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Help us be there for gamers like Shaz<\/strong> as his gaming ambitions change over time. A regular donation<\/a> enables us to deliver lasting joy and inclusion, and ensures we can plan ahead to provide the invaluable lifetime support that means so much to everyone we help.<\/p>\n

Over a decade ago it was Shaz\u2019s ambition to play first person shooters, and we helped his dream come true<\/a>. Since then we\u2019ve been regularly helping him to play the games he loves by supporting him with advice and equipment loans as his gaming aspirations \u00a0– and gaming hardware – have changed. \u201cI was introduced to amazing technology that would change my life forever,\u201d he said, \u201cTheir wonderful team has been constantly there for me ever since, which is so reassuring.\u201d<\/p>\n

Even a small monthly contribution adds up, and recurring donations are convenient, easy to set up, and often more manageable. Become a regular giver\u00a0today<\/a> and be a part of an amazing community dedicated to making a lifetime of difference.<\/p>\n

Below: Shaz trials eye controlled gaming technology with the SpecialEffect team<\/em><\/p>\n

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