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Abby from Waterford, suffered a stroke last year aged 9. This resulted in the loss of function in her dominant right hand; she is now learning to type and write with her left hand . She spent 2 months in Crumlin Children's hospital followed by 3 months in Dun Laoghaire Rehabilation centre.

Despite the difficulties of stroke at such a young age, Abby remains positive and determined to do her best. Her mum Paula describes how she works so hard at her swimming, and is back to school full time. Further to this Abby has a great love for music, singing and dancing, she has a very full heart and always thinks of others. For such tenacity and zest for life, Abby was awarded a Children's Courage Award.