Jacoby lives with cerebral palsy, a condition which affects his movement, posture and eyesight. He has been receiving exceptional care from the amazing Rehabilitation Centre team for a decade. His condition is chronic and Jacoby will require ongoing support for his development and quality of life.
He is spirited, engaging, kind-hearted and playful. This 12-year-old youth loves sports, Mama Mia, pizza and spending time with his twin sister Addison.
Donor support of the Foundation has made a difference to Jacoby in profound ways. He is an active participant in the donor-funded Leisure in Fun Environments (LIFE) Program, attending summer camps and Saturday Night for Teens sessions. He has also received specialized equipment including an adaptive tricycle to enhance his mobility and independence, a cruiser and smart home technology.
Inclusion is often overlooked as opposed to expected for children and youth living with disabilities. Generous support from donors to the Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation helps Jacoby and his peers actively participate with their families, schools, friends and communities.
“The LIFE Program is so valuable and allows Jacoby to be like everyone else. We have seen an increase in his social skills and he has made new friends. We love this program!” – Jacoby’s mom Vanessa
We’re in this together.
By making a gift today to the Foundation’s I Belong campaign, you are supporting a very important objective… inclusion.
To learn more about how you can be a part of enhancing young lives, visit ibelongmb.ca or call the Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation at (204) 258-6700. We would love to connect with you.