Children and vulnerable families "really need to be seen" in the cost of living crisis - that's the message from the Chronicle Sunshine Fund on International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
The charity, which supports more than 600 children annually through equipment provision, events and activities, has spoken of a "challenging year of two halves". There's been joy and delight that they have been able to engage with families in person again after the Covid pandemic, however, they have also noticed a huge growth in applications and equipment being requested due to the cost of living crisis.
Bev Wright, the Sunshine Fund Families Co-ordinator, said: "Our events and fundraising coming back, such as the Sunshine Run, the Great North Run, our ball, and a Question of Sport is all back and that's been very much welcomed. However, what we have noticed is that we have a huge growth in applications and equipment being requested."
