Kaeson at the Royals!Kaeson's parents have to be on alert at all times! Why? Because seven-year-old Kaeson was diagnosed with AHC - Alternating Hemiplegia of...
Meet the Kids – Kaeson
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Meet the Kids – Gaige
Gaige is a warrior! During his second surgery for a pilocystic astrocytoma tumor, he had a stroke. As a result, he now has developmental disabilities that...
Just can’t quit smiling!
Earlier this week, I toured the new B.E. Smith Family Center at AdventHealth. I was excited to see the Variety KC Compass system, the first full-facility...
Meet the Kids: Hudson
The FIRST 3D prosthetic Arm in KC! Four-year-old Hudson needed a prosthetic arm. However, prosthetics are usually very expensive and children's...
Danny’s Ride to Alaska
What does riding a bike mean? It means freedom…independence… mobility. Whether you’re on your motorcycle heading to Alaska or pedaling your first...
Meet the Kids: Kayeden
Toddler takes on the world with the help of an Amtryke Kayeden is a toddler with a competitive streak! After watching his younger sister start...
Meet the Kids: Izack
Adaptive Bike - Vehicle to Inclusion and Mobility Izack is such a happy little guy, just look at his picture! He’s the youngest of three boys and...
Meet the Kids: Leo
The Neighborhood Charmer Five-year-old Leo’s Mom describes him like this: “Leo wakes up and goes to bed with a smile!” Can anyone really ask for more than...
Meet the Kids: JD
The Need for Inclusion and Physical Activity JD was born with spinal bifida, making it difficult to keep up with his two older sisters. Variety partners...
Meet the Kids: Ethan
The Benefits of an Adaptive Bike Ethan's multiple physical limitations make it dangerous to ride a traditional bicycle, but his therapist knows just how much...
Meet the Kids: Lindy
Adaptive Bike helps with Motor Skills During our recent radiothon for adaptive bikes, Variety KC heard of so many deserving kids with special needs who could...
Meet the Kids: Isaac
Paralysis Can't Slow Him Down Isaac was born with a rare condition causing paralysis in his lower extremities, but that doesn't stop Issac! He's an active...