Our Children are arranged into 12 groups, each of 16 children: 8 boys and 8 girls. Each group has eight adult escorts and is headed by a group leader who is a very experienced Dreamflight volunteer. The escorts in each group always include a doctor, a physiotherapist, and three nurses, with the remaining places being filled by non-medical helpers, people who have worked hard for Dreamflight throughout the year. Each escort is personally responsible for two children. Their duties begin before the trip, liaising with the parents to ensure travel details and documentation are all understood and taken care of. The escorts also receive a detailed briefing about their children's medical requirements, drugs and their treatment so that they are fully aware of each individual's needs. On arrival in Florida the number of adult escorts increases as we are joined by our large team of American friends, many of whom have supported Dreamflight for years. The escorts' daily responsibility runs from 6.00am through 9.00pm. Thereafter, Dreamflight’s own team of night-nurses takes over to look after the children through the night.