Help Support Sidney's Every Step!
Sidney George was born on the morning of Valentines Day 2022 by emergency cesarean after complications during labor. Life saving measures were performed after Sidney endured hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy (HIE) – a limitation of oxygen and blood flow causing traumatic brain injury. Uncertainty mounted once we realized his doctors could not confirm whether Sidney would be as healthy as we expected, or even be able to one day walk or talk. Our lives were changed forever. At 10 months old, Sidney was officially diagnosed with Spastic Quadriplegic Cerebral Palsy with an emphasis on fine and gross motor delays.
Almost 2 years old now, Sidney is a bright and happy boy who loves music, nature and watching monster trucks! He really enjoys reading books, as long as you’re willing to let him turn the pages. Oral motor delays have affected his ability to speak (and eat certain foods) but that doesn’t keep him from singing the notes of his favorite Elmo song or chatting with relatives via FaceTime. ‘Hollywood Sidders’ as some call him, is a true star that shines brightly upon everyone he meets. Just try not to smile when he says, “hi!”Although we are still working diligently on sitting-up unassisted and self-feeding, he has made tremendous strides in his new gait trainer walker. His newly acquired independence has been monumental to his confidence. None of which would’ve been possible without the months of physical, occupational, feeding, aquatic and speech therapy that aided in the complex process.
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March 23, 2026
Sidney Got His Wings — on Wheels! 🚲🧡 Summer of 2025
We are beyond grateful to the Philadelphia Flyers Alumni (with the support of Help Hope Live) for awarding Sidney with his very first adaptive tricycle — and we are still riding the high (pun fully intended).
We had spotted these incredible adaptive bikes at the Abilities Expo two years in a row, admiring them from a distance and never daring to imagine Sidney could receive one. And then — he did. Being chosen for this gift left us completely overwhelmed with gratitude, and I'll be honest: I was not prepared for the emotions that came with watching him take his very first pedal rotations at the award ceremony. I absolutely shed tears of pure, overwhelming joy.
I'll also admit something: somewhere along the way, I had quietly stopped expecting Sidney to ride a bike this early. I hadn't said it out loud — but the thought had crept in. And then Sidney, being Sidney, went right ahead and proved that quiet doubt wrong.
Now? You can catch him cruising the neighborhood with his favorite tunes blasting from a portable speaker, living his absolute best life.
To Kelly from Help Hope Live, James from Freedom Cycles, and every member of the Flyers Alumni who made this possible — thank you. This is so much more than a bike. It's freedom. It's joy. It's Sidney, exactly as he was always meant to be.
Keep rolling, Sid. We love you so much.
- Krishna
May 5, 2024
Hello Friends!
Hard to believe its been over a month since we've returned from our trip to Lancaster for Sidney's very first experience in an Intensive PT clinic. We are excited to share a video update highlighting all of his hard work and progress. Sid surely has a way of smiling through the tough stuff so we couldn't be more proud of his determination.
As we look back, we are constantly reminded of everyone who made this possible. Your support is a special gift that will have continuing positive ripple effects in our lives. Something truly priceless to us.
We are forever grateful.
Krishna & Thomas
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Guestbook
February 21, 2026
We love you Sidney! Love Rosie, Luc and Nancy !
Nancy Navarro
January 26, 2026
Happy 4th Birthday to Sidney!
Lots of love from Mamakin
I can't wait to see you all !
Renee Kitchenman
December 3, 2025
It was so fun bowling with your family tonight! Sidney’s smile is everything. Thanks for coming out!
Shannon Shensky
