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Yahoo
5 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Schoolgirl shows she is a cut above after generous donation
A 10-year-old girl has shown is a cut above after having her locks cut off to help poorly youngsters. Susan , 10, recently made the heartfelt decision to cut and donate her hair to the Little Princess Trust, a charity that provides real hair wigs to children who have lost their hair through cancer and other conditions. Susan spends her time reading to residents in Farnworth Care Home (Image: Abbey Healthcare) Susan, who is a pupil at St John's CE School in Kearsley, said: 'I felt bad for children with cancer who had no hair, and I wanted to put a smile on their faces and make them happy. My hair will grow back, but theirs might not for a while.' Susan's community spirit does not stop there, she first visited Farnworth Care Home with her school choir at Christmas and sang festive songs to residents. Abbey Healthcare (Image: Abbey Healthcare) She later decided to return to the care home in her own time, driven by the special bond she once shared with her late grandmother. READ MORE: Susan added: 'I was very close to my grandma; I used to read to her all the time. 'After she passed away, I just wanted to make other people happy like I made her happy.' Susan has since spent her school holidays visiting the care home, reading stories to residents across all floors – even visiting individual rooms to read one-on-one. Residents and staff at Farnworth Care Home cheered on her and encouraged her for this good deed. (Image: Abbey Healthcare) She added: 'I just want to be kind to people, the staff here are lovely and the residents are so sweet. I like seeing them smile.' The care home has now made arrangements for Susan to visit during every school holiday, ensuring that both staff and residents can continue to enjoy her company. The staff at Farnworth Care Home are equally inspired. Farnworth Care Home's manager Jayms Bell said: 'It's a pleasure and an honour that Susan has chosen our home. 'She brings so much joy with her presence. She's chatty, friendly, and full of kindness — a true light in our community.'
Dublin Live
29-05-2025
- Health
- Dublin Live
Student battling cancer donates hair to wig-making charity before chemotherapy
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info A courageous 17-year-old student has donated 16 inches of her hair to a charity that creates wigs for children fighting cancer, despite undergoing chemotherapy herself. Aine Sheerin discovered a lump on her neck while getting ready for New Year's Eve and was later diagnosed with Hodgkin Lymphoma, a type of blood cancer, on March 20. As part of her six-month treatment plan, Aine will undergo multiple chemotherapy sessions, resulting in hair loss. The LauraLynn Foundation arranged for Aine to receive a wig from the Little Princess Trust in the UK, which she will start wearing full-time once she shaves her head. In a remarkable act of kindness, Aine decided to donate her own hair to the charity before losing it, so it can be used to make wigs for others in similar situations. Aine's hair was 24 inches long before she had 16 inches cut off, and she told the Irish Mirror: "My wig that I'm getting is 100 per cent human hair. I was devastated when I was first diagnosed because my biggest prized possession was my hair. I've always loved my hair. "So I said 'no way, am I going to let it go to waste, I'll donate it back'. Because I know if somebody didn't donate the hair that is on my wig, I wouldn't have it. I would like to make another little girl happy the way mine made me happy." Aine's initial symptoms of Hodgkin Lymphoma included fatigue, which she initially attributed to her Leaving Cert studies. After discovering a lump on December 30, Aine consulted her physio in January to see if it was related to her back problems. However, the physio advised her that the two issues were unrelated and that she should consult her GP, ultimately leading to her diagnosis of Stage 2 Hodgkin Lymphoma. Fortunately, doctors have assured her that this type of cancer is highly treatable, and she is expected to make a full recovery. Despite this setback, Aine remains determined and plans to pursue a degree in Community and Youth Work at Maynooth University after completing her Leaving Cert. The teenager has adapted her study schedule to accommodate her chemotherapy sessions and will even undergo treatment during her exams. She said: "I'm feeling 100 per cent right now. It's been tough when I've been sick; it's been very, very hard to study and look over my notes. It's very overwhelming, and you think, 'Why do I bother?' Will I even be able to do the Leaving? "But now that I'm well, I've been studying non-stop because I have to get more chemo. Whenever I feel well, I try to study as much as possible." A Kildare teen, who is soon to celebrate her 18th birthday, has heaped praise on her family for their incredible support throughout her health battle. With special mentions for her mum Sinead, dad Frank, boyfriend Theo Hanlon, and the staff at Kildare Town Community School, she explained how they've been with her every step of the way. As a young woman involved in numerous initiatives like Meitheal, Green Schools and Foróige, as well as serving as Head Girl and chairperson of the student council, Aine is a true pillar of the community. She even gave an inspiring speech at her sixth-year graduation ceremony this month, and she's forthcoming about how these roles have aided her in coping with her diagnosis. Opening up about her experience, Aine said: "Those types of roles helped me get through my darkest days." In a remarkable display of altruism, Aine hasn't stopped at just managing her own struggles; she's actively fundraising for the LauraLynn Foundation, having raised an impressive sum of more than €9,000 so far. Join our Dublin Live breaking news service on WhatsApp. Click this link to receive your daily dose of Dublin Live content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. For all the latest news from Dublin and surrounding areas visit our homepage.
