Father inspired to help others after life-changing op - video
THE world is a "much brighter place" for this Grimsby family – who can finally see each other clearly after having life-changing surgery.
Dean Wilding, 40, of Warwick Avenue, and his two sons Jacob, 11, and Reuben, seven, all suffered from congenital cataracts – which left Dean unable to see his three children – including his three-year-old daughter Alice – properly for more than 30 years.
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looking to the future: Dean, his wife Rachel, sons Reuben, Jacob and daughter Alice have been fundraising to help others.
However, all three have had surgery to improve their vision, and now the family has been hard at work ensuring that others will be able to enjoy the same benefits.
Dean, his wife Rachel, sons Reuben, Jacob and daughter Alice have been fundraising to help others.
Together they have raised £2,000 to help pay for laser eye equipment for children, at Sheffield's Children's Hospital – after Reuben and Jacob were forced to travel as far as Manchester and London for their surgery.
To find out more about their inspiring story, pick up today's Grimsby Telegraph.
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by Kerry Fletcher, Sleaford
Tuesday, February 09 2010, 4:45PM
“This has been amazing for the whole family, especially for Dean. I am so happy for all of them.”
by Claire Carlile, Grimsby
Tuesday, February 09 2010, 12:53PM
“I remember Rachel and Dean from the days of Campaigners and they were a lovely couple. I'm pleased as punch for them all and i wish them all the best. Thank you for being inspirational xx”
by Mick, Manchester
Tuesday, February 09 2010, 10:36AM
“What a lovely story. Inspiring.
Lotsa luck to all of you x”
by Reuben Vernon, Sheffield
Tuesday, February 09 2010, 10:03AM
“Wow , I remember Sam telling me about her brother , it all seemed so sad , I can't imagine what It'd be like not to be able to see my kids .
I'm so made up for Dean , and what a thoughtful act raising all that money ,well done to all of them , and as Bob said , ''What an Inspiration'' X”
by sam , GY, GRIMSBY
Tuesday, February 09 2010, 9:22AM
“Im very , very proud of my big Bro and his gorgeous brave family!!”