Thank You to Five Great High Fives Partners! Thank you very much to the following Truckee, CA businesses that continue to support the High Fives Foundation. Your collaborations, promotions and donations have allowed for the program services of the Foundation to grow. High Five to you! bigtruck headwear (bigtruckheadwear.com) Thanks to bigtruck for the amazing … Read more
Adaptive Advancement: In Rat Experiment, New Hope for Spine Injuries Rats with a spinal cord injury that left their hind legs completely paralyzed learned to walk again on their own after an intensive training course that included electrical stimulation of the brain and the spine, scientists reported on Thursday. Researchers have known for some time … Read more
Event Spotlight: Woodward Tahoe Summer Camp Session #4 Woodward Tahoe has partnered with the High Fives Foundation for the fourth week camp. The partnership is part of a concerted effort from both sides to raise money to support injured action sports enthusiasts and promote the advancement of action sports in a safe and progressive manner. … Read more
Adaptive Advancement: Bioness L300 Foot Drop System The L300 Foot Drop System is a revolutionary medical device that may help you regain mobility and independence. The systems gait sensor adapts to changes in walking speed and terrain, allowing you to walk easily on stairs, grass and carpet. Comfortably worn under most clothing, the L300 Foot … Read more
Event Spotlight: Mark Wellman’s Adventure Day at Sparks Marina Park People with disabilities and their friends and family are invited to explore summertime sports at Mark Wellman’s Adventure Day at the Sparks Marina Park on Sunday, June 10. The free event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will feature hand-cycling, kayaking, sailing … Read more
Adaptive Advancement: Genny Mobility From gennymobility.com: Why Choose Genny? Because until today there was nothing like it. Genny 2.0 inaugurates a new transportation philosophy in personal mobility. Thanks to its stabilization technology it brings its users together in the name of the freedom of movement, and makes differences disappear. Anyone who uses a traditional wheelchair … Read more
Event Spotlight: Join us for [Cheers for Charity] at Petra this Friday! Kick off the weekend in style, RSVP today… You are cordially invited to accompany the High Fives Foundation to celebrate [Cheers for Charity] at Petra on May 25th for a pairing of Tapas style small plates and wine. These seasonal small plates and … Read more
Event Spotlight: 2nd Annual High Fives Foundation Charity Golf Tournament (Video) The High Fives Non-Profit Foundation would like to thank the 116 golfers that participated in the 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament presented by SpineNevada at the Golf Club at Grays Crossing as well as the tremendous support from sponsors. Great weather and a beautiful … Read more
Adaptive Advancement: Hippocampe All Terrain Chair The Hippocampe is a new type of outdoor all terrain/beach chair. It allows to access to beach and water sports and other outdoor arenas including winter activities. Designed for all persons with limited mobility. Learn more here: https://www.spokesnmotion.com
Event Spotlight: Get the LAST Spot for the 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament Just one team spot remains for the 2nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament Presented by SpineNevada. If you’d like to sign up a team please call Steve Wallace (Tournament Director) at (530) 414.3124 as soon as possible. We look forward to seeing everyone … Read more
