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We provide children with technology that allows them to feed themselves. We love the dignity and joy this brings to our friends.

We hope you consider joining us in our mission because we believe that EVERYONE DESERVES DIGNITY.

10/29/2026

No tricks here, let’s bust some AMC myths. ❌

Halloween is full of things that are meant to be spooky, but misconceptions about Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC)? Those are worth clearing up. 🎃

Because sometimes the biggest barriers aren’t physical. They’re assumptions.
❌ Assuming a child can’t do something before giving them the chance to try.
❌ Assuming helping always means stepping in.
❌ Assuming different movement means less ability.
❌ Assuming independence has to look the same for everyone.
It doesn’t.

Children with AMC may move differently, use adaptive equipment, need support in certain areas, or find completely different ways to accomplish the same goal.

And that’s exactly why understanding matters. The more we replace assumptions with curiosity, patience, and inclusion, the more room we give children to show us what they’re capable of.

So this spooky season, we’re leaving the myths behind and making room for something better:

💛 More understanding.
💛 More inclusion.
💛 More opportunities to try.
💛 More celebrating different ways of doing things.

Because the truth is a lot less scary than the assumptions.

Ask before assuming.
Include before excluding.
And let kids show you what they can do. 🫶🏻

10/28/2026

Different is BOO-tiful. 👻 Halloween has a funny way of reminding us that being different is kind of the whole point.

Different costumes. • Different personalities. • Different ways of moving. • Different ways of communicating. • Different ways of joining in the fun.

For children with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) and other disabilities, Halloween might look a little different—and we think that deserves to be celebrated, not hidden.

Braces can be part of the costume. • Wheelchairs can become something magical. • Crutches can join the adventure. • Adaptive equipment doesn’t take away from the fun—it’s simply part of the child wearing the costume.

Because the best part of Halloween isn’t looking like everyone else. It’s getting to be completely, wonderfully, unapologetically YOU. 🎃💛

So here’s your Halloween reminder from Bowey’s Helping Hands:
Different is beautiful. • Different is powerful. • And this time of year, different is BOO-tiful. 👻✨

10/27/2026

There’s more than one way to trick-or-treat. 🎃

Some kids walk from house to house.
Some roll.
Some use braces, crutches, walkers, or wheelchairs.
Some need a little extra time.
Some may not say “trick or treat” out loud.
Some may need help carrying their bucket.
Some may only visit a few houses before they’re ready to head home.

And every single one of those ways still counts. 💜

For children with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) and other disabilities, Halloween may look a little different—but different does not mean less fun, less magical, or less deserving of inclusion.

The goal isn’t for every child to experience Halloween the same way. The goal is for every child to feel like they belong in it.

So this Halloween, give a little extra patience. Ask before helping. Make room on the sidewalk. Celebrate the creative costumes, adaptive equipment, and unique ways kids move through the world.

Because there’s no one “right” way to trick-or-treat.

Different Halloween. Same magic. 🎃✨

09/29/2026

Bowey has taught us a lot about independence. 💛 Not the kind of independence that means doing everything alone.

The kind that says: Try before assuming you can’t.
Sometimes you won’t know what’s possible until you give it a shot.

Asking for help is still independence.
Knowing when you need support doesn’t take away from what you’re capable of.

Different solutions are still solutions.
There is no single “right” way to move through the world. Sometimes creativity, adaptive tools, or a completely different approach is exactly what works.

Progress deserves celebration.
The big milestones matter. The tiny ones do, too. Every step forward counts.

And sometimes…independence looks like trying the same thing 37 times until it finally works. 💪🏻

Bowey reminds us constantly that independence doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s version of it. It can look like adapting. Problem-solving. Trying again. Accepting help. Finding your own way.

And maybe that’s one of the biggest lessons of all: Different doesn’t mean less.

To the AMC parents and caregivers in this community — what has your child taught you about independence? We’d love to hear it. 💛

09/24/2026

You found your people. 💛

Maybe you found Bowey’s Helping Hands because your child was recently diagnosed with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC). Maybe you’ve been part of this community for years. Maybe you were simply searching for someone who understands what life can look like when the journey is a little different than you imagined.

However you found us, we want you to know something important: There is a place for you here.

Bowey may be the reason this mission began, but Bowey’s Helping Hands has grown into something much bigger than one child or one family. It is becoming a community of parents, caregivers, children, advocates, supporters, and people who believe that every child deserves to feel capable, included, celebrated, and understood.

