HUGS THAT EMPOWER
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Mission Statement
Hugs that Empower 501c3 nonprofit was founded to ensure that money is never an obstacle for people with disabilities who want to leave their walker, wheelchair or cane behind to "Dance to Walk" in the TangoStride Program. Our mission is to help stroke and traumatic brain injury (TBI) survivors and people with neurological conditions that impact mobility reach their full potential for a vibrant life, subsidizing classes for those in need.
About This Cause
A person's independence and mobility are closely linked. Whether it is a sudden incident such as an accident, traumatic brain injury (TBI) or stroke, or a neurological condition such as M.S. or Parkinson's, changes in mobility affect not just one individual, but their entire community. The TangoStride Program helps with three components that produce powerful results: 1) positive interpersonal interaction to combat depression and feelings of isolation, 2) music for healing the brain and soul, and 3) personalized and targeted movement inspired by the gentle hugging walking of tango to improve coordination, strength and overall balance and walking ability. And one step at a time, our students inspire each other, get stronger, stand taller and make big strides! TangoStride Classes are powered by Hugs that Empower, a nonprofit organization created so that money will never be an obstacle for anyone who is brave enough to get up and get movin' and wants to participate in this program. According to the 2014 Census, 5.9% of adults in King County have difficulty walking, and nationwide, 17 million (7%) adults cannot (or find it difficult to) walk a quarter mile. Our mission is to help people with disabilities reach their full potential for a vibrant life, help re-integrate community post-stroke, TBI, or after years of dealing with a neurological condition, and aid in filling the gap post-rehabilitation by providing a dance opportunity suitable for people with significant mobility challenges.