Momentum Wheels for Humanity

When someone in need receives a wheelchair, crutches or other assistive product, it creates a wave of positive change. It transforms their life, uplifts their family, and strengthens their community.

In our 28 years providing quality assistive products in Latin America, we’ve touched countless lives.

We’re trying to raise $4,000 by Aug 31 to support our life-changing work in Latin America. Can you help us reach our goal?

DONATE today: mwh-la.raiselysite.com

Cuando alguien necesitado recibe una silla de ruedas, muletas u otro producto de asistencia, se crea una ola de cambio positivo. Transforma su vida, eleva a su familia y fortalece su comunidad.

En nuestros 28 años proporcionando productos de asistencia de calidad en América Latina, hemos tocado innumerables vidas.

Estamos tratando de recaudar $4,000 para el 31 de agosto para apoyar nuestro trabajo que cambia vidas en América Latina. ¿Puedes ayudarnos a alcanzar nuestro objetivo?

DONE hoy: mwh-la.raiselysite.com

Disability is not inability 🇩🇴 Wheelchair skills training in partnership with the Asociación Dominicana de Rehabilitación (ADR), a non-profit organization in the Dominican Republic providing comprehensive rehabilitation services through thirty-three centers.

Let’s embrace a Latin America where everyone has the chance to shine, regardless of ability. Support our efforts in the Dominican Republic by making an impactful donation today: momentum4humanity.org/donate

La discapacidad no es incapacidad 🇩🇴 Capacitación en habilidades en silla de ruedas con la Asociación Dominicana de Rehabilitación (ADR), una organización sin fines de lucro en la República Dominicana que brinda servicios integrales de rehabilitación a través de treinta y tres centros.

Abracemos una América Latina donde todos tengan la oportunidad de brillar, independientemente de su capacidad. Apoye nuestros esfuerzos en la República Dominicana haciendo una donación impactante hoy: momentum4humanity.org/donate

Momentum Wheels for Humanity has been working in Latin America and the Caribbean since the organization was founded in 1996. Our current programming is focused on improving health outcomes and promoting inclusion for people with physical disabilities by:

♿️ Creating sustainable access to affordable assistive products
🩼 Building local capacity to provide quality rehabilitation services
🌎 Ensuring inclusive disaster response

Your support makes a difference. Donate today to help us continue our important work in Latin America and the Caribbean. DONATE here: mwh-la.raiselysite.com

Momentum Wheels for Humanity-Latin America Make a donation today to support children and adults with disabilities in Latin America and the Caribbean.

Highlighting the incredible diversity of Latin America, including the strength and resilience of its people with disabilities 💪 Did you know over 85 million individuals in the region live with a disability? From rehabilitation services to assistive products, Momentum Wheels for Humanity is dedicated to providing accessible solutions for all. Join us in celebrating our life-changing work creating more inclusive futures in Latin America ♿️🌍

🔗 We’re trying to raise $4,000 by August 31 to support our work in Latin America. Can you help us by donating today? momentum4humanity.org/donate

Destacando la increíble diversidad de América Latina, incluyendo la fortaleza y resiliencia de sus personas con discapacidad 💪 ¿Sabías que más de 85 millones de personas en la región viven con una discapacidad? Desde servicios de rehabilitación hasta productos de asistencia, Momentum Wheels for Humanity se dedica a brindar soluciones accesibles para todos. Únase a nosotros para celebrar nuestro trabajo que cambia vidas creando futuros más inclusivos en América Latina ♿️🌍

🔗 Estamos tratando de recaudar $4,000 para el 31 de agosto para apoyar nuestro trabajo en América Latina. ¿Puedes ayudarnos donando hoy? momentum4humanity.org/donate

Disabilities are diverse, and so are the needs of those who live with them. July is in the USA, and we're using this opportunity to raise awareness and advocate for quality, individualized rehabilitation services and AT for people with disabilities in the USA and everywhere 🌎 Share and help us spread the word: momentum4humanity.org

📷: Paraplegic Center Peshawar

At Momentum Wheels for Humanity, we promote greater inclusion for people with disabilities globally through mobility, therapy, advocacy, and empowerment.

Connecting Communities, Expanding Lives: Our mission connects communities, shares knowledge, and fosters a world where every person has the opportunity to thrive.

