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Meningitis can affect anyone, of any age. It can kill within hours and for those who survive, the physical and emotional aftermath can be devastating and lifelong. Through this project we aim to empower families with the resources they need to rebuild positive futures after meningitis.
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Situation
Up to one third of people who survive bacterial meningitis and associated septicaemia can be left with life altering after-effects, such as hearing loss, amputations and brain injury. A survey of 1000+ people affected by meningitis found that 9 in 10 people living with long-term after-effects experience mental health issues. People may no longer be able to work due to their after-effects or parents may no longer be able to work due to their child’s care needs after meningitis – creating financial pressures.
Solution
The Rebuilding Futures Fund eases the financial and practical burdens that meningitis leaves behind. The fund will help pay for items and services that will improve the physical and emotional wellbeing of people affected by meningitis. This may include, for example, specialist equipment, disability aids, rehabilitation costs, training, therapies such as acupuncture, counselling, creative therapies for children, home adaptations, travel costs associated with medical appointments and funeral costs
