I had pursued a question regarding organizations which help to provide social opportunities for people in wheelchairs. Some of you have asked some questions: where do I live, what am I looking for, and am I looking for wheelchair only events.
To answer some of these questions, I live in Olney Maryland. I am a C4/C5 quadriplegic who was injured in the Serb about four years again. Last year, I attempted to begin a program to help quadriplegics. Over the past year, I have researched and refined the concept. My original plans were to become a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, but I simply don't like to do that much paperwork, and I am concerned that any sort of management position could jeopardize my Medicaid and Social Security. I am now looking for an organization to partner with. Specifically, I'm looking for an organization which is an established charity and which focuses on recreational and social needs (not medical or rehabilitation needs or vocational issues) for people in wheelchairs. I have a one-page draft mission statement. I would very much appreciate any comments you have from reviewing the document, and I would be very happy if you would forward the document to potentially interested parties as you feel it is appropriate. If you would like a copy of my draft statement, please reply to this e-mail and request a copy. Thanks, and take care, Dave Krehbiel
