Team Jigger Foundation launches Chair Aware 2022

Confined to a chair himself after a high speed collision in 2011 that resulted in a STARS Air Ambulance ride and months of recovery, Lunn founded the Team Jigger Foundation to provide needed resources and fill the gap between injury and rehabilitation.

“Our foundation works on three fronts,” Lunn says, “First, to raise awareness of accessibility issues and barriers in our community and throughout central Alberta. Second, to provide mentorship, resources and assistance to those born with or experiencing a loss of mobility or function.”

“And third,” he continues. “To acquire specialized physiotherapy equipment that has been modified for paraplegics, quadriplegics, brain injury recoveries, MS patients, those with balance or cardiovascular issues, amputees or degenerative conditions – you name it – we want to ensure they have access to equipment not normally available at a physiotherapist or hospital to help contribute to their recovery physically and mentally, and to reach the peak of their adjusted ability.”

Those pieces of equipment are not only uncommon, they are also expensive, note Teamm Jigger Foundation officials. That’s why participants of Chair Aware will be soliciting donations in addition to experiencing the sometimes-frustrating restrictions of a wheelchair. The goal of Chair Aware is to raise enough money to fund the purchase of additional modified equipment for the Lacombe-based Team Jigger Foundation.

Officials say participants described their experience in last year’s event as enlightening, exhausting, and frustrating at times.

“Having to ask for assistance was humbling,” recalls MNP’s Melisa Milne. “I had to ask for help to get my coffee from the staff kitchen to my office; a task I’ve done countless times, but on that day, it was impossible to do by myself.”

“We couldn’t pass up the opportunity to participate in such a great event,” shares Angela Law, board member with Team Jigger and partner at MNP. “Most everyone knows somebody who has experienced a loss or decline of mobility through an accident or disease. Not all of us stop to think about the everyday challenges and restrictions that able-bodied individuals may take for granted.”

“The work the Team Jigger Foundation is doing is something MNP can get behind, and we hope to make a huge difference in the lives of central Albertans,” adds Milne.

Officials say several MNP team members have once again committed to participate and will be assisting in the organization and execution of this year’s event. Seats will be limited, so those wishing to participate are encouraged to reach out early.

“We were amazed by the support of last year’s event,” says Lunn, “and this year it’s going to be that much better.”

Anyone interested in participating, donating or volunteering in the Team Jigger Foundation Chair Aware Event can visit www.teamjigger.com or call (825) 640-8326 for further details.

by rdnewsNOW Staff

Team Jigger Foundation launches Chair Aware 2022

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