Meet Jeremy

Jeremy is a C6 C7 quadriplegic who was referred to Able Up Iowa by his case manager when he was looking to purchase an accessible vehicle. Jeremy and his girlfriend recently purchased a home with no modifications for accessibility. He initially reached out to his insurance to see if they could help cover the cost of building ramps to get in and out of his home (the couple was using a makeshift ramp that was unsafe and difficult to use). After jumping through many hoops and continuing to live without modifications, Jeremy decided to reach out to Able Up Iowa. Through the Financial Solutions program, Jeremy was able to obtain the ramps he needed and other modifications in the home, including egress windows in the basement so he could safely occupy the basement. These modifications have allowed Jeremy more freedom and safety. He can now enter and exit his home without the help of others. The couple is very happy with the work they had done on their home and are thankful to Able Up Iowa for pulling through and helping them fund the project!