Te Puke Preschooler Blayde Arnold Fundraiser Aims to Support Medical Journey

Four-year-old Te Puke preschooler Blayde Arnold was born with Emanuel Syndrome, an extremely rare chromosomal disorder that has affected his organ development, muscle tone, sight and hearing. To support his intensive physical therapy needs, parents Marissa Mason and Scott Arnold are organizing a fundraiser called Blayde's World.

The family's goal is to help Blayde reach the milestone of standing independently while holding onto something, preparing him for school. Achieving this requires daily intensive therapy blocks that come at considerable cost. The fundraiser will take place on November 22, which is World Emanuel Syndrome Day, at 26 McBeth Drive with tickets priced at $10 each.

Originally published in Te Puke News by Sun Media.