Help Kevin take steps through intensive therapy
Help Kevin Take Steps Toward Independence
Kevin is a courageous and determined young boy from Lebanon living with spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy. Every movement he makes requires tremendous effort, yet he faces each day with a smile, incredible determination, and hope.
Kevin dreams of becoming more independent, standing taller, walking with greater confidence, and participating more fully in school and everyday life. With the right intensive rehabilitation, these goals are within reach.
About Kevin
Kevin is a loving 8-year-old little boy who enjoys spending time with his older brother (12 years) and younger sister (4 years). He attends school with the support of a shadow teacher and works incredibly hard every day to keep up with his classmates despite the physical challenges he faces.
His family celebrates every milestone, no matter how small, because every new movement has been achieved through years of therapy, perseverance, and determination.
Medical Background
Kevin was born prematurely at 30 weeks of pregnancy and spent 45 days in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). He later suffered a brain injury known as periventricular leukomalacia (PVL), which resulted in spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy.
His condition affects all four limbs and his trunk, causing:
Severe muscle stiffness and spasticity
Weakness and poor motor control
Balance and coordination difficulties
Delayed gross motor development
Difficulty standing and walking independently
The need for continuous rehabilitation and specialized orthopedic equipment
Kevin's medical team at American University of Beirut medical center (AUBMC) recommends:
Physical therapy: (12/Month), occupational therapy (4/Month), speech therapy (4/Month)
Adaptive equipment: wheelchair/adaptive stroller, standing frame, gait trainer, custom seating, orthotics.
Medical care: orthopedic follow-up, imaging and operations.
Home modifications: safe seating in bathroom and during shower (full bathroom modification), ramps and assistive equipments beside his bed.
Travel & logistics: Equipped car compatible for wheelchair for transportation.
Although Kevin has made meaningful progress over the years through regular therapy, he has now reached a stage where intensive rehabilitation is essential to continue improving his mobility, strength, balance, and independence.
His rehabilitation specialists have recommended an intensive therapy program in Egypt, where he can receive several hours of specialized therapy each day over a period of 4 to 6 months. This program offers an opportunity that is currently unavailable to him in Lebanon.
The program includes:
Physical therapy 4 to 5 hours per day, 6 days per week.
Occupational therapy 2 hours per day, 3 days per week.
Speech therapy 1 hour per day twice per week. In addition to hydrotherapy (Plan to be discussed in details later on)
Why We Need Your Help
As Kevin's parents, we both work full-time and dedicate everything we can to his care. However, despite our best efforts, the financial burden has become overwhelming.
Kevin's father works hard, but his employment is not stable, making it difficult to meet the growing medical expenses. Alongside Kevin, we are also raising his brother and sister while trying to provide them with a stable and loving home.
The cost of intensive therapy abroad, accommodation, transportation, and the specialized equipment Kevin requires is simply beyond our family's financial means.
What Kevin Needs
Your support will help provide:
Intensive physical therapy for 4–6 months.
Occupational therapy and rehabilitation assessments.
Accommodation in Egypt for Kevin and his caregiver during treatment.
Daily living expenses throughout the rehabilitation period.
Flights and local transportation.
New AFOs and KAFOs as he grows.
A gait trainer/walker.
Wheelchair replacement or modifications when needed.
Medical evaluations and follow-up care.
Educational support: the need of a shadow teacher and assistive equipments during school
Home modifications to make Kevin's life easier
How Your Donation Helps
Every donation, no matter the amount, will go directly toward Kevin's rehabilitation and medical needs.
We are committed to being fully transparent and will regularly share updates, progress reports, and receipts whenever possible so every donor can see the impact of their generosity.
How You Can Help
Donate: Every contribution brings Kevin one step closer to greater independence.
Share: Sharing Kevin's story with your family, friends, and community is just as valuable as donating.
Connect: If you know organizations, therapists, foundations, or individuals who support children with cerebral palsy, we would be grateful for your introduction.
Thank You
Your kindness gives Kevin something priceless: hope.
Every therapy session, every new piece of equipment, and every step forward is possible because compassionate people choose to help.
Thank you for believing in Kevin and for helping him build a future filled with greater mobility, confidence, and independence.
Contact number : +961 3 698291 (Rami Bark, Kevin's father)
IBAN: LB50003900000002252110250006
Email: albouna.jenny@hotmail.com
Wish: 20540392-01
