The charity was inspired by Anna Olivia Hughes, who tragically died from a brain tumour aged only three years and eight months, and was set up by Anna's parents Rob and Carole Hughes and her five godparents in October 2006. It provides a specialist children’s neuro oncology nurse who works closely with children and their families throughout their treatment at the Children’s Cancer Unit at Addenbrookes Hospital and helps coordinate support at home and school.
Anna's Hope is also a founding partner of a pioneering new service called Brainbow which is a partnership between Anna's Hope, Addenbrookes Hospital, Camille’s Appeal and Tom’s Trust. Between them they provide the specialist rehabilitation therapy at the hospital through the Anna’s Hope therapy team which consists of specialist physiotherapists, specialist speech and language therapists and a specialist occupational therapist.
As a result of this joint service, every child in the East of England diagnosed with a brain tumour can receive dedicated neuro rehabilitation to help them reach their full potential in life.
The Larkfleet Group of Companies was delighted to be able to support the charity's work with a cheque for £2,400 - seen in the picture being handed over to Carole Hughes (centre) by Larkfleet Homes joint managing directors Adrian Evans and Helen Hick.
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