Posts Tagged ‘accessible van conversion’

Riley Still Needs A Handicap Lift Van

Last March, we told you about Riley, a 10 year old from Clinton, MI who needs a handicap accessible van for him and his family.

The good news is, they are working with MobilityWorks to find the right accessible van conversion with a handicap lift.  They’ve even been able to collect over $13,000, thanks in part to their blog and the awareness raised on the internet.  They are closing in on the right accessible handicap van, and time is running out to donate.  Go to Riley’s website for more information and to make a donation.

Aging Out Of Special Ed

Raising a child with a disability can be challenging.  Recently we talked about one family dealing with the additional expense of a wheelchair accessible van conversion.  There are extra doctor visits, physical therapists, medications, and equipment that families with disabled children have to work with.  One area that helps is special education provided through schools.

But what happens when a child gets too old for special ed?  Many families struggle with this question on a day to day basis.  Cerebral Palsy of Westchester is doing something about this with a plan for a 7,000 square foot accessible facility in Norwalk that will help 15 families of disabled young adults.  So far, 10 families have signed up, but more are needed.  Get in touch with CPW for more information.