Congratulations to Randolph College Society of Physics students who won the Hallowheels competition for most popular costume design, with their rendition of Cinderella’s carriage for sweet 6 year old Maddie.

Kacie Hodges, CATS volunteer, accepts check from Sandra Morse (R) Executive Director of the Smith Mountain Lake Charity Home Tour, on November 7th. CATS is most appreciative for this opportunity, and especially grateful for our committee chairperson for this event, Karen McCarty (L)

The Smith Mountain Lake Civitan Club recently presented a check to Children’s Assistive Technology Services (CATS) for $23,885. The money will be used by CATS to purchase a second van which will serve the Charlottesville to Richmond to Norfolk corridor, while the first van purchased through Roanoke Valley Gives 2018 will serve the western side of the state.

Sleepsafe Beds has generously donated a twin-size medium bed for the raffle at the Kids on the Move Equipment Expo September 16, 2017.

Application deadline: Thursday, April 12 Do you have a desire to help children with physical limitations in Virginia get the adaptive equipment they need? Are you a quick learner? Flexible and able to work well in a team minded atmosphere? As the CATS Administrative Assistant

The Governor’s Volunteerism and Community Service Awards recognize the significant contributions of Virginia citizens to the life and welfare of the Commonwealth and its people. On April 10, 2018, CATS Founder and President, Cathie Cummins, PT was presented with the award for Outstanding Senior Volunteer for her work in creating the CATS program and growing it to serve children with disabilities throughout Virginia.

Do you have gently used adaptive equipment that your child is no longer using? Do you live in the Richmond area? Donate it to CATS! Drop it off at the following locations:

Congratulations to our worthy raffle winner at the Kids on the Move Expo yesterday in Roanoke! Five year old Christian will be receiving an adaptive bed provided through the generosity of Al Flora at SleepSafe Beds. The Expo was beautifully executed by event chairperson, Deanna Hodges, and CATS volunteers.

Despite inclement weather the Richmond CATS Equipment Scrub this past Saturday was attended by 26 volunteers including staff from National Seating and Mobility who provided expertise in assessing for repairs needed.

On Thursday, June 21, CATS participated in the Roanoke Valley’s Day of Action, and welcomed five employees of the Eaton Corporation of Roanoke out for an Equipment Scrub.