks-to-new-robotic-technology/72DI7V6L65FOHNJB4ZNYFPES2Q/

Here’s a first look at Neihana walking at home. Thanks to everyone! I will post another video once we get out walking in town too. Xxx

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27/03/2024 by Christine

Great news! Well done Mum, Dad and Neihana! xxx
27/03/2024 by David

That is so awesome, what a star
Thanks so much for keeping us up to date
27/03/2024 by Rosa

Fantastic news! Looking forward to seeing you walk through the redwoods Neihana.

It’s arrived!

19 December 2023

Finally, after months of waiting and coordination, the Trexo robotic legs arrived on our doorstep today! We have the training and setup scheduled on January 5th so I will be sure to share a video of him walking for the first time. Thanks to all who made it possible! Xxx

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First frame fitting (photo and video)

23 August 2023

We had our first fitting for the walking frame today. We were all pleasantly surprised how well he managed to stand in the frame! It went more smoothly than we expected. Now we just wait to add the robot legs instead of multiple people moving his legs 😂

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23/08/2023 by Raewyn

Nice!!!
23/08/2023 by Gaynor

Beautiful smile ….looks very happy …well done x
23/08/2023 by Shirley

What great news! Keep up the good work Neihana!
24/08/2023 by Marie

This is so lovely to see and that big smile on Neihana's face says it all :-)

Progress update

18 August 2023

Things are underway for getting the walker! We have a zoom call this weekend to start talking logistics and next week is our first fitting for the frame. Once the money is paid out next month, they can start production on the robotics in Canada. Anticipate it will take a few months to sort. Many thanks to everyone who contributed to make this happen! Also, I’m still working on my thank yous for the donations, 380 to go…..

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18/08/2023 by Esmay

How awesome to hear so excited for you all hope we get to see him going soon
18/08/2023 by Marie

Thank you for the update. It is truly heartwarming to know that little Neihana is on his way to learning how to walk. You must all be so excited. Best wishes for lots of new and exciting experiences for Neihana :-)
23/08/2023 by Claudette

Amazing! You go Neihana yippeeeee!

Wow!!!

12 August 2023

We can’t believe we have already reached our goal! We are OVERWHELMED with the generosity you have shown. Sorry I haven’t thanked everyone personally, I am working through the messages. We made a little video to celebrate. THANK YOU ALL for making this dream come true !!!

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14/08/2023 by Marie

That is the best news today! I'm so pleased for your dear little boy Neihana and wish him and your family all the best for a positive future.
15/08/2023 by Shirley

What great news! I am very excited for you all and look forward to seeing what can be done for Neihana.
18/08/2023 by Colleen

This is just the best news we could all hope for for Neihana and his beautiful family, so exciting yay !! I'm sure nobody is expecting personal thank yous Mum and Dad, we have it already, just to see and hear your joy. God bless you all x Big hugs & so much love to you all Colleen xo😘
20/12/2023 by Colleen

God bless you Neihana and your beautiful whanau x This makes my heart sing with gratitude and joy to see the happiness you all so deserve. Can't wait to see you all ready to go in January darling. I wish you all an extra Special Christmas and nothing but the best in 2024!! Love and blessings always Colleen 💕🥰 xxoo