Wharton’s Garden Center hosts benefit for Kyle David
Wharton’s Garden Center near Rehoboth Beach held a benefit July 18 to help Kyle David of Lewes get a new van. David, who is undergoing spinal therapy sessions in Philadelphia, was seriously injured this past January in a car crash.
His family has been using a donated van for transportation to twice-weekly sessions at Magee Rehabilitation. His father, Jeff, said the van has broken down twice and is in need of repair. “But the real problem is that the lift is not designed for the weight we are putting on it,” he said, adding Kyle’s weight plus the weight of the heavy wheelchair he uses exceeds the maximum allowance by nearly 50 pounds.
The benefit – attended by a large crowd – included raffles and silent auction items. Donations are still being accepted by contacting Lauren Johnson or Kathy Scott at helpkyledavidgetavan@gmail.com.