This is a place to ask the questions you’re afraid might sound silly.
To share the victories that other people may not fully understand.
To celebrate the tiny milestones that feel absolutely enormous.
To talk about the hard days, too.
To learn about resources, adaptive tools, and possibilities you may not have known existed.

And most importantly, it’s a place to remember that you don’t have to navigate this journey alone.

So if AMC is part of your family’s story, introduce yourself below. Tell us where you’re from. Share a victory. Ask a question. Tell us what you need more of from this community.

Because BHH isn’t only here to tell Bowey’s story.

We’re here to make room for yours, too. 💛

08/25/2026

Faith in action looks a lot like this. 👇🏼

We are incredibly grateful to Faith Christian Church of Bloomfield for continuing to believe in the mission of Bowey’s Helping Hands and blessing BHH with a generous $3,000 donation!

Support like this allows our mission to keep growing—helping us reach more children and families impacted by Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) and work toward providing more life-changing Obi feeding devices to children who deserve greater independence, dignity, and joy around the table.

What means even more to us is knowing that communities of faith continue to stand beside these families. Every gift, prayer, conversation, and act of generosity becomes part of something much bigger than any one of us.

To everyone at Faith Christian Church of Bloomfield: thank you for continuing to show up for Bowey’s Helping Hands. Your generosity is helping turn our mission into real, lasting impact for children and families—and we are so thankful to have you walking alongside us. 💜

07/23/2026

Independence doesn’t always look the same—and that’s okay. 💜

For some children, independence means tying their own shoes.

For others, it means riding a bike.

And for many children living with Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) and other physical disabilities, independence may look like something as simple—and as life-changing—as taking the next bite of a meal on their own.

At Bowey’s Helping Hands, we believe those moments matter.

Every choice.
Every smile.
Every “I did it myself.”

Adaptive technology like the Obi feeding device doesn’t just help children eat—it helps restore confidence, dignity, and a sense of belonging around the table.

That’s why we do what we do.

Because independence isn’t about doing everything alone. It’s about giving every child the opportunity to do what they can, in the way that’s right for them.

If this message resonates with you, we’d love for you to share it. Together, we can help more families discover the hope, support, and resources they deserve. 💜 Every child. Every meal. Every victory.

07/22/2026

The impact keeps growing, because of YOU. 💜

Every Obi feeding device represents so much more than technology.

It represents a child experiencing the joy of feeding themselves.
A family celebrating a new milestone.
A caregiver gaining a little more freedom.
A table where confidence, dignity, and independence can grow.

This year, Bowey’s Helping Hands has had the incredible privilege of sending out our 13th Obi feeding device to a child and family who needed it.

That isn’t just 13 devices.

It’s 13 children with greater independence.
It’s countless smiles around the dinner table.
It’s thousands of moments where a child can be proud of themselves.

None of this would be possible without our amazing community of donors, volunteers, churches, businesses, and supporters who believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience dignity at mealtime.

Thank you for believing in our mission.
Thank you for helping us change lives.
And thank you for making an impact that will last far beyond a single meal. 🍽️

Together, we’re creating more than independence.
We’re creating confidence, inclusion, and hope—one child at a time. 🥰

05/26/2026

To the parents doing more than anyone sees - this is for you. 💜

The appointments.
The therapies.
The researching late at night.
The lifting, helping, advocating, encouraging, comforting, and carrying so much emotionally every single day.

We see you.

Parenting a child with Arthrogryposis (AMC) comes with so many beautiful moments, but it can also come with exhaustion that few people truly understand.

And sometimes, caregivers need encouragement too. 🫶🏻

At Bowey’s Helping Hands, we want families navigating AMC to know they are not alone in this journey. Your love matters. Your effort matters. And the things you do behind the scenes every day matter more than words can explain.

You are stronger than you realize. And your child is lucky to have you. 💜

If you’re a caregiver, parent, grandparent, or support person for a child with AMC or disabilities, this post is your reminder today:
You are doing an amazing job.

Save this for a hard day, or share it with someone who needs the reminder.

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. 🇺🇸❤️

Memorial Day is more than a long weekend — it’s a time to reflect on sacrifice, freedom, and the people who made it possible for us to gather with family, enjoy simple moments, and build communities rooted in love and hope.

At Bowey’s Helping Hands, we are especially grateful for the gift of community and the ability to serve others with compassion and purpose. 🫶🏼

Today, we’re holding close the families carrying the weight of loss while also celebrating the blessings of togetherness, sunshine, laughter, and moments that matter most.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. ❤️

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