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The deadline for a wheelchair art competition that aims to promote inclusion and disability awareness has been extended to allow more islanders to get involved.
Launched by Jersey Cheshire Home earlier this summer, the Wheelchair Art Awareness initiative asks schools, community groups and individuals to transform a wheelchair by using materials such as lights, flowers, and recycled items.
The deadline for the contest has been extended until the end of September and the adult care charity would like more people to enter a design.
Pictured: Wheelchairs can be designed using any materials including lights and recyclables.
Participants are asked to select a theme that aligns with disability awareness, empowerment and inclusion, such as ‘Breaking Barriers’, ‘Unlimited Possibilities’ or perhaps ‘Colours of Inclusion’.
The decorated wheelchairs will then be showcased at prominent locations across the island to promote inclusivity and disability awareness.
A panel of judges – including representatives from Jersey Cheshire Home, local artists, and community leaders – will evaluate the decorated wheelchairs based on creativity, theme, and overall impact.
Prizes and certificates will be awarded in categories including best artistic expression, most inspirational, and people’s choice.
Pictured: "We hope this project sparks creativity and, most importantly, starts conversations about inclusion and the value of every person in our community."
Donna Abel, CEO of Jersey Cheshire Home, said: “This initiative is not just about art – it's about breaking down barriers and encouraging people to rethink how they see disabilities.
"We hope this project sparks creativity and, most importantly, starts conversations about inclusion and the value of every person in our community.
"By extending the deadline, we want to give more people the opportunity to participate and make a positive impact."
If you would like to participate in Wheelchair Art for Awareness, you can visit Jersey Cheshire Home in St Helier, call 01534 285858, or email john.garatsa@jch.je.
You don't need to own a wheelchair to take part in the initiative; chairs can be collected from the charity.
Jersey Cheshire Home is the only residential facility on the island caring solely for adults with disabilities.
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