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"Having a bike would allow him to be stronger, and healthier, and achieve his therapy goals."
Alex J., 11, Columbus
Autism, left-sided hemiplegic Cerebral Palsy
Alex is a talkative and cheerful young man who loves his family. He recently started riding an adaptive bike in his therapeutic recreation sessions and has demonstrated improvements in strength, and endurance, and is having fun. His family would love for him to be more active and get outdoors. Having a bike would allow him to be stronger, and healthier, and achieve his therapy goals.
"This bike will allow him to experience more independence."
Jessie V., 22, Columbus
Lennox-Gestaut, spastic quadriplegic CP, Developmental delay
Jessie is a young man with a loving family who wants the very best for him. Having a bike would allow him to get exercise, improve his strength and range of motion, get outdoors, and allow him to experience more independence.
"I am excited to ride my bike with my family!"
Remi B., 6, Waverly
Myelomeningocele
Remi loves being outside playing with her brother and sister. She has been working on riding her bike at home but it continues to be very challenging for her. An adaptive bike would help her to play with them and enjoy time outside with her family.
Ahmed D., 7, Westerville
Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome, S/P VSD Repair,G Tube, Severe Intellectual disability
I would love my son to learn how to ride a bike experience the joy of riding a bike and explore the world of bike riding.
"A bike will give her new experiences we did not think were possible."
Zairanya T., 15, Columbus
Cerebral Palsy
Zairanya would love a bike. It will open up doors for her. She loves to do as other kids her age. It’ll make her feel like she can do what they are doing. It's been days she just sat in her wheelchair and pointed out the window like "Mommy look what they're doing!". At the same time, it will help with her legs. We are always trying to build up her strength and muscles. To me, this will be an eye-opener to her.
"Riding a bike is on battle in his life he will win."
Brantley S., 9, Johnstown
Autism, Severe Intellectual Developmental Disorder, Pica, ADHD
Seeing Brantley experience one of childhood's simplest pleasures — riding a bike — filled me with a mix of emotions. It's an experience I wasn't sure he would ever have.
Autism has presented challenges in nearly every aspect of Brantley’s life, but this is one battle Brantley will win.
Though almost four years have gone by since Brantley first requested a bike — one I'm certain he's eager to ride — I am determined to provide him with an adaptive bike that fits his needs much better than that first red bike he got all those years ago.
"This bike will allow him to access outdoor play with his peers."
Harrison W., 4, Westerville
Cerebral Palsy
If you know our son, then you know Harrison is pure joy and full of smiles and belly laughs! Harrison loves to be silly and make others laugh along with him. He knows he faces hardships and when he discovers he can overcome them, he beams with pride and joy. Harrison has cerebral palsy and autism which greatly impacts every aspect of his independence. Our goal, as his parents, is to give him every opportunity to enjoy just being a kid and joining in with family and friends. We are fundraising for a bike for Harrison to join in on bike rides with his sister Sloane, his neighborhood friends, his cousins, his peers on bike day, and for some strength building and exercise too! Equipment like this is expensive for kiddos like Harrison, so our hope is if we start collecting donations, Harrison will be able to enjoy this opportunity by his 6th birthday next March! Thank you for any contributions! It will certainly bring Harrison joy.
"I want to ride, too."
Rogue L., 7, Columbus
Cerebral Palsy
Rogue had an experience with an adaptive bike at Physical Therapy and fully enjoyed it without having additional strain on her right hip; it usually gets exhausted and she says it hurts after physical activity.
Galila K., 8, Groveport
Autism, Developmental Delay
Galila is a happy and energetic young lady who has recently started riding a bike in her PT sessions and has really enjoyed it. Having a bike will help her strengthen her body, improve her coordination, promote attention and awareness, and provide a fun and safe way to get exercise in the community along with her family. She has a younger sister who also is hopeful of getting a bike so they may ride together.
"This bike will keep her strong and also help her achieve her goal of being a cheerleader!"
