Adaptive shoes for Frankie who relies on a wheelchair and orthotics but loves fashion and wants stylish sneakers that accommodate her needs
Frankie Gilman, 17 years old, OR | 4 DAYS WAITING
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Treehouse TherapiesFrankie is a radiant beam of light whose beauty is matched only by her incredible inner strength. Living with Rett Syndrome, medically refractory seizures, and a coronary artery abnormality, she faces profound medical challenges every single day, yet she meets them with extraordinary patience, tolerance, and grace. Frankie works tirelessly at everything she does, demonstrating a quiet, unwavering resilience that inspires everyone around her. Overflowing with love and a spirit that refuses to be defined by her diagnosis, she is a true hero and a deeply cherished gift to all who are fortunate enough to know her.
Although Frankie relies on her wheelchair for daily mobility, she works incredibly hard in physical, occupational, and hippotherapy. She continues to make progress through her therapies, even practicing walking with significant assistance in a LiteGait trainer. Because of hypotonia and overpronation, Frankie wears supportive orthotics that require wide, accommodating footwear. But Frankie is also a huge fashion lover who wants her shoes to reflect her personal style rather than look medical. A gift card for BILLY Footwear adaptive shoes would make a wonderful Christmas gift, allowing her to choose trendy, comfortable sneakers that accommodate her orthotics while showing off her vibrant personality!