Learn more: momentum4humanity.org

Since Russia’s full-scale invasion, Ukraine's medical professionals have had to adapt to meet the needs of both civilian and military patients.

"Three years ago, we didn't have physical therapists, occupational therapists, or psychologists, let alone adequate rehabilitation aids,” said Mykhailo Kobzei, head of the Department of Rehabilitation and Restorative Medicine at the Central City Clinical Hospital in Ivano-Frankivsk. With Momentum Wheels for Humanity's support, the department has been rapidly expanding and has a beacon of hope in a difficult time.

"We will build a great Ukraine, regardless of any circumstances," Kobzei said.

Momentum Wheels for Humanity is increasing access to quality rehabilitation services across Ukraine through evidence-based training for physical and occupational therapists, and assistive product supply and provision.

Physical therapist Sergii Polivoda, who has attended several trainings, said, "We used to have problems with people not knowing where to buy rehabilitation aids, how to use them, or how to adjust them. After working with Momentum, everything has changed drastically. Now, as soon as a patient arrives, we assess their condition, determine if they need a rehabilitation aid, and how we can assist in their rehabilitation. If needed, the necessary aids arrive within 1-2 days."

"I observe how our specialists approach rehabilitation services differently now. When you call a physical therapist or an occupational therapist, you realize they know more than I do as a department head because of what they've learned from Momentum. It's not just about choosing a rehabilitation aid but also teaching patients how to use it," Mykhailo Kobzei added.

Support our work in Ukraine: https://momentum4humanity.org/ukraine/

🌈Disability Pride Month🌈

- A time to honor and celebrate the diverse experiences and identities of people with disabilities
- This month-long observance promotes awareness, acceptance, and inclusion, coinciding with the anniversary of the Americans with disabilities Act (ADA) signed on July 26, 1990

Let's recognize and uplift the incredible achievements and contributions of individuals with disabilities!

Together, we created a more inclusive world during our 2023-24 fiscal year. Your support expanded global access to quality assistive products, strengthened healthcare systems, and bolstered local capacity.

Let’s continue bringing mobility, independence, and hope to those in need. Fiscal year-end gifts, no matter the size, sustain our programs and make our critical work possible for the future. Donate today at momentum4humanity.org/donate

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Ukraine 🇺🇦: Wheelchair service training at our AT Hub in Lviv as part of our ongoing efforts to build and support local workforce capacity to meet the urgent and growing need for quality AT services

The newest addition to the CLASP catalog of quality, affordable assistive products: the Multisport wheelchair by Motivation International

CLASP is Momentum Wheels for Humanity’s assistive technology supply project and has delivered more than 30,000 products to more than 40 countries since 2014. Learn more at clasphub.org

📣New to CLASP: Multisport Wheelchair by Motivation International

Key Features:
✅ Customizable and adjustable
✅ Responsive turning and quick and effortless propulsion
✅Safe and comfortable
✅ Suitable for a variety of sports

Learn more at clasphub.org

It's easy to support those in need while also celebrating a loved one's life by donating in their honor.

Memorial donations are the perfect way to remember your loved ones and make a meaningful gift for birthdays, holidays, milestones, or any time you want to let your favorite people know you care about them. Every dollar paves the way for more inclusive futures and brings hope to families and communities around the world.

Simply complete the tribute information on our donation form to make your memorial gift today: momentum4humanity.org/donate

The UN Disability and Development Report 2024 spotlights the current situation and progress made toward the SDGs. The way things are going, the world won't achieve the for people with disabilities by 2030 unless government leaders and stakeholders speed up their efforts. The targets needing urgent improvement are:

• Accessible environments
• Anti-discrimination laws and social protections
• Reducing risks for people with disabilities during disasters and emergencies

The report outlines specific steps global leaders and stakeholders can take to accelerate progress of the SDGs. Read the executive summary report here: https://social.desa.un.org/publications/un-flagship-report-on-disability-and-development-2024

The smile says it all. 😀 Gulberto is sitting safely and comfortably in his wheelchair paired with a complete DDO D-Seat seating unit, including the tray which helps him to do activities independently.

Designed for versatility and comfort, the D-Seat can be mounted on any seat base and features a set of interchangeable postural supports. The seat and back cushions can be easily shaped for optimal postural support and pressure relief.

✨ Key Features:
Modular design: Customizable to fit any wheelchair.
Interchangeable Supports: Adapt to the user’s unique needs.
Easily Adjustable: Pre-assembled and ready for custom fitting.
Includes Tray: Perfect for various activities.

Contact us today to place your D-Seat order: clasphub.org

📸: Gulberto received his Motivation International Active Rigid Frame wheelchair and D-Seat seating unit through CLASP customer CIELO de Amor, Ecuador

Congratulations to our team in Ukraine for an impactful first year! The Assistive Technology (AT) Hub in Lviv increases access to quality rehabilitation services and assistive products to communities across Ukraine through skills training for rehabilitation professionals, assistive product supply and provision, and awareness campaigns.

To support our life-changing work in Ukraine, please visit momentum-ukraine2024.raisely.com

Momentum Wheels for Humanity Ukraine

Update from Swat, Pakistan 🇵🇰:

🟢A recent training on assistive products for rehabilitation professionals

⚪️Assistive product standard operating procedures were finalized in May

Hello, Ecuador! 🇪🇨 A container of wheelchairs and other mobility aids - including the Cub by Participant Assistive Products - arrived last month at CIELO de Amor, Ecuador, a service provider with a mission to improve the quality of life for children and young adults with disabilities.

Today we’re proud to be supporting the first ever World Day for Assistive Technology.

Whether it’s eyeglasses, hearing aids, wheelchairs, prosthetics, screen-readers or other products, 2.5 billion people need at least one form of assistive product today – and that number is expected to reach 3.5 billion by 2050. Millions of people around the world are prevented from going to school or earning a living because they can’t access the assistive technology they need. This has to change.

It’s time to ensure that everyone, everywhere can access the assistive technology they need - to study, work, and enjoy the everyday moments that many of us take for granted.

We are committed to reaching millions more people with the assistive technology they need - to live a more comfortable and accessible life.

Today is !

Did you know today, June 4th, 2024, is the first ever World Day for Assistive Technology?

Access to assistive technology can make the difference between failure and success at school, between a job or unemployment, and between a life of opportunity or dependency.

This day is all about celebrating the incredible impact assistive technology has on people with disabilities. From wheelchairs and prosthetics to screen readers and communication devices, this tech supports people in living more independent and fulfilling lives.

But there's a gap in access. Right now, only 10% of people in low-income countries can get the assistive technology they need. We believe access to assistive tech is a human right, and we're working to change that!

Join us today in raising awareness and supporting organizations working to for everyone.

🎉 Mark your calendars! Tomorrow, June 4th, 2024, is the first ever World Day for Assistive Technology (AT)!

World AT Day is about raising awareness of the importance of assistive technology and the need to make it accessible to everyone, everywhere - especially in low-income countries.

2.5 billion people need AT, but only 10% in low-income countries can access it.

Let's and work together to bridge this gap!

We are thrilled to announce a new project that aims to bolster the resilience of people with disabilities to the effects of climate change in El Salvador.

Over the next two years, we will focus on the following objectives:
♿️ Engage people with disabilities on national policies and procedures for disaster risk reduction and response.
📡 Develop communications that prioritize disability inclusiveness to ensure everyone receives critical information promptly.
🚨 Train national emergency responders to support people with disabilities in all stages of disaster management—risk reduction, response, and recovery.
🩼 Promote the integration of AT to facilitate disability-inclusive search and rescue operations and evacuation.
📣 Raise awareness about the importance of disability-inclusive disaster risk reduction and response.

Learn more about this exciting new project at momentum4humanity.org and stay tuned for project updates.

The Disability Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction Project is funded by USAID - US Agency for International Development in partnership wth Fundación Sendas Organización de Personas con Discapacidad and with the support of the Ministry of Health and General Directorate of Civil Protection of El Salvador.

Thank you to everyone who attended our Moving Forward Together Luncheon! We had a great time connecting with you at our donor appreciation and educational event in Los Angeles.

We were thrilled to provide a deeper dive into how our global teams are addressing the pressing need for rehabilitation services and assistive technology worldwide. Through events like this, we engage in conversations that create meaningful change and inspire individuals to join our movement to create a more inclusive world.

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