More than 85 people supported by Living Well, along with staff and guests, enjoyed a memorable day of fall fun at Crazy Legs Farm in Farmington this week.
The private event featured wheelchair-accessible hayrides, a corn maze, pumpkin picking, great food, and the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful day together. How beautiful? It was 72 degrees and sunny on a fall day in October, in Minnesota. We call that a WIN.
What made the event extra special was the custom-built ramp that made hayrides assessable to folks in wheelchairs. Many people do not realize how hard it can be to navigate outdoor activities when utilizing a wheelchair or walker. With some determination and thoughtful planning, a ramp that cost over $2000 and took weeks to assemble, made this event accessible to everyone who was interested in a little FUN.
The event was made possible through the generosity of the KDK Foundation, which was founded by Dennis Klose, the father of a person supported by Living Well. The foundation’s mission is to provide life-affirming experiences for people with disabilities both in and outside their homes, and they invite supporters to join them as they sprinkle a little kindness everywhere they go! Their innovative projects make a real difference, all while having buckets of fun and spreading joy throughout the community.
Dennis is a long-term supporter who has championed Living Well for 27 years, ever since his daughter moved into a Living Well home. The KDK Foundation initially started a few years ago then in 2024 took on a bigger role after acquiring a charitable gambling license. The enthusiasm of the foundation is obvious to all who meet and partner with them—and Dennis along with two board members were there pushing the ramp to the wagon. They talk the talk and do the heavy lifting, too.
The donated funds they provide to community indeed make a HUGE impact on the lives of the people they support.
Special thanks to Crazy Legs Farm who generously donated the time and space for the event, and Dakota Lumber for donating the materials used to build the ramp that made the hayrides accessible for all participants. And of course the KDK Foundation, who also provided food and beverages and made a donation to help cover transportation and staffing costs.
Adding to the excitement, WCCO-TV visited the farm to cover the event and highlight the importance of accessible community experiences, helping share this inspiring story with an even wider audience.
This special day was a wonderful example of what can happen when community partners come together to create meaningful, inclusive experiences.
Living Well is grateful to the KDK Foundation, Crazy Legs Farm, Dakota Lumber, and everyone who helped make the event such a success.
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