Casino gives Clare new set of wheels
Charity aids teenager
A Rutherglen teenager has gained her independence with the donation of a new wheelchair worth over £6,000.
Clare Morrow, who has cerebral palsy, received her new chair from staff at Glasgow’s Alea casino.
The specially adapted chair was bought with funds raised by staff and customers.
Clare’s cerebral palsy seriously affects her posture, balance and ability to move. While her family try to support her, her current chair is heavy and unwieldy.
The local authority was unable to provide her with a powered chair and this donation was made through gaming industry charity Chips.
Clare’s father Gerry said: “This chair is going to open up a completely new world for my daughter at a time when she has started to want to explore and become a lot more independent. It’s definitely going to boost her confidence and make life a lot easier.
“We are incredibly grateful to the staff and customers at Alea Glasgow for their fundraising efforts. We’d also like to thank the Chips charity, who have made this possible, and hope that many children like Clare are able to benefit from their fantastic work for years to come.”
Chips has raised over £1.75 million to buy 500 powered wheelchairs for youngsters.
Susan McGowan of Alea Glasgow said: “It is incredibly rewarding to give such a life-changing gift to a local youngster and her family.
“We take great pride in our charity work, especially when it comes to supporting our local community.”
Chips director Linda Lindsay said: “Caesars Entertainment UK, owners of the Glasgow Alea, have been amazing, enabling us to provide highpowered wheelchairs to children all over the UK.”
It’s going to make life a lot easier