Our Hamilton-Halton chapter has made the game of boccia more accessible for youngsters with high-level disabilities. The president of Brock Niagara Penguins swim and gym team for youth with disabilities…Continue readingBoccia Ball Ramp
Category: Success Stories
“I have a hard time finding accessible rooms so I can have a barrier-free shower,” said powerhouse athlete Brian Hnatiw. Brian travels Canada and the US to compete in sitting…Continue readingTravel Bath Bench
“When guests come over I can sit them in the living room, make coffees on my modified table and roll it out to them. We then use it as a…Continue readingModified Table Top
“What keeps her independent is being able to cook for herself in her apartment” said our Ottawa Chapter Coordinator Paul Marriage. “To do that she needs to be level with…Continue readingRising Chair
Leading Canadian mouth-painter Cody Tresierra, turned to Tetra when he wanted to improve on the artistic details of his works. Cody has been creating vibrant artworks for more than 30…Continue readingAccessible Paint Palette
A roll-under crib with swing-out doors has put parenthood within reach for Jessica Vliegenthart Jessica’s challenge was caring for her son, six-month old Remy. “It’s not that motherhood was my…Continue readingRoll-Under Crib
Sometimes the simplest solutions have the greatest impact – raised sticker makes a microwave accessible. Tetra Prince George Chapter coordinator Nadine Lindstrom was initially contacted by Bobby Tom, 65, who…Continue readingMicrowave Adaptation
In 2016, six–year-old Rowan Rader diagnosed with cerebral palsy wanted to walk around independently and play soccer with his friends. However, children’s walkers on the market did not give him…Continue readingAll-terrain Walker
Tetra projects for people with disabilities are a triumph of the community coming together to provide improved access. Contributions can come in the form of time, talent or treasure. Regina…Continue readingBike Trailer
Mornings can be difficult at times; Tetra wants to make it easier for their clients. Randy McLean, 15-year-old Paralympic swimmer; contacted Tetra Vernon Coordinator, Randy Schellenberg, for a device to…Continue readingTelescopic Brush Holder