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Building durable, custom accessibility devices out of cardboard to change lives! Diversity creating accessibility, locally in the Hudson Valley.

10/29/2026

Learning by making. Growing by doing. Making a difference together.

Our satellite shop at Ramapo for Children in Rhinebeck is back in full swing for the new program year!

Ramapo’s year-round post-high-school program gives participants opportunities to build work and life skills while gaining real-world experience. Through our partnership, participants contribute directly to ADHV’s mission by creating adaptive devices that will make a meaningful difference in people’s everyday lives.

We’re welcoming new participants, building foundational skills, and getting everyone comfortable in the shop by making some basic but essential devices—including weighted blocks, cat scratch boxes, and iPad and book easels.

Each project is an opportunity to practice measuring, cutting, problem-solving, teamwork, and attention to detail. And these aren’t just practice projects: they’re tools designed to support real people in their daily lives.

Next up? A custom wheelchair tray is already in progress for an elementary school student in Valley Central School District to use in the classroom! ♿️

We’re proud to be part of a program where learning and meaningful contribution go hand in hand. Here’s to another year of creativity, growth, and making things happen together!

10/20/2026

In 2025, ADHV created 170 devices. So far in 2026, we’ve created 338 and the year isn’t over yet!

That’s nearly double the number of devices in just one year. But for us, this growth is about much more than numbers.

Every device starts with a person, a specific challenge, and a conversation about what might help. Behind each one is creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and a community of people who believe everyday barriers can be overcome.

As ADHV grows, so do the opportunities to help people participate more fully in the activities that matter to them.

Thank you to everyone who makes this work possible—from the people who share their needs to the therapists, educators, volunteers, donors, and community partners who help turn ideas into solutions.

More devices. More people. More possibilities. And we’re just getting started.

Want to be part of what comes next? Explore ways to get involved at adaptivedesignhv.org.

10/14/2026

Recently, we had the pleasure of sitting down for a conversation on the Be the Light with Sarah MacHugh podcast!

Sarah volunteers with the United States Lighthouse Society. In 2022, she was invited to create a segment for their podcast, Light Hearted, connecting the symbolism of lighthouses with community building and the importance of spreading good news.

What an honor to be part of that story! We talked about the work happening at Adaptive Design Hudson Valley, the people who make it possible, and the power of communities coming together to create meaningful change.

The episode is out NOW (Link to Spotify is in our Bio)! Be sure to check out Be the Light Podcast to hear more inspiring stories from across our communities.

Thank you, Sarah, for having us and for creating space to share these stories!

10/13/2026

Meet Annette, one of our wonderful volunteers who brings so much creativity, kindness, curiosity, and joy to ADHV!

Before joining our team, Annette spent more than 40 years as a neonatal nurse practitioner, caring for some of the tiniest and sickest newborns. She recognized the connection to adaptive design almost immediately after walking through our doors.

These days, you’ll most often find Annette painting and adding those finishing touches that bring our projects to life. From our train and weighted books to the flower truck, she loves the creativity and collaboration that happen in the shop. She also enjoys seeing our interns grow throughout their time at ADHV.

Annette describes painting and collaborating for a couple of hours as a joy—and we feel just as lucky to have her here! Her artistic talents, thoughtful presence, and enthusiasm make our workshop a brighter place.

💛 A special thank-you to Annette for lending us supplies for Swing Night! She’s always finding ways to contribute, whether through her artwork, her generosity, or simply the positive energy she brings into the room.

We’re so grateful you found your way to ADHV, Annette!

10/06/2026

Your Friday night inspo. Come dance with us—and help keep the work moving. ❤️

Here’s your Swing Night packing list:

👞 Dancing shoes
👯 A friend (or come make some new ones!)
🎟️ A little cash for the raffle
🍽️ An appetite
✨ And a good attitude

We’re getting ready for a night of music, dancing, food, drinks, and community—all in support of Adaptive Design Hudson Valley and the adaptive devices we create for people throughout our community.

Doors open at 6 PM, with a beginner-friendly dance class at 6:30 before the music gets going.

Raffle for a chance to win two tickets to SUGAR at Basilica Hudson on October 18!

Everyone is welcome—including all abilities, ages, and accessibility needs. No dance experience necessary.

📅 Friday, October 9
🕕 Doors 6 PM
💃 Dance class 6:30 PM
🎶 Live music to follow
📍 ADHV shop 32 cedar Street Kingston

10/05/2026

These three rocking perches were created entirely from volunteer help and are now in use at Saugerties Central School District!

From fabrication to finishing touches, projects like this are made possible because people choose to share their time, skills, creativity, and curiosity with ADHV.

And a special shoutout to Anna for the beautiful paint job!

This is just one example of what happens when volunteers bring their talents into our workshop. Whether you love building, designing, painting, organizing, teaching, problem-solving, or just want to learn something new, there’s a place for you here.

Interested in volunteering with Adaptive Design Hudson Valley? Head to our website and check out our Get Involved page—we’d love to have you!

Address

32 Cedar Street
Kingston, NY

Website

https://www.adaptivedesignhudsonvalley.com/, https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ZazzidPbrGQ&pp=ygUdQWRhcHRpdmUgZGVzaWduIGh1ZH

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