OLIVIA Kennedy wrinkles her nose in disgust when you ask her if she likes going to hospital. The eight-year-old was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis when she was two-and-a-half, and regular appointments and blood tests have become part of her young life. “Olivia hates attending hospital and wishes she didn’t have to, as do we,” explains her mum, Claire. “She finds it particularly difficult getting blood taken and gets extremely anxious going in.” There is one thing the little girl does enjoy, however. “I look forward to seeing Patricia, it’s my favourite part,” she smiles. “Doing art with her takes my mind off my appointments, especially getting my blood taken. When I’m making things with Teapot Trust, I feel more relaxed.”