Who We Help
Naomi's story, Sydney

Naomi, having contracted meningitis at birth, developed cysts in the frontal and parietal lobes of her brain, leaving her with severe spastic quadriplegia, unable to walk or talk.

Our involvement with Variety, the children’s charity has been able to help children like Naomi.

Naomi is now six years old and is engaging in a fulfilling relationship with her five older step brothers and learning to walk alongside her one year old baby brother thanks to the Dynavox M3 which has given her a voice and a Kid Walker which has given her mobility, provided by Variety.

Her mother Jodie explains, “Having a child with disabilities really changed my outlook on life and appreciate every single milestone. I have recently had the joy of seeing both my one year old son take his first steps and having Naomi become mobile as well… [the equipment provided] has also made it possible for Naomi to go to school, which would otherwise not have otherwise been possible.” Gloria Jean's Coffees supports Variety, the children’s charity through our annual Cappuccino for a Cause campaign and other fundraising events.

 
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