September 27, 2024
In recognition of Spinal Cord Injury awareness month in September, Home Builders Foundation (HBF) recently gathered at the home of Victor C., who sustained a spinal cord injury as the result of a motorcycle accident in 2018. HBF, with help from HBA's Emerging Leaders and staff, built a large deck and accessible ramp for Victor outside. The deck has increased safety for Victor and independent access to enjoy his yard. Victor utilizes the new outdoor space to host gatherings that allow individuals with spinal cord injuries to connect, celebrate and support one another. A former patient at Craig Hospital, Victor started an online support group for other patients during the Covid pandemic. The new space allows the group to meet in person and explore hands-on activities such as stained glass art, which Victor learned during rehabilitation. The HBF also completed flooring and a fully accessible bathroom inside the home.
ABOUT HOME BUILDERS FOUNDATION:
For more than 30 years, Home Builders Foundation - the Charity of Choice for HBA - has enabled individuals with disabilities and their families to live more independent, elevated lives. Skilled volunteers and collaborative partners come together to create home modifications that empower greater access, reinforce safety and equip clients with the ability to tackle everyday tasks. HBF has completed home modifications including ramps, room alterations, bathrooms, and much more for 2,300+ individuals and their families and the number of requests continues to grow. HBF expects to complete 376 projects for 188 individuals in 2024 – with an estimated community impact value of more than $1.25 million. To learn more about HBF, visit www.hbfdenver.org.
ABOUT HOME BUILDERS FOUNDATION:
For more than 30 years, Home Builders Foundation - the Charity of Choice for HBA - has enabled individuals with disabilities and their families to live more independent, elevated lives. Skilled volunteers and collaborative partners come together to create home modifications that empower greater access, reinforce safety and equip clients with the ability to tackle everyday tasks. HBF has completed home modifications including ramps, room alterations, bathrooms, and much more for 2,300+ individuals and their families and the number of requests continues to grow. HBF expects to complete 376 projects for 188 individuals in 2024 – with an estimated community impact value of more than $1.25 million. To learn more about HBF, visit www.hbfdenver.org.
Contact:
Beth Forbes
bforbes@hbfdenver.org, (303) 551-6721
