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200 Wheelchairs Distributed Across Bungoma and Migori

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To reach people who are unable to come to our Centre in Nanyuki, our team carries out regular outreach visits to remote communities.

In March, they travelled to Bungoma and Migori counties, to distribute 200 wheelchairs to adults and children with mobility disabilities.

Each individual is carefully assessed to ensure their wheelchair is custom fitted to their body, posture and daily environment. Our team adjusts every wheelchair to provide proper support, comfort and safety. Families and caregivers are also guided on how to use and maintain the wheelchair, ensuring long-term impact beyond the distribution.

For many recipients, this is the first time they are able to move independently, attend school, return to work or take part in everyday life. The impact extends beyond the individual, creating a ripple effect that reaches their families and communities.

Our work is grounded in a simple belief: mobility is not a privilege, but a foundation for dignity, participation, and opportunity. By bringing our services directly into underserved communities, we can make sure more people receive the mobility and support they need.

If you would like to support our wheelchair projects, please make a donation by clicking the button below. 

 

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ALAMA Project Autism Training in Kenya

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Last month, members of our Kenya team attended a training on autism evaluation using the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS-2).

The training was delivered by the ALAMA Project Team (AMPATH) together with Moi University and Moi Teaching & Referral Hospital in Kenya. It focused on the principles of autism assessment and how clinicians observe behaviours related to communication, social interaction and play.

For our rehabilitation team in Nanyuki, this knowledge is particularly valuable. Because our occupational therapists work closely with children over extended periods of time, they are often well placed to notice developmental differences during rehabilitation sessions.

The training helps our team feel more confident in recognising signs that may need further assessment and guiding families toward appropriate referrals when concerns arise.

Investing in the training and development of our local team is an important part of our work, helping ensure the children who come to our centre receive thoughtful, holistic support.

2024 Annual Report

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WF Annual Report 2024

Walkabout Foundation & L’Oréal East Africa Empower Caregivers in Kenya

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Walkabout Foundation is proud to once again partner with L’Oréal East Africa, as a part of their annual Citizen Day programme.  

This year’s theme, Connecting with Compassion, was focused on raising awareness and building a deeper understanding of the challenges and realities faced by families raising children with disabilities.  

In August, the Walkabout Kenya and L’Oréal East Africa teams spent the day at Compassionate Hands for the Disabled Foundation Children’s Home in Ruai – cooking, playing and supporting children with disabilities, alongside 13 amazing caregivers from the Ruiru Baby Ubuntu group. 

Our Kenya team led a Disability Awareness Training for L’Oréal staff, sharing caregiving techniques, rehabilitation insights, and powerful stories from mothers in our CP Warriors & Walkabout Daycare Centre. 

L’Oréal East Africa sponsored an empowerment workshop for a group of caregivers, including training to help them better understand their children’s conditions and how to care for them. They also hosted a soap-making workshop, giving caregivers valuable skills to earn an income while continuing to care for their children. In addition, L’Oréal East Africa donated towards the Ruiru Baby Ubuntu group and the facilitation of caregiver training. 

We’re proud to continue building this meaningful partnership with L’Oréal East Africa, promoting inclusion, empowering caregivers and creating a lasting impact in the lives of families raising children with disabilities across Kenya. 

If you would like to support our mission and help empower more caregivers, consider making a donation by clicking the button below. 

 

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Carol Represents Walkabout Foundation in Wheelchair Basketball

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Meet Carol, one of our talented team members at the Kenya Centre. As a Wheelchair Assembler and Service Provider, she plays a key role in making sure people receive the mobility support they need.

From building wheelchairs to representing Kenya in adaptive sports, Carol’s journey has been one of talent and resilience.

After training with the Kenya National Sitting Volleyball team, she’s now been selected to travel to South Africa with the Kenya Wheelchair Basketball Federation for an upcoming tournament.

We’re so proud to have Carol as a part of our Walkabout Family and to be a part of her incredible journey. Her passion and determination inspire us every day.

If you’d like to support Carol and other community members accessing adaptive sports, donate by clicking below.

 

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Walkabout’s Closet Sale 2025

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Charity Nana’s Reusable Diaper Training

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In March, our Community Outreach Officer at the Kenya Centre, Charity Nana, hosted a training for women from our partner organisation, Metropolitan Sanctuary. She taught them how to make reusable diapers – from fabric selection to seam allowances and pattern cutting. 

Workshops like these are essential in empowering caregivers with the skills to create sustainable, cost-effective solutions for the individuals they support. 

Charity is excited to continue sharing her knowledge and supporting local communities

Insights from the APT Network Event in Kenya

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In February, the Walkabout Kenya team participated in an Appropriate Paper-Based Technology (APT) Network Event, hosted by The Potter’s House CBO. APT is a sustainable initiative that turns recycled paper and cardboard into assistive technology devices, therapy equipment and custom-made toys to support people with disabilities. 

The event focused on positioning techniques for children with mobility disabilities, ensuring they receive tailored support to meet their unique needs. Through interactive discussions and collaborative exercises, participants explored ways to refine therapy techniques using APT materials and enhance overall comfort for the children we serve. 

A key theme of the event was adaptive play, highlighting its essential role in therapy and rehabilitation. Participants explored how play can be a powerful tool for physical and cognitive development, crafting custom-made toys and rehabilitation devices for our Centre. 

Looking ahead, we’re excited to apply these skills, modifying and adapting assistive devices using APT to better meet individual needs. This approach will allow us to accommodate a wider range of cases, ensuring that every wheelchair provides the best possible support, comfort and mobility. 

As one of the few organizations in East Africa working with APT, this event provided a valuable opportunity for our team to deepen their knowledge and explore new ways to integrate APT at our Centre. We look forward to putting these skills into practice, further enhancing the support and care we provide to our beneficiaries. 

Walkabout Returns to Migori County

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In December 2024, our Kenya team travelled to Migori County for an outreach distribution at the Migori County Referral Hospital.

Over the course of the week, the team distributed 116 wheelchairs to people with mobility disabilities.

The rehabilitation department at the hospital, which served as the distribution venue, played a crucial role in the needs assessment process of our beneficiaries, helping to ensure that everyone received a wheelchair suitable for their needs.

For this distribution, we were supported by the Migori County Government, reinforcing the importance of local partnerships in driving sustainable change for individuals with disabilities.

2023 Annual Report

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WF Annual Report 2023

APT Training at the Walkabout Kenya Centre

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In October, our Kenya team members from the Walkabout Centre took part in an innovative training for Appropriate Paper-based Technology (APT), in partnership with Potter’s House, thanks to a grant from MAITS.

APT is a sustainable engineering approach that transforms recycled paper and cardboard materials into assistive technology devices, tailored to meet the needs of children with disabilities.

The training was divided into two parts: APT device creation and physiotherapy. During the first part, our staff learned hands-on methods for building assistive devices from recycled materials. In the physiotherapy segment, our team gained practical skills in measuring and prescribing APT devices, focusing on adaptive seating based on each individual assessment.

They received guidance on conducting postural management assessments adaptable to children with both typical and atypical developmental needs, with particular emphasis on supporting children with Cerebral Palsy. The sessions emphasised the importance of close collaboration between physiotherapists and our staff creating adaptive seating with raw materials.

This training has not only equipped our team with specialised skills, but also strengthened our capacity to offer personalised support to children with disabilities through sustainable solutions. By implementing APT, we can now produce affordable, custom-fitted devices that meet each child’s physical requirements, providing comfort, stability, and greater independence —giving each child the opportunity to thrive.

Walkabout Turns 15!

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