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Give Josh the chance to be independent and with his friends, just like any other teenager

My name is Josh and I’m 15. I have Duchenne muscular dystrophy. I used to be able to walk but now I use a wheelchair. Inside, I’m just the same as any other teenager. I love Chelsea, making music and hanging out with my best friend, Freddie. We’ve been friends since we were four. We had to stop playing football as my muscles got weaker, but it didn’t stop us being friends.

I have a disability but I don’t want to be a kid my whole life, and rely on mum and dad all the time. That’s why the hospice, Christopher’s, means so much to me.   It’s the one place I can be an ordinary teenager. Freddie often comes too.

 Best things about Christopher’s:

• The hydrotherapy pool. It’s great to get out of my wheelchair
• The youth club. We do crazy things like adventure weekends and trips out. I’ve tried archery, rock climbing and been to concerts
• The music room. If I’m  low, making up songs in music therapy helps. Listen to some of Josh's songs here
• Sleepovers. I can get away from my family and stay up late.

I can’t imagine life without these things. I’m not stupid. I know it costs money. That’s why I hope you can help.

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