There is a huge lack of supportive equipment to help children with physical disabilities sit up or stand, in Kenya. Children spend their days and nights lay down not able to participate in activities. Our answer to this need? Cardboard!
#occupationaltherapy#OT#Cardboard
With the wheelchair insert mum can now push her child around. It's so much easier for her than carrying him on her back and he can now engage with the community and see what is going on.
To donate use this link
https://t.co/V1ylPiViaM
#occupationaltherapy#OT#cardboard#APT
When a child is in a good, upright position it makes playing possible, and playing = learning.
APT KENYA is providing equipment that's getting children off the floor and into functional positions so they can communicate, play and learn with others.
#learning
It's a privilege to see the joy on the faces of parents and children when the child tries the chair or standing frame for the first time. We know it is going to make a huge difference physically and socially to the children.
#standing#cardboard#chair#Disability#Kenya
The benefits of a standing frame can include improved posture, digestion, hip stability, cardio fitness and prevent contractures.
A standing frame can even improve a child's social well-being, giving them opportunities to engage with friends and family at eye level.
#standing
💡 We love this @GlobalGiving article with 10 reasons why community-led organisations deserve direct funding. 💡
Have a read with your lunch and let us know what you think?
https://t.co/cL3v8bHbUR
#ShiftThePower#GlobalGiving#CommunityLed
Having a chair is not just about comfort and posture. For this young girl having a chair that supports her when sitting means she is able to use her hands and feed herself. It also means she is able to play with siblings and be more included in family activities.
#cardboard#APT
Chairs and standing frames ready for children.
Equipment is made to suit each child's individual needs.
Please get in touch if you are local to Njoro, Nakuru County and know any child that would benefit from a piece of equipment like this.
#APTKenya#ThePottersHouseCBO#chairs
Welcome to our new Twitter page for APT Kenya.
This is a new project for The Potter's House CBO that will provide many disabled children with the postural supportive equipment they need.
Alongside the disability equipment, household items will be made and sold to the public.