Ewan's Story

Ewan was diagnosed with Acute lymphocytic leukaemia in 2020 at the age of 10. Just as the country went into lockdown due to Covid, Ewan started 4 years of chemotherapy travelling to both Birmingham Children’s Hospital and Worcester Royal.

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Not only did Ewan have to contend with his cancer diagnosis and a global pandemic but is also autistic – which created a very scary time for not just Ewan but the whole family.

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The Grace Kelly Childhood Cancer Trust were able to support both Ewan and his mum Emma in a number of ways. On referral to the trust a grant was provided to help with the additional travel costs experienced by the family going back and forth to both hospitals. Our grants are non-means tested and paid instantly on referral and confirmation of a cancer diagnosis to ensure they have immediate benefit at a time families should not be worried about the additional costs they are facing.

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Ewan also worked closely with Sarah our family support worker to process his complex emotions and to help him learn to manage his anxiety following treatment. He has made huge progress, has gained confidence and has taken part in a number of family support social events and has even taken a lead role in our podcast where he talks about his experiences with childhood cancer to help other children in a similar position. With the right support, children and young people like Ewan can achieve so much.

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Ewans mum Emma said: “Sarah from Grace Kelly made home visits to support Ewan through the negative impact of his steroid treatment, supported myself with anxiety and supported Ewan through returning back to school. 

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It's been so refreshing Ewan having someone else to talk to that understands. He now loves getting involved in everything the charity does.”