Abilities Unlimited of the Carolinas

I didn’t know what to expect when we joined AU. My daughter was extremely nervous as she had never been around other children like herself. After Day 1, there was no turning back. She sat stunned for a good 3 minutes watching the other kids rolling around the gym, playing, socializing, and being “normal” kids. In nine years, my daughter had not experienced that anywhere in the world. I cannot thank Mike and AU enough for all they have done for my daughter and our family. My only regret is that we didn’t find AU sooner!!

Being with peers who face similar challenges in their daily life has been empowering both emotionally and socially. As a matter of fact, as I sit here and type this, he is enjoying celebrating his teammate’s 13th birthday at his house and a miniature golf outing. Without AU, that comradery would not be possible.

AU has given our son opportunities and challenges him to be his strongest self and continues to develop him as a leader. It’s not just about adaptive activities, it’s about chats with parents and siblings who get it. It’s about traveling with parents who have extra medical supplies you left at home. Watching him roll into a gym and not being judged because his body works differently or because he is in a wheelchair is what this program is all about.