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Ways You Can Support Galway Sick Kids

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One-Off Donation

Make a secure online
contribution today.

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Fundraise for Us

Organise a school, work
or community event.

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Corporate Support

Partner with us to deliver meaningful impact.

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Every donation we receive goes directly towards improving the experience of sick children and their families at University Hospital Galway. From equipment and facilities to comfort and care, your support helps us make a real difference when it matters most.

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Virtual Reality Headsets

The VR headsets show immersive visual journeys timed with real clinical treatments. They transform stressful moments into calm, positive experiences. Very successful purchase, more headsets to follow.

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ROP Camera

This special camera is used to screen premature infants in the Neonatal unit to ensure they do not develop Retinopathy of Immaturity. This is a serious eye condition which can lead to vision loss

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Paediatric Playroom Renovation

In our commitment to creating a child friendly environment, our focus this winter is to upgrade the children's playroom with evidence based design strategies which can help to develop a healing environment.

A Direct and Local Impact

Your donation stays local and directly supports children and families attending paediatric and neonatal services at University Hospital Galway

As a volunteer-led foundation, funds raised are focused on delivering practical improvements across paediatric and neonatal services.

Registered Charity Number: 20161019

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