A SEVEN-year-old girl who has a rare form of epilepsy is set to enjoy a greater quality of life thanks to a charity donation.

Evie Chapman, from Grappenhall, has a life-limiting condition called Dravet syndrome which leads to her having regular seizures and affects her motor skills, speech, sleep, eating, balance, behaviour and learning.

Her twin sister Darcie died at the age of five in December 2015 due to the same condition.

Ever since, Evie’s parents Mark and Natalie have been involved in fundraising for the Rose Blossom Trust – which helps the families of children diagnosed with Dravet syndrome.

Now the Steve Morgan Foundation has donated a Tomcat Fizz Trike to Evie to enable to have greater freedom and independence.

Natalie said: “We are so grateful for the Steve Morgan Foundation donation and for her Tomcat trike.

“We like to give Evie as many new experiences as possible.

“Peddling by herself and feeling the breeze against her skin may seem like a little thing for other kids, but for Evie it’s so special.

“Fresh air, stronger muscles, a feeling of independence are all other major benefits – not to mention so much fun.

“She smiles from the moment she gets on it and never wants to get off.”

A grant of £2,300 was provided by the Steve Morgan Foundation in order to purchase the trike for Evie.

Jane Harris from the Steve Morgan Foundation added: “Evie has been awarded a Tomcat Fizz Trike, which will help her get out of the house, strength her muscles and improve her independence and wellbeing.

“The exercise will also tire her out, so her sleep patterns should also be improved.

“Her family will also be able to benefit from being able to enjoy a fun activity together.

“Evie’s parents are committed to ensuring that she has the best possible opportunities and lives life to the full.

“The Tomcat trike will be a big boost not only to Evie but to the whole family.”