EDMOND, OKLA (KFOR) — “Inspiring mobility and independence”. That’s the motto for Ambucs , which is a group that helps kids and veterans increase mobility by making adaptive tricycles and wheelchair ramps.
Ambucs is a national non-profit founded in 1922.
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There are 4,000 members nationwide, and 80 volunteers at the Edmond chapter .
“We build trikes for people with mobility issues. We help provide ramps for people who can’t get out of their homes because they’re wheelchair dependent and they don’t have a ramp to get out,” said Keri Crutchfield, a chairperson for the AMBUCS golf tournament.
Volunteers also said they provide scholarships for physical, speech, or occupational therapy.
A big project they give back with is the “Amtryke”.
“The Amtryke’s usually come from a therapist, a physical therapist or occupational therapist because they’re working with individual and they recommend them for one,” said Crutchfield.
The trike is meant to be adaptive for those who can’t ride a bike due to mobility issues or balance.