Skirack has done a wonderful job at adapting bicycles for children with special needs. They are great at fitting shoes and skis boots as well. The staff is great with special needs children.
Team Impact connects children who have special health needs to local college athletic teams. Team Impact’s mission is improving the quality of life for children facing life-threatening and chronic illnesses through the power of team.
Team Impact has had such a positive impact on our daughter. She has been on the UVM women’s hockey team for three years. There is something magical about being part of a team, feeling included, and making connections. The connections that have been made will leave a lasting impression on our daughter.
This is an incredible resource for families in Vermont. Ambucs creates adaptive bicycles for people with disabilities. Their goal is to “create mobility and independence for people with disabilities.” They have worked to get over 250 kids with disabilities on bikes throughout Vermont. Their annual statewide fitting event is typically held the Saturday before Mother’s Day in central Vermont.
Angel Flight Northeast is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization that coordinates free air transportation for patients whose financial resources would not otherwise enable them to receive treatment or diagnosis, or who may live in rural areas without access to commercial airlines.
Bella’s Bumbo was designed to help toddlers who have mobility issues get around. This creative toddler wheelchair allows toddlers the option of some independence! For more information click here.
If you are looking for a great deal and excellent customer service, contact Noah at Bicycle Express. He is very creative at adapting bikes for children with special needs and offers great prices!
It is the mission of the Challenged Athletes Foundation (CAF) to provide opportunities and support to people with physical challenges, so they can pursue active lifestyles through physical fitness and competitive athletics. The Challenged Athletes Foundation believes that involvement in sports at any level increases self-esteem, encourages independence and enhances quality of life.
Earl’s does a fantastic job at adapting bikes for children with special health needs.
This is a wonderful organizations that promotes the arts for individuals with any disability. Through education, trainings, programs, and exhibits they offer a variety of opportunities to enhance the magic of art to all individuals.
Make a Wish Foundation of Vermont is an incredible organization that has granted 700 wishes to Vermont children with life-threatening medical conditions over the last 25 years. Make-A-Wish serves a unique, and vital, role in helping strengthen and empower children battling life-threatening medical conditions. The work they do is truly inspirational.
North Star Sports located on Main Street in Burlington is an incredible bike shop. Although they might seem small, they are extremely knowledgable in their bikes, bike repairs, and making adjustments to bikes. They also have to be one of the friendliest bike mechanic shops that I have visited. Definitely worth a visit to see how they can help you or your child get out safely on the road.
This amazing non-profit in Massachusetts makes “Buggies” to donate to children that have mobility issues and want to access the great outdoors. These sturdy, light-weight, all-terrain Buggies allow easy access to all types of outdoor environments that may require moving across sand, gravel, dirt, grass and even snow. Buggy should only be used by children who have independent, unsupported trunk and head control.
If you feel your child might benefit from this type of device check out their site and apply! Stepping Stones for Stella
Early Mobility Is Critical For Development
Mobility in children is not just about getting from place to place. It is also about exploring the world in a way that allows for independence and healthy brain development.
Mobile wheelchairs are expensive and are not available to children without the ability to use a mobile chair. This inexpensive alternative helps a child develop essential mobility skills much earlier. A Sunshine Scooter can change a child’s life.
Their primary mission is to provide modified, ride-on scooters for special needs children to use as a powered mobility device for fun and function.
Planning a trip and worried about having your child go through security and/or being on a plane? Make sure to check out TSA Cares before your travel. If you contact them 3 days prior to you departure and provide them with your flight number they will help make sure that you are supported through the entire process. You will need to tell them your child’s diagnosis, what things will make it difficult for them, and what strategies might help them have a successful experience. You can also print out a TSA Cares card via their website to carry with you.
TSA Cares usually connects with your via email and/or phone, goes over your itinerary and will talk to you about what will happen. When you get to TSA you tell them you have spoken to a TSA Cares representative and they will take it from there.
TSA Cares is absolutely amazing and very helpful! It makes traveling a lot easier and less stressful for everyone.