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Isabel, our Programme Manager, recently visited our friends at North Manchester General Hospital and got see Dr Muddy Puddle in action. Below, Isabel shares a story of how Dr Muddy Puddle helped a young person find their voice again – a visit she will remember for a long time to come.

Alliance Healthcare team members cycled from London to Paris to raise £55,000 to bring magical Giggle Doctor moments filled with joy and laughter for children in hospital across England

Thanks to the generous support of the National Lottery Community Fund, we are able to continue developing the skills of our Giggle Doctors so more children can experience the transformative power of play!

In this report we celebrate 30 years of Theodora Children’s Charity, as well as significant anniversaries with some of our hospital partners. The report also touches on a new Giggle Doctor training model and explores the wider impacts of Giggle Doctor visits not only on the children themselves, but also on their families and the staff caring for them in hospital.

Hugh James Solicitors have supported us for the past five years. We caught up with Deborah Sleightholme, Partner and Head of Strategic Relationships to hear about what our partnership means to them.

“During our hospital stay we were lucky enough to meet some of the Giggle Doctors. Their sensitive approach with each child, and their gentle humour feels like a warm hug during a difficult time.” – Katie, Josie’s mum