Leon is a long-awaited and only child in his family. He was born during a difficult time when the world was battling a pandemic. His birth was complicated, and due to overwhelmed medical staff, doctors couldn’t provide the necessary attention. Leon was discharged on the third day after birth.

At four months old, his parents noticed that his legs were extremely tense and barely straightened. Local doctors assured them that everything was fine, but their worries didn’t fade. At 11 months, they took Leon to the National Medical Center for Children's Health, where they first heard the devastating diagnosis: perinatal CNS damage with suspected cerebral palsy. From that moment, their fight for Leon’s future began.

Years of intensive rehabilitation brought remarkable progress: Leon learned to eat on his own, wash his hands, climb onto his bed, and most importantly—walk. Every step was a victory. But at the age of four, as his body entered a rapid growth phase, his condition started to decline. He began walking on his toes, falling frequently, and experiencing pain as his right leg started to deform. Now, at almost five years old, Leon’s muscle spasticity is worsening. The rehabilitation methods that once helped are no longer effective. His pain is so severe that he can only move around in a wheelchair. Without urgent action, his foot and leg will suffer irreversible deformation.

A SPML surgery at IASO Children’s Hospital (Greece) is Leon’s chance to escape the pain and keep his ability to walk. This treatment will help him balance better, become stronger, and—possibly—even walk independently in the future.

The surgery costs €26,850. We helped Leon’s family raise the remaining €7,478.
We’re deeply grateful to everyone who supported this important fundraising and gave Leon the chance to live without pain and walk on his own again. A special thank-you goes to the incredible Together Forever team at the Limassol OPAP Marathon — your dedication made it possible to fully close the fundraiser.

Leon’s surgery is scheduled for May 20th at IASO Children’s Hospital in Greece. We’ll be sure to keep you updated as soon as we receive any news.