Rose Mary T., 10, Reynoldsburg
R-Sided Hemiplegic CP
Rose Mary is a wonderful young lady who enjoys being outside, playing with her family and friends, and riding her bike. She recently outgrew her previous adapted bike and is anxious to get a new one to get back out there. Having a bigger bike will keep her strong and also help achieve her goal of being a cheerleader!
Orion B., 10, Washington Courthouse
Right-side hemiplegia / Cerebral Palsy
Orion loves winging, playing video games, and making and drawing comics.
"He loves to be active!"
Ethan F., 8, Columbus
Autism
Ethan is a very smart boy who loves the periodic table! However, he has many challenges due to autism, being non-verbal, and eloping. He loves to be active but doesn't get many opportunities due to his elopement and not understanding safety concerns. An adaptive bike would give him an outlet to be active, and learn coordination skills that he currently lacks, all while ensuring that he stays safe.
"Help Sammy Man spread his wings!!!"
Samuel R., 12, Groveport
Autism
Sammy is a wonderful boy with big dreams. He has always wanted to ride bikes with his brothers and sisters but has not been able to. This would help with his self-esteem and motivation. Sammy loves being outside and playing with his dinosaurs and Hot Wheels. Help Sammy Man spread his wings!!! This would mean the world to him.
Lawson H., 6, Westerville
Autism
Natalie H., 14, Findlay
Partial trisomy 5
Natalie is almost 15 and unable to participate in family bike rides. She has a bike at home, provided through ASC, this is one for my house where she spends a lot of time.
"I want to ride a bike even if it’s raining!"
Killian W., 4, Scott Depot (WV)
Cerebral Palsy Hypotonia
Killian borrowed a bike from his PT and absolutely loves it. He loves to ride with his family and at the park. This independent mobility allows him to go explore without assistance and he’s a very curious little boy. He wants to ride his bike even if it’s raining!!
"This bike would be a means of seeing the world from a new perspective!"
Beckham K., 7, Reynoldsburg
Cerebral Palsy-Right Side affected, Chronic Kidney Disease
Beckham is an almost 8-year-old boy who deals with the daily challenges of living with Cerebral Palsy and Chronic Kidney Disease. This bike would be a means of seeing the world from a new perspective, a perspective where he can keep us with his brother, and in his words, he will be able to "go fast." This bike would be a resource that would allow Beckham to go on bike play dates with his friends that he has made through school. The independence the bike would give Beckham, would be absolutely life-changing.
"A bike would give her a sense of normalcy to being a child."
Kennedy G., 6, Grove City
DX3X Syndrome, Autism, Severe mental delay
Kennedy is a very energetic girl who is full of spunk and has a smile that can light up a room with her presence. Kennedy has received physical and occupational therapy since she was very young. She was diagnosed with a condition called DDX3X syndrome as an infant and then her diagnosis became more refined with autism and severe mental delay. Kennedy loves to be outside and play with her friends and family. Having a bike would greatly benefit Kennedy and allow her some form of normalcy to being a child amongst the other kids.
Every child deserves a chance to learn how to ride a bike - to feel the freedom and fun with friends and family. For thousands of central Ohio children with disabilities, the access, cost, and training for the right adaptive equipment is out of reach.
Adaptive Sports Connection provides specialized adaptive bikes for children. Working with a volunteer team of physical therapists and cycling enthusiasts, we offer bike evaluations for children, purchase adaptive bikes, put together the bikes, deliver the bikes, and teach children how to ride the bikes.
The joy on the faces of the children and parents is priceless. Last year we gave away 70 adaptive bikes to children with physical and cognitive disabilities.
This year we hope to give away 400 adaptive bikes through our Boundless Challenge Bike Giveaway for Kids.
Bikes restore a sense of possibility and ability to those whom are often told by society that their life is about limitations and disability. Help us in giving the gift of health, independence, and the freedom of mobility through adaptive cycling.
Give the gift of health, independence, and the freedom of mobility!
For more information, please contact Sharon Bucey, CEO
at [email protected] or (630) 945-1787.