Adaptive-assisted wheelchair maker Convaid Inc. recently helped a young woman with special needs through its donation of a wheelchair to Dream Foundation, a national, nonprofit organization that aims to fulfill the dreams of adults facing a life-threatening illness in their last year of life.
Convaids donation goes to 24-year-old Cherlynn, who suffers from Rett syndrome, a rare, genetic postnatal neurological disorder that occurs almost exclusively in girls and leads to severe impairments, affecting nearly every aspect of their life, such as speaking, walking, eating, and even breathing. Cherlynn had been managing with an adult wheelchair, but due to severe scoliosis, she cannot sit upright in the wheelchair without padding.
“Cherlynn and her mother have dreamt of a new wheelchair for outings to the park and everyday shopping trips, simple things that many of us take for granted,” said Megan Turley, Dream Foundation dream coordinator. “Convaid’s donation allows Cherlynn and her mother to safely and comfortably engage with their community and experience the world beyond the four walls of their house. I am so grateful that Convaid helped Dream Foundation fulfill Cherlynn’s wish.”
Convaid’s donation is part of the company’s ongoing philanthropic and community engagement program.
“As a company, Convaid remains committed to serving people with special needs, and our commitment goes beyond the production of our extensive line of mobility products,” said Convaid president Chris Brau,. “When and where we can, our goal is to meet the needs of people who are experiencing hardship in acquiring the proper mobility equipment. We have seen firsthand the positive impact — physically and emotionally — that special needs families experience when they have access to best-in-class mobility products.”