Published March 07. 2024 08:24AM
by LOU WHEELAND Special to The Press
Three youngsters with Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit 21 were treated to adaptive mobility devices Feb. 22 at the Carbon Lehigh Intermediate Unit headquarters, 4210 Independence Drive, Schnecksville.
The mobility devices will allow these special needs youngsters and parents the ability to provide a more functional method of transportation during their daily activities.
The devices were gifted by The Children’s Charity, CLIU 21 and Blackburn’s Medical Equipment, Pittsburgh.
Randy Prunty, representing Blackburn, assisted family and support professionals with fitting each device to each child.
PRESS PHOTOS BY LOU WHEELAND Randy Putny, of Blackburn's Medical Devices, introduced the new mobility devices to families of special needs members, support professionals, staff and media at Adaptive Bicycle Day, Feb. 22 at the CLIU Main Office, 4210 Independence Drive, Schnecksville. Additional photos appear on page A2.
Mom Tara Mackenzie of Catasauqua, and Home Health Aid Leah Middendorf learn how to properly set up an adaptive wheelchair for daughter Fehel, from Randy Putny during Adaptive Bicycle Day at CLIU 21, Schnecksville.
Dad Michael Otieno and mom Chasity King of Lower Macungie adjust the adaptive mobility device for son Limear King at the Adaptive Bicycle Day, Feb. 22 at the CLIU 21, Schnecksville.
Kristin Seiler and daughter Lilly of Salisbury Township, take a spin around the lobby with Lilly's newly acquired adaptive mobility chair at the Adaptive Bicycle Day, Feb. 22 at the CLIU 21's main office at 4210 Independence Drive, Schnecksville.
