EMOTIONAL Renovation SURPRISE for Olympic Legend
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- Опубликовано: 8 сен 2024
- Even after a tragic accident left her paralyzed from the waist down, Olympic swimmer Amy Van Dyken-Rouen stays as strong and positive as ever. Being confined to a wheelchair, however, makes most of her house inaccessible to her, with stovetops, sinks, and cabinets just out of reach. No detail is too small in this rescue, as George and the team make several seemingly minor but impactful alterations to Amy’s kitchen, bathroom, bedroom and more to help reinforce a sense of independence to this inspiring woman, who is so much more than her handicap.
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"I feel like in this house I am not really handicapped because I can do everything in this house" That is what it is all about!
Well said!
I always say- it's not my disability, or the fact it causes me to need a wheelchair, that's the problem. Its lack of access and lack of help from society that limits me. My wheelchair gives me freedom and a better quality of life.
@@livewellwitheds6885 Well said - I know what you mean about lack of accessibility! I've got a brain injury (an 'invisible' disability') and my/our needs are not catered-for at all.
I know those with 'only' mobility difficulties aren't accommodated at all properly either (& obviously should be - to everything) but I think because it's easier for people to see physical mobility access requirements (though they get it SO wrong with too-steep ramps etc. = SO stupid) people are now more aware of this type of disability than things I have now (since my brain injury) such as difficulties with my memory, planning, paper-work, extreme exhaustion & overload.
Brain injury isn't talked or known about much at all whereas alzheimers, autism & learning disability are = I/we feel excluded & 'forgotten' by the 'experts' who create standards & (occasionally) enforce them.
These same highly-paid 'experts' also advise the DWP on the questions/proofs required to be eligible for disability benefits and Councils (?) for who can get a Blue Badge for parking - and still (as far as I know) all these descriptors of who is disabled discriminate against those of us whose disabilities aren't as visible - including those with PTSD, depression, anxiety and others who suffer from 'mental ill-health.'
I know it's all better than it was decades ago but I there is still such a long way to go, and in the meantime so many people suffer discrimination & hardship caused by bad/wrong government policies (as you know only too well) - this must change FAST - they can't use the excuse that they don't know any more!
I wonder if you've got access to a really light & manoeuvrable (is that how you spell it?!) electric wheelchair and lots of make-life-easier tech & aid solutions that help you be independent? Not many do I think: only if you're rich or have won a legal case against somebody & got a big payout, I think - not available from the state to all?
All the best to you.
Mind over matter, if you don't mind, it doesn't matter.
@@SheepdogSmokey We do mind and it does matter!
She is such a beautiful young woman and an olympian. She is a real American idol and an American hero. I really do wish her and her family nothing but the very best for the rest of their lives.
This one was one of the best George to the Rescue’s ever. Not just because she’s an Olympian but because it really changed her life. The changes were amazing and she was truly grateful and appreciative of it all. What an amazing job by all the trades.
Your right the changes were amazing and she was truly grateful and appreciative of it all.
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Thanks so much you saved my ass!
Heartwarming.... I think this showcases the best of what America is really about! (From the UK) 🇬🇧 🏴
George to the Rescue is a hero in my book.
You are like everyone else with a good heart, and you deserved it, my lady, God bless you and protect you.
I love her positive attitude!
Now I know why my friend who is disabled insists on getting a car she can't really afford. Thank God for letting me watch this video.
She's got such an inspirational attitude!
Renovations like this are straight up amazing to see. I cried right with Amy because I know how meaningful it is to have independence given back. I too am a spinal cord injury and have had transportation gifted to me three times. Having the house remodeled as happened for Amy is spectacular and a dream come true. Way to go George and team!
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"I didn't even notice that" is one of the highest compliments a person who has a handicap can give you.
The car part made me cry. People who are paralyzed waist down should be able to drive if still able to. One of my fellow coworkers has a car similar to her. He's paralyzed waist down but able to drive independently.
She's a complete champion in every way.
When Amy said about her car I knew exactly what she meant, it took me a 3 year fight to get my adapted car and when I got it, it gave me back my independence.
Being able to drive yourself after a spinal injury is one of the most important parts of allowing us to be free, we can cope with our chairs if we can just get up and go without needing other people.
When she cried I cried. Amy is very appreciative and great work George 👏👏👏👏
Beautiful
I had no idea that this had even happened to her. I remember watching her win those medals. Her story shows that it only takes a second to change your life. She has an amazing attitude after all she's been through. She could have went to a very dark place
Hi George, i live in Australia and it is great to see your renovation projects on RUclips, this one is very inspirational and a job well done, 5 stars to you George.
So glad to hear you're loving GTTR! Have you subscribed yet? ❤️
That is great they could retro her car for independence. That house looks amazing at what they could do for her and her husband.
Omgosh, I had not heard about her accident. As someone who has a younger sister who has been in a wheelchair since she was seventeen, this was dear to my heart. Really wish I could help her current living conditions. It’s 36 years later and life is very hard for her.
I love that you kept everything in the house in its original design but accessible to her plus the bonus pool lift and car 🙌🏾🥰💙
I love their work, but honestly, the parts where he tears up nice things that could _easily_ be repurposed by others (like Habitat for Humanity and such) simply to have an "oh boy, i get to break something now!" moment... man, that grates on my nerves =)
@@jamesanthony8438 Agreed - that's the one thing I mind about the show is the waste of good, reusable materials.
It may just simply be that they don't have time to take it out gently to get it done for a certain time frame, but it would be nice if they could plan for it.
Amy, I’m so happy for you! Your home is beautiful!!!
What a champion! Girl you totally got this! George you deserve a medal! Team George makes new living possible! The world needs more GEORGE. What a Rescue!
What a wonderful woman with a beautiful spirit