Irish Daily Mirror
29-05-2025
- Health
- Irish Daily Mirror
Student with cancer donates hair to wig-making charity for sick youngsters
A sixth-year student undergoing chemotherapy has donated 16 inches of her hair to a charity that specialises in making wigs for youngsters battling cancer. Aine Sheerin revealed she initially discovered a lump on her neck while putting on tan before New Year's Eve. Following a battery of tests, the 17-year-old was officially diagnosed with Hodgkin Lymphoma - a type of blood cancer - on March 20. Medics devised a six-month treatment plan to tackle the cancer, which involves multiple chemotherapy sessions and will result in her losing her hair. The LauraLynn Foundation secured Aine a wig from the Little Princess Trust based in the UK. The Kildare teen will begin wearing it full-time in the next few weeks once she shaves her head when her own hair begins to fall out. But in an incredibly selfless gesture, the young woman decided to donate her own hair back to the charity before losing it so wigs could be made for others in a similar situation. Before getting her haircut, Aine's hair was 24 inches long and she had 16 inches removed. Speaking after her hair was chopped, Aine told the Irish Mirror: 'My wig that I'm getting is 100 per cent human hair. 'I was devastated when I was first diagnosed because my biggest prized possession was my hair. I've always loved my hair. 'So I said 'no way, am I going to let it go to waste, I'll donate it back'. Because I know if somebody didn't donate the hair that is on my wig, I wouldn't have it. 'I would like to make another little girl happy the way mine made me happy.' Aine recalls some early symptoms of Hodgkin Lymphoma included tiredness, which she just put down to studying for the Leaving Cert. After discovering the lump on December 30, Aine asked her physio in January if it had anything to do with her back problems. The physio informed her that they weren't related and that she needed to check in with her GP, which eventually led to her diagnosis of Stage 2 Hodgkin Lymphoma. Medics said this particular type is highly treatable and she is expected to make a full recovery. But getting the news hasn't knocked Aine's stride - she plans on studying Community and Youth Work at Maynooth University once the Leaving Cert is over. The teen also said she plans her study sessions around when she has chemotherapy and will have treatment in the middle of her exams. She explained: 'I'm feeling 100 per cent right now. It's been tough when I've been sick; it's been very, very hard to study and look over my notes. 'It's very overwhelming, and you think, 'Why do I bother?' Will I even be able to do the Leaving? But now that I'm well, I've been studying non-stop because I have to get more chemo. 'Whenever I feel well, I try to study as much as possible.' The teen, who will turn 18 in the coming weeks, praised her family, particularly her mum Sinead and her dad Frank, friends and staff at Kildare Town Community School along with her boyfriend Theo Hanlon for their support. She is also part of a range of different initiatives such as Meitheal, Green Schools and Foróige while also being the Head Girl and the chairperson of the student council. Aine also delivered a speech to her classmates and teachers at her sixth-year graduation ceremony earlier this month. She said all these extracurricular activities have helped her keep her mind off her diagnosis. Aine explained: 'Those types of roles helped me get through my darkest days.' In addition to donating her hair, Aine is also raising funds for the LauraLynn Foundation. To date, more than €9,000 has been raised; donations can be made here. Hodgkin lymphoma is a type of blood cancer that begins in the lymphatic system - which is a vital part of the body's immune system.
