RKCF was able to help a 4-year old boy named Yanuel. Yanuel has Cerebral Palsy, a seizure disorder and global developmental delay. He is unable to stand on his own.
Yanuel’s physical therapist requested an Upsee. An Upsee is a mobility device that lets children with motor impairment stand and walk with the help of an adult. It is a system made up of an adult hip belt, a child harness, and shared sandals. The Upsee allows Yanuel to walk around the house with his parents, go to the park, walk his neighborhood, and allows for the interaction between Yanuel and his family, friends and neighbors.
As you can see from the photo. Yanuel loves being able to stand up and walk around with his mother!
RKCF purchased Kayla, who has Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy mixed with spasticity and dystonia, an adaptive tricycle. An adaptive tricycle was medically necessary to allow for exercising and active stretching to prevent contractures, pain and deconditioning, and avoid other medical complications.
“We’ve never gotten a piece of equipment of any kind that has fit Kayla SO perfectly! We did not have to make 1 adjustment! Her positioning, posture and padding is absolutely perfect! She loves everything about this bike thank you thank you thank you for helping us get this, she would’ve suffered without having a bike as it’s the only way she can move herself, especially her tight legs! We never could’ve afforded this trike this means so much to us. Now Kayla can ride with her step brother outside and even do “wheelies” like him haha,” said Kayla’s mother.
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RKCF purchased Jeannette, who has Langerhan Cell Histiocytosis (LCH), a Tumble Forms 2 Feeder Seat with Floor Wedge and Tray. Jeannette is unable to hold her head up without support and isn’t able to position herself in a sitting position. The Feeder Seat safely holds her in a seated position so that she can participate in family activities and work on her improving her fine motor skills. |
RKCF purchased Jaynelle, who has Cerebral Palsy, a new custom fit pediatric wheelchair and an electric hospital bed. Below is a note from Jaynelle’s mother.
“Words will never be enough to express my gratitude for taking the time to care. Without your help, I would have had to look for alternatives to better care for Jaynelle because she has gotten too heavy fr me to lift or transfer from one place to another. Jaynelle would either have to be home bed-bound or be placed in a home where help is available. Thank you so much for allowing me to continue to care for Jaynelle as best as I possibly can with your generous contribution. Having my daughter with me is the best gift I can possibly ask for. It would totally destroy me if she should have to live away from me. Again, thanks a million!!! May God bless your organization for all you do for families like mine!”
![]() Joey Joey is 1 year old and is being treated for plagiocephaly and Hemifacial microsomia (HFM). HFM is a condition in which the tissue on one side of the face is underdeveloped, affecting primarily the ear, mouth, and jaw areas. His bones (right side of his face) just don’t grow at the same rate as the left. Joey will always have facial Joey’s mother stated, “As a parent it is always hard to know that your little one will face challenges in life unique to him. All you want to do as a parent, is make their road ahead as smooth as possible. Unfortunately, money and financial security do play a big role in paving this road. My husband and I both work hard to provide for our children. This road has been bumpy for us, and ends are hard to meet. My son will face a lifetime of challenges and personal obstacles, but knowing that there is an organization like the RKCF to help support parents/caregivers and children in their travels both physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, makes this journey easier to navigate. From the bottom of our hearts, we share our sincerest thanks and appreciation.”
![]() Tyler RKCF is pleased to help provide Tyler, who has Autism, with a special needs positioning car seat with a 5 point harness. He struggled to fit into his standard size car seat. Tyler is 60 pounds, but it is not safe for him to use a booster seat due to eloping and safety concerns. His standard car seat was too snug on his shoulders and chest. The new car seat is much more comfortable and gives his parents the peace of mind that his safety needs are being met.
Angeline is a 12-year old girl who is unable to walk on her feet. She recently immigrated from Haiti with her family. She has had a lifelong history of walking on her knees. She has been diagnosed with bilateral lower extremity clubfeet and flexion contractors. The doctor says the only way to correct this condition would be to amputate the lower leg and fit her with prosthesis. Angline’s school requested a juvenile wheelchair, because she was propelling herself in a companion wheelchair for adults. This caused intense shoulder pain and she frequently had to leave class for treatment. Ricky King Children’s Fund was happy to provide Angeline with the juvenile wheelchair she needed. She is extremely happy to have a wheelchair that fits and doesn’t cause her pain.
Allie is 6-years old and has been diagnosed with Spina Bifida. Ricky King Children’s Fund purchased Allie a therapeutic tricycle. Letter from Allie’s mother I’m the mother of an amazing little girl Allie. She was born with Spina Bifida, and uses a wheelchair full time. Allie is your typical 1st grader who loves to play with her friends; Barbie’s and especially loves to be outside. She is a very active little girl. Like most kids she wants to ride bikes with her friends, unfortunately she can’t keep up with them in her wheel chair, so she always wishing and asking when she can have her own bicycle. I am very thankful to Ricky King Children’s Fund for providing Allie with an adaptive bicycle of her own. She’s amazing little girl that has a great spirit that touches everyone she meets; she has had many struggles in her short life and doesn’t complain or feel sorry for herself.
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