by Surfer's Healing
Surfer's Healing was founded in 1996 by professional surfer Israel Paskowitz and his wife Danielle after they discovered that the ocean had a profound calming effect on their son Isaiah, who has autism. What began as a personal discovery became a national movement: Surfer's Healing now runs free one-day surf camps at beaches across the US, serving thousands of children each year.
At each camp, experienced surfer volunteers take children with autism into the water on tandem boards, riding waves together. The camps are festive, sensory-aware events with music, food, and community — a celebration as much as a programme. No surfing experience is required, and every child who wants to ride a wave gets to do so. Camps run from spring through autumn across coastal states.
Children with autism spectrum disorder aged 5–18. Camps are completely free for participants. Families register online through the website's event calendar — spaces fill quickly so early registration is recommended.
AbleGamers is a nonprofit that combats social isolation for people with disabilities through the power of gaming. They provide free custom adaptive controller setups, create developer resources for accessible game design, and run the Accessible Player Experiences (APX) programme to help studios build more inclusive games.
AbleGamers Charity
Music and Memory trains care facilities and families to create personalised playlists for people with dementia and other cognitive conditions, helping them reconnect with memories, reduce anxiety, and improve quality of life. Over 5,800 organisations across the US and internationally have been certified in their programme since 2010.
Music and Memory Inc.
The Xbox Adaptive Controller is a customisable gaming hub designed for players with limited mobility. With 19 external input ports and broad compatibility across Xbox consoles and Windows PCs, it lets users connect switches, joysticks, and buttons in any configuration that works for their body.
Microsoft Xbox
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