Tricycle manufacturer Jorvik Tricycles has donated two non-electric tricycles for use at an assisted living facility.
The tricycles will be available for use at Linden Farm in Surrey, which is home to young adults with severe autism and complex needs.
Developed by The Simon Trust charity, in conjunction with Surrey County Council, Linden Farm was opened in 2019 to address the need for supported living that thousands of families face when children with disabilities become adults,
The six-acre site in Alfold boasts purpose-built homes for 10 autistic young adults, whose families live locally. And in 2022, The Simon Trust added a 400-metre cycle track to provide a safe and enclosed space for residents to exercise, supporting both their physical and mental health.
After spotting news of the charity's cycle track, Jorvik got in touch and donated two non-electric trikes, which have made a huge impact on the wellbeing and independence of residents.
“It’s a privilege to assist the residents at Linden Farm with the opportunity to get outside and enjoy their independence,” said Jorvik Tricycles founder James Walker (pictured above).
“We’re thrilled to hear that the residents continue to enjoy their new hobby and freedom of cycling.
“We remain driven to provide inclusive transport for people of all abilities to help them enjoy the benefits cycling can bring. The increased stability of a tricycle wheel has proven to be incremental in supporting and giving confidence to those less able to maintain their independence and enjoy movement without worry.”
Jorvik Tricycles was founded after James began building tricycles for his father who could no longer ride his traditional bicycle. What started as a passion project fuelled by love became a business enterprise, and Jorvik Tricycles was born.
“Simon loves cycling, but he's not safe on the road. Creating the 400-metre cycle track for him and other residents at Linden Farm has been fantastic for giving them independence whilst keeping them safe,” said Sally Lawrence, Co-Founder and Chair of The Simon Trust.
“The Jorvik tricycles have been great at providing even greater stability with the third wheel.”
The Simon Trust is now leading a campaign to raise awareness of the lack of sustainable homes for young adults with autism, both in Surrey and the whole country.
For more information visit https://www.thesimontrust.org/ or jorviktricycles.com.
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