Making a difference

Alfie Johnson was born on Remembrance Day in 2007. After his delivery it was apparent that something was wrong. Alfie had a very low heart rate, and was in need of oxygen as he was born lifeless and blue. He was taken to the Neo-Natal ward where he was placed in an incubator to help with his breathing. It wasn’t long before the devastating news was given to his parents that he had suffered from oxygen starvation that has now left him severely brain damaged.

As the months went by it became clear that Alfie had been severely impaired. He was diagnosed with Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy, and now suffers with Cerebral Palsy. The injuries he sustained have also caused him to suffer with seizures, muscular spasms and he is also visually impaired. Alfie, will now need specialist 24 hour care for the rest of his life as a result of his condition.

Although Alfie has been greatly affected by his injuries he does respond well to sound and light and enjoys being in a Sensory environment to help stimulate him. He is a beautiful little boy, with a beautiful little smile and loving heart. Alfie is a fighter and each day he brings joy to his mom and dad and to everyone who meets him and is an inspiration to us all.

Together, the Friends of Alfie Johnson’s aim is to provide Alfie with the essential equipment and services that is required to enhance the quality of his life. The equipment that he needs is very expensive, and through fund raising events and the generosity of others, we hope that we will be able to Make a diference for Alfie, so that he can live his life to the full.