Daily Record
09-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Record
Kilmarnock school pupil donates hair after seeing girl without any hair
Inspirational Peyton donated her hair and raised £900 towards the cost of making a wig. A brave seven-year-old girl from Kilmarnock donated her hair and raised £900 for the Little Princess Trust, a charity that provides real hair wigs to children and young people who have lost their own hair through cancer. The local Cut and Connect visited Hillhead Primary to help Peyton cut 12 inches of her hair so she can make "another girl happy". Mum of two Toni Dustor, 31, said: "Peyton saw a picture on my Facebook of a little girl who didn't have any hair and asked questions. "The only way I could describe it to Peyton was that a nasty bug made her hair fall out, then Peyton said 'Mum, I will give the little girl my hair so she can be like me'." Toni did some research and found that the Little Princess Trust receives donations of hair to make wigs so she decided to mention this to Peyton. Toni said: "I spoke to Peyton about this charity and she immediately wanted to do this for another girl. "I got in contact with Cut and Connect as they have helped children in Hillhead Primary that she attends and they were willing to cut her hair. We got a full 12 inches off Peyton's hair to give to the charity. "Peyton was buzzing for her hair to get cut as she said 'I am doing it so a girl can be happy like me with my hair'." Toni continued: "I am so proud of Peyton for having a heart of gold and doing this for a stranger. "I am so thankful for people who sponsored Peyton to help raise this money too. I am also so thankful for all the teachers and children at Hillhead Primary for supporting Peyton through this big part of her journey as it's a big decision to make at such a young age." A spokesperson from Cut and Connect said: "We were honoured to support Peyton at Hillhead Primary as she donated her hair to the Princess Trust. "Acts of kindness like hers are truly inspiring and reflect the power of young people making a difference in their community. At Cut and Connect, our mission is to bring free hairdressing services directly to those who need them most across Ayrshire, and moments like this remind us how personal and meaningful a haircut can be. "Our service operates from a mobile salon and works closely with local schools, charities, and community groups to help people feel confident, valued, and connected. "It's not just about the haircut — it's about boosting self-esteem and being there for our communities in a practical and compassionate way." Peyton is now planning on growing her hair again so she can donate it to charity once more and make another child happy.
Yahoo
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Kind-hearted schoolgirl cuts off 22 inches of hair to donate to sick children
Kind-hearted schoolgirl cuts off 22 inches of hair to donate to sick children Kind-hearted schoolgirl cuts off 22 inches of hair to donate to sick children (Image: George Munro) A KIND-HEARTED Greenock schoolgirl has taken part in a hair-raising charity challenge to help sick children. Eight-year-old Luna McDonald lopped off 22 inches of her luscious locks, which will be made into a wig for a child who has lost their hair through cancer treatment or due to conditions such as alopecia by the Little Princess Trust. The caring youngster has also raised more than £750 for the charity, which will cover the costs of making the wig. Those wishing to donate to Luna's fundraiser should visit Speaking to the Tele after her hair got the chop, Luna told us she was delighted to be donating her long locks to a good cause, and said she was pleased with her new look. ADVERTISEMENT (Image: George Munro) She added: 'I wanted to get my hair cut to give it to a little boy or girl. 'We were talking about the wee boys and girls that lose their hair because they have cancer. 'I was excited [before getting it cut], I thought it would look good like this. 'I've not told people about it that much, I want it to be a surprise for them.' Luna's proud parents Paula and Robert said the St Patrick's Primary pupil had done them proud with her generous gesture. (Image: Paula McDonald) Paula said: 'Her hair's always been really long, so we thought we'd let it grow as long as we could. 'She got 22 inches of hair taken off, it was right down to behind her knee. 'They take the hair, but it also costs £500 to make the wig, we have a wee fundraiser on the go and she's already raised over that. 'We're really proud of her, she's wanted her haircut for a while but she's grown it to this length so it can be donated, which is a lovely thing to do.' ADVERTISEMENT The Little Princess Trust has helped more than 18,000 children and young people by providing them with free wigs to help them through their cancer journey since the charity was established in 2005. Since 2016, it has funded more than 150 research projects searching for kinder and more effective treatments for childhood cancers. The charity's work earned it the Queen's Award for Voluntary Service - described as 'the MBE for voluntary groups' in 2012.
