Leah B.

On behalf of Leah and myself, thank you and the HBF!  All involved have been a tremendous blessing to us.” – Jay, father of 2015 recipient Thanks to A Grandview Deck and Patio for building the ramp and to Professionals Miracles Foundation who helped fund the project. The crew was lead by project captain, Darrald …

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Terri M.

“I have had Multiple Sclerosis for 29 years.  The first 23 years I had Relapsing Remitting (the mildest phase).   The last six years it has decided to progress to Secondary Progressive.  It has affected my balance and the right side of my body.  The stair lift and shower has allowed me to maintain my independence! …

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Jack K.

Thursday, August 27th – Volunteers from Boise Cascade, Trex and VIP Mortgage came together during the 5th Annual Blitz Build by the Home Builders Foundation (HBF) to build a ramp for Jack K. Jack K. is battling Duchenne Muscular dystrophy. Thanks to the project captian, Saddleback Design, and to the volunteers from Boise Cascade, Trex …

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Debbie R.

Debbie R. had a spinal infection that caused her spine to deteriorate. She has been using a wheelchair for the past three years. In order to get to her medical appointments independently, Debbie needed a ramp to enter and exit her home. With a crew of volunteers led by skilled Project Captain Warren, WB Construction, …

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Jack B.

“Jack is a 13 year old boy who was born prematurely at 28 weeks.  His primary diagnosis is Cerebral Palsy and is a spastic quadriplegic.  This year HBF completed home modifications for Jack. Up to this point we were lifting jack up and down the stairs while in his wheelchair. This was possible when he was younger and lighter. …

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Joan M.

With the support of RW specialties, the HBF installed railings for Joan and Leo M., a couple aging in place. The couple can now safely enter and exit their own home. “I did this job for Joan and Leo M. yesterday afternoon. They were very happy and thankful to the HBF for the railings, it …

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Kyla B.

Kyla is an eleven-year-old Boulder resident who has cerebral palsy and uses a walker to get around. Kyla and her family came to the HBF to request assistance modifying their bathroom, so that Kyla could us it independently. They also were looking for a solution to enable Kyla to enter and exit their home by …

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Lisa J.

After having hip issues and undergoing 8 surgeries, Lisa now uses a walker. Without a lift into the home, it was difficult for her to leave her house. Thanks to support from Accessible systems the HBF was able to install a vertical platform lift allow Lisa to regain her independence. “I could not be more delighted …

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Richard M.

Richard was an Arvada senior who became paralyzed after a 40 foot fall. In order for Richard to have full access of his home, he needed a stair lift installed. With support from Accessible Systems and the National Fair Housing Alliance, the HBF was able to complete this project for Richard and his family. “Jesse [Project …

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Darthelia B.

The steps into Darthelia’s home were becoming difficult for her to navigate. In order for her to have safe access into and out of her home, she needed handrails. With the help of R/W Specialties, the HBF was able to help. “This note in no-way can express the thanks & appreciation for the railings installed …

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