Ella Chadwick: Girl's Mission to Thank the Doctors and Nurses Who Saved Her | Pride of Britain 2018
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After her life was transformed by a kidney transplant she was determined to thank the doctors and nurses who helped her.
Ella Chadwick’s favourite song is Don’t Stop Believing from the musical Glee. She loves nothing more than dressing up like a Disney princess and belting it out. It’s a fitting power ballad for a brave little girl who has faced more challenges in life than most.
Ella, 11, was born with congenital nephrotic syndrome, a rare kidney disease, and has spent much of her life in hospital. She’s had six years of dialysis, 40 operations and suffered several strokes. In 2010, she had a kidney transplant from dad Martin, but after she developed a dangerous blood clot, it had to be removed. In 2014, she received a kidney from her grandmother. But she suffers from diabetes and limited mobility, and is dependent on a walking frame and a wheelchair.
Despite her struggles, she has a generous heart, infectious positivity and a zest for life, raising thousands for charity and putting smiles on poorly children’s faces. Her mum, Karen, 37, says: “In hospital, Ella would get so worried when she saw kids crying. She’d go over and start singing to them, draw them a picture or get them a toy to try to make them happy – despite being connected to a drip or having to bum-shuffle around.”
One summer, Ella made 250 sparkly get well soon cards for kids on the ward with a note saying: “Hope I made you smile. Love Ella.” In 2015, after Ella’s second transplant, Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital nominated her as a race-starter for the Mini Great Manchester Run. But, amazingly, Ella went one step further and announced she wanted to take part in the 1.5km fundraising race.
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Ella Chadwick: Girl's Mission to Thank the Doctors and Nurses Who Saved Her | Pride of Britain 2018
Pride of Britain Awards
69,583 views
After her life was transformed by a kidney transplant she was determined to thank the doctors and nurses who helped her.
Ella Chadwick’s favourite song is Don’t Stop Believing from the musical Glee. She loves nothing more than dressing up like a Disney princess and belting it out. It’s a fitting power ballad for a brave little girl who has faced more challenges in life than most.
Ella, 11, was born with congenital nephrotic syndrome, a rare kidney disease, and has spent much of her life in hospital. She’s had six years of dialysis, 40 operations and suffered several strokes. In 2010, she had a kidney transplant from dad Martin, but after she developed a dangerous blood clot, it had to be removed. In 2014, she received a kidney from her grandmother. But she suffers from diabetes and limited mobility, and is dependent on a walking frame and a wheelchair.
Despite her struggles, she has a generous heart, infectious positivity and a zest for life, raising thousands for charity and putting smiles on poorly children’s faces. Her mum, Karen, 37, says: “In hospital, Ella would get so worried when she saw kids crying. She’d go over and start singing to them, draw them a picture or get them a toy to try to make them happy – despite being connected to a drip or having to bum-shuffle around.”
One summer, Ella made 250 sparkly get well soon cards for kids on the ward with a note saying: “Hope I made you smile. Love Ella.” In 2015, after Ella’s second transplant, Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital nominated her as a race-starter for the Mini Great Manchester Run. But, amazingly, Ella went one step further and announced she wanted to take part in the 1.5km fundraising race.
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"......and a little child shall lead them". May Ella always be blessed as she continues to be a blessing. Adults in this world who continue to exist without purpose, take notes (in lieu of just taking up space).