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The Darrell Gwynn Foundation Wheelchair Donation Program
Since the organization was formed, the
Darrell Gwynn Foundation, in conjunction with its partner
Sunrise Medical, has been donating new, power wheelchairs to
children and young adults in need across the country. The
Foundation receives many requests from people asking for
assistance in getting a wheelchair for themselves or a family
member who cannot otherwise receive one. The cost of a new
chair can be alarmingly expensive and coupled with the other
numerous costs associated with spinal cord injuries and
debilitating diseases, it can be troublesome to purchase a new
wheelchair. On average, a power wheelchair can run
approximately $10,000. Unfortunately, insurance does not
always cover the expense.
Having the right wheelchair is of the
utmost importance to those who suffer from spinal cord injuries
and other debilitating diseases. Wheelchairs serve as legs
for those who cannot walk. DGF works closely with its
recipients’ physical therapists and doctors to custom fit the
recipient with a wheelchair that will properly fit their needs
and abilities.
To date, the DGF Wheelchair Donation
Program, with the assistance of Sunrise Medical, has
provided over 25 new wheelchairs to underprivileged youths and
young adults, valued at over a quarter of a million dollars.
"Words can’t express how grateful I
am to you, your family and the Darrell Gwynn Foundation. I am
humbled to be the recipient of the Darrell Gwynn
Foundation/Sunrise Medical Quickie wheelchair. Now that I’ve
been in the chair for a few weeks, everything is starting to
feel more normal and routine. The chair and new technology are
helping in many ways. My neck pain, fatigue and stress level are
already benefiting from the chair."
- Jo Donlin, Wheelchair recipient
If you are interested in sponsoring a wheelchair donation, please email us at
info@darrellgwynnfoundation.org.
Click here to make a donation
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