Shelva’s Help
A social, physical and cognitive skill strengthening program for adolescents and adults diagnosed with autism
Project Description
When I took jay to Walmart and asked him to push a shopping cart, my literal son pushed the cart with all of his strength. I then ran after the cart with all of my speed to make sure no on was injured by the flying cart. Over the next two months Jay and I worked with a medicine ball, beach ball, wrist weights and more to help him with navigation and safety. After the two months had passed we returned to Walmart, Jay was able to navigate the shopping cart successfully for over 30 minutes. Jay's proprioceptive skills development over those two months also enhanced his receptive language and problem solving skills.
<img class="alignnone size-medium wp-image-9160" src="https://www.ifundwomen.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/TEACCH-2-300x228…" alt="TEACCH 2" We have combined TEACCH for Autism's approach to learning with NC State University's Ergonomic Centers consultation to give adolescents and adults with autism the tools for enhanced safety and more employable skills. Everyone should have more options to excel.
Updates
The Campaign FAQs
The Shelva's Help Strengthening Program is designed to provide adolescents and young adults with the tools for more employment options and enhanced safety skills. The total cost for our 501c3 non-profit program is $350,000. Our crowdfunding campaign is for two of the items students will use during strengthening exercises.
- 30 6lb medicine balls (approx $25 apiece) $750
- 150 2lb wrist weights ($4.99 for 2 @Walmart’s Tone Fitness Ankle/ Wristband) $375
We are currently applying for grants which will be awarded during the Winter of 2018. If we are unable to obtain the funds required to effectively manage Shelva's Help we will dissolve the non-profit and funds will be distributed to The North Carolina Autism Society, the North Carolina Epilepsy Foundation and North Carolina Easter Seals UCP.
Thank you in advance for your consideration and contribution.
Just Because I Care
6-Panel chino cotton twill baseball cap
100% combed ringspun cotton t-shirt. Light weight jersey fabric. Color Options- Athletic Orange, Black, Brown, Carolina Blue, Dark Chocolate, Deep Navy Deep Red, Pink, Plum, Teal and White
Get ready for friendly fun and a time to create new memories with your teammates.Teams of three will compete in a race against time to find designated location on the campus of UNC at Chapel Hill. The winning team will receive three $50 gift cards to Omega Sports in Morrisville, NCCheck In will begin at 7:00am. The Scavenger Hunt Will begin at 9:00am.
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On November 4, 2017 Shelva's Help will host its first Quintet Scavenger Hunt in Chapel Hill. Come enjoy a race against time while learning more about Chapel Hill with friends and family for the grand prize - Fleet Feet Gift Certificates. If your team takes a selfie in one of the four event bonus locations they will be entered into a drawing for additional prizes. Lots of fun for everyone and every age.
Sponsor Wall A .125 Mirror Polished Aluminum 6
A .125 Mirror Polished Aluminum 6
Rewards
Just Because I Care
6-Panel chino cotton twill baseball cap
100% combed ringspun cotton t-shirt. Light weight jersey fabric. Color Options- Athletic Orange, Black, Brown, Carolina Blue, Dark Chocolate, Deep Navy Deep Red, Pink, Plum, Teal and White
Get ready for friendly fun and a time to create new memories with your teammates.Teams of three will compete in a race against time to find designated location on the campus of UNC at Chapel Hill. The winning team will receive three $50 gift cards to Omega Sports in Morrisville, NCCheck In will begin at 7:00am. The Scavenger Hunt Will begin at 9:00am.
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On November 4, 2017 Shelva's Help will host its first Quintet Scavenger Hunt in Chapel Hill. Come enjoy a race against time while learning more about Chapel Hill with friends and family for the grand prize - Fleet Feet Gift Certificates. If your team takes a selfie in one of the four event bonus locations they will be entered into a drawing for additional prizes. Lots of fun for everyone and every age.
Sponsor Wall A .125 Mirror Polished Aluminum 6
A .125 Mirror Polished Aluminum 6