Michael S., an Iraq war combat veteran and former police office, became paralyzed after an ATV accident. Because of the accident, Michael moved to a ranch-style home. Even with the one story layout, there were still barriers. The HBF was able to assist by widening doorways, remodeling his bathroom and installing a vertical platform lift. …
While riding a motorcycle, Danielle was hit by a car. As a result of this accident, Danielle is paralyzed from T-6 down. To get in and out of her home and bedroom, Danielle requested a ramp and special hinges that allow for more space to pass through on her bedroom door. Thanks to Project Captain …
With Project Captain Van Dyk Construction and volunteers from Boston University’s Denver alumni group, the HBF was able to provide a wheelchair ramp and bathroom modification for Erika, a 10 year old with spina bifida. A special thanks to the National Fair Housing Alliance and the Denver Metro Fair Housing Center for additional funding for …
As a result of a foot disorder, Kristen relies on a scooter to get around. Thanks to the help of Project Captain Aspen Builders, she now has a ramp to enter and exit her home and a bathroom that can accommodate her scooter. Check out this great time-lapse video of the ramp build! Note from …
Lisa W. was injured in a motorcycle accident and needed a ramp to get into and out of here Aurora home. Thank you to Accessible Systems for participating as the Project Captain and funding from the National Fair Housing Alliance and the Denver Metro Fair Housing Alliance. A Note from the Project Captain – This …
In the summer of 2013, 60 year old Stewart was cycling in Red Rocks Park when a car pulled out in front of him. Stewart hit the front of the car, resulting in a spinal cord injury. When he returned home from the hospital, the carpeting in his home was a barrier. Thanks to Project …
Noah R. is a 13 year old with Cornelia deLange Syndrome. His mother, who adopted him while she was his social worker, needed a ramp to safely get him in and out of their home. Thanks to Project Captain Bella Villa Builders, this ramp valued at $3,500 was completed for $178.53.
Nima is a 25 year old with cerebral palsy. While in a wheelchair, he was having difficulty navigating the carpeting in his home and did not have access to his his bathroom. In addition, he could not enter and exit him home due to a step outside the front door. The HBF was able to …
Christopher W. has several disabilities and is cared for by his father. As Christopher has grown, it has become more difficult and dangerous for his father to help him up the stairs of their home. With the support of Lenard Lujan with inPower Home Solutions, the HBF was able to install a stair glide for …
Natalie D., an Aurora resident, was referred to the HBF through the National MS Society. Because of MS, Natalie relies on a motorized scooter to get around and was in need of a ramp into her home. She also was requesting grab bars to help her safely access her shower. With the leadership of Russell …