GoBabyGo! Comes to Lincoln...Join us for a Building Day!

Join us for an "Adapt a Ride-On Vehicle Class" on Saturday, May 31st at 9:30am-noon.

*See the below flyer for more details, or e-mail Chrissy at cscheer@hpnfs.com.

Go Baby Go...More Adapted Ride-on Cars!

I have previously posted about the Go Baby Go program at the University of Deleware.  Since posting about it, I have been able to attend one of Cole Galloway's classes on adapting ride-on cars to be controlled via switches, etc.  I would love to help you create a way for you little one to be up and moving on his or her own.  Let me know if you are interested in an adpated ride-on car.  You can contact me at Handprints and Footsteps via email: cscheer@hpnfs.com  or phone: 402-420-2099.  Thanks!  Chrissy Scheer, PT

Here is a link to a great short video about the Go Baby Go program and potential ideas:  http://www.nationswell.com/babiesdrivingracecars/

Winter Fun…Adapted Outdoor Play in the Snow

It is Winter here in Nebraska.  We haven't had a lot of snow yet, but I often get asked for ideas for adapted snow/ice play.  Here are some ideas that I have found.  Feel free to share things that have worked for you in the past.  Chrissy :)

*Remember:  Dress in layers and make sure fingers and toes aren't getting too cold when playing in the snow, especially for individuals who don't move much on their own. :)

Adapted "Sledding" Ideas:

Use a Snow or Water Tube (with a liner stretched across the opening as a sled):

*Photo taken from:  http://www.examiner.com/article/dressing-for-the-weather-special-kids-edition

Use a Sled with a "built-in" back support to help with trunk support:

*Photo taken from:  http://dreammom.blogspot.com/2011/12/great-item-for-special-needs-kids.html

Use a Laundry Basket with an adapted seat inside as a "sled" on icy areas:

*See Photos of this idea here:  http://caleighscorner.com/blog/2013/12/8/ice

Use a "long" sled to sled lying down:

…or Ride down a hill supported by friends and family:

Many people have used "dog sled" style sleds (like this one with added supports):

Don't Forget...FREE "YARD SALE" This Saturday!

Hi Everyone,

I just wanted to remind you all that THIS Saturday (April 27th from 2-4pm), we are having the FREE "Yard Sale" for Adaptive Equipment and Toys at Handprints & Footsteps in Lincoln, NE.

*Bring things to give away, come look for things you could use, or do both!  More information below.

FREE!! Adaptive Equipment & Toy Exchange!

 

It's a FREE "Yard Sale" for:

Adaptive Equipment & Toys

(bring some to share and/or come to find some for your home)

We are having a FREE Adaptive Equipment and Toy Exchange at Handprints and Footsteps in Lincoln, NE on Saturday, April 27th @ 2-4pm....see the brochure below for more info.

Please forward this information on to anyone else who could use it.  Thanks! :)