Reshape Their World
Easing the way for children challenged by mobility issues
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About ARK
ARK (Accessibility Renovations for Kids) is a Calgary charity that provides home accessibility renovations for families with kids who have mobility issues.
Make their house feel like their home.
Help us Reshape Their World!
What's New At ARK?
Impact Report
We are proud to present our annual impact reports — a great way to see the numbers and stories behind how ARK Reshapes Their World!
Meet ARK Kids
We have some of the most amazing kids and families who have joined the ARK family — meet each one and see their story! The Nominations Team is also on the search for our next ARK Kids so don’t hesitate to nominate someone.
Purple Seal
Work in the home renovation industry? Learn more about the ARK Purple Seal program which recognizes those amazing trades and businesses who are community builders for our ARK families.
What is our renovation Process?
01. Nominate
Families are nominated by someone who knows them well and understands the child’s accessibility. The nominator provides details about family situation and explain how a renovation would be beneficial for family.
02. Meet the Family
We then meet with the family to assess the scope of the possible renovation and to verify that it is practical, achievable, and genuinely beneficial to the child’s safety, comfort, and overall the entire family.
03. Plan, Draft, Permit
Once the decision has been made to go ahead with the renovation, we will then begin drafting and planning with as much input from the family as possible. With a plan in place, we then apply for all necessary permits.
04. Fundraising and Awareness
ARK reaches out to the media, the public and our partners to secure funding and material for the renovations and raise awareness through special events and social media campaigns as well.
05. Renovations and Construction
Certified tradespeople work to modify rooms so that they are barrier-free and safe. We then install accessibility equipment such as stair lifts and ramps. and other supportive features to improve mobility within the home.
06. Family Walkthrough the Renovation
Lastly, we complete a walkthrough with the family to introduce them to their new barrier-free living space, explain the completed renovations, and ensure the home fully meets the child’s and family needs.Â
What are the goals of ark?
ARK aims to help children living with mobility issues who reside in houses which were not built for their needs.
Here in Calgary, an ARK Home Accessibility Renovation can Reshape Their World making the everyday easier for these ARK Kids and their families.
Our Stories
Kholbey's Story
Sweet little Kholbey has Cerebral Palsy, and needs a wheelchair to get around. She lives in a loving home with her parents and 3 siblings. Her family faces many challenges, both financial and medical, and ARK is proud to be able to help ease their daily burdens.
Andrea's Story
Andrea is a bright, friendly child who loves her dog, Lilly. She lives with spina bifida and hydro encephalopathy. Andrea frequently has seizures and needs constant monitoring. Unable to walk, she uses a wheelchair to navigate her world.
Caleb's Story
Our first accessibility renovation will be to give a full bathroom renovation for Caleb. Caleb is a happy and spirited 8-year-old boy born with polymicrogyria, a neurological disorder.
Jaydon's Story
We were thrilled to be able to add a lift to this renovation, allowing Jaydon to independently navigate his way to and from his brand new bathroom. It was ordered early in 2020 and was due to arrive in February or March…
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