Help Support Sidney's Every Step!

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.

Our goal is to continue fortifying his development with new and innovative, yet noninvasive therapies and we are thrilled to get the blessings of Sidney’s care team to participate in a 3-week Intensive Physical Therapy program which will be just that!We have partnered with the great folks at Now I Can Foundation in Lititz, Lancaster County PA who offer children and adults access to specialized personal physical therapies in the form of one to three week long ‘intensive’ programs. His evaluation qualified him for a 3-week long program–5 days a week, 2 hours per day. Repetitive movements and unique apparatuses are aides in forming new neurological motor pathways in his brain along with strengthening his core, where he experiences the most weakness. The program is $4200 (unfortunately not covered by insurance) and will require us to temporarily relocate for the three weeks as we live two hours from the Now I Can facility. An extended stay rental home in Lancaster is estimated to be $3000-3500 in addition to our permanent home’s rent in Philly.It is our sincere hope that you consider donating to Help Hope Live in Sidney George’s honor to help us cover the cost of this first (of many) therapy initiatives he’ll participate in.

At too young of an age, he was required to work physically and mentally harder than most for the simplest of tasks yet we have only witnessed him persevere through each challenge with such pride and determination. We as his parents are committed to supporting him through each and every step and are thankful for everyone who has been a part of Sid’s journey thus far.

Thank you immensely for your generous support.Krishna & Thomas / Mom & Dad