Frequently Asked Questions
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Three Apples Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of people with severe physical disabilities and supporting the families who care for them. The Foundation was inspired by more than a decade of firsthand family caregiving experience and the challenges of finding practical information, equipment, and support.
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The Foundation is being developed primarily to serve individuals with severe physical disabilities and their family caregivers. Its goal is to help families find practical solutions that can make caregiving safer and easier while giving their loved ones greater independence, mobility, comfort, and opportunities to participate in everyday life.
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The Foundation's vision is to become a one-stop resource for caregivers. This will include information about assistive equipment and technologies, mobility and transportation solutions, caregiving resources, educational materials, and connections to organizations and services that may be able to help. As resources become available, the Foundation also intends to help qualifying families gain access to needed equipment and other assistance.
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No. Three Apples Foundation is not a medical provider and does not replace the advice or care of physicians, therapists, or other qualified healthcare professionals. Its role is to help families navigate caregiving challenges, discover practical resources and technologies, and connect with appropriate sources of assistance.
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Yes. Three Apples Foundation welcomes opportunities to collaborate with caregivers, healthcare and rehabilitation professionals, nonprofit organizations, researchers, engineers, assistive-technology developers, manufacturers, businesses, and others who share its goals. Anyone interested in working with the Foundation is encouraged to get in touch through the website.
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There are many ways to help. You can spread the word, introduce the Foundation to families who may benefit from its services, share relevant expertise or resources, explore opportunities to collaborate, volunteer, or make a donation. Even a simple introduction or shared post can help connect a family with resources they may not otherwise discover.