In Support of An Accessible Van for Elijah
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Amy is a devoted mother of 10, raising a loving,
resilient family where Elijah and his siblings are truly the heart of her
story. Together, they navigate life with faith, teamwork, and deep devotion
to one another.
Elijah is almost 8 years old
and lives with Lissencephaly and Cerebral Palsy. While doctors
once placed limits on his life, Elijah continues to show strength, joy, and presence
every single day — surrounded by siblings who love and protect him fiercely.
Transportation
has become a critical and urgent need.
Their current family van is breaking down and does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. Elijah’s wheelchair weighs over 300 pounds, making it unsafe and physically impossible to lift manually. Without proper accessibility, even routine outings place physical strain and safety risks on the entire family.
Their current family van is breaking down and does not have a wheelchair-accessible lift. Elijah’s wheelchair weighs over 300 pounds, making it unsafe and physically impossible to lift manually. Without proper accessibility, even routine outings place physical strain and safety risks on the entire family.
A
wheelchair-accessible van is not a luxury — it is essential for this family.
To travel safely, together, and with dignity, they need a vehicle that can accommodate Elijah’s specific wheelchair and medical needs, while also fitting a large family.
To travel safely, together, and with dignity, they need a vehicle that can accommodate Elijah’s specific wheelchair and medical needs, while also fitting a large family.
The
average cost of a gently used accessible van is approximately $90,000.
This includes the vehicle, lift system, safety restraints, and required modifications for Elijah’s wheelchair.
This includes the vehicle, lift system, safety restraints, and required modifications for Elijah’s wheelchair.
This van would provide:
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Safe
and reliable transportation for Elijah
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Protection
and peace of mind for his siblings and mom
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Reduced
physical strain and risk
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Access to medical care,
therapy, and family life together
Amy has carried so much on her shoulders with grace. This is a moment where community can step in and help carry the load.
Every prayer, share, and contribution helps keep this family moving forward — together.
Updates
Keep up to date as needs change.
Mar 01, 2026
Van update
Some days, this journey feels heavier than others, and Friday was o...
Feb 13, 2026
February 13, 2026 Update
We were supposed to be exploring D.C. this weekend with friends, ma...
Jan 30, 2026
January 30, 2026 Update
Our Journey to an Accessible Van for Elijah Continues: We Got a Ram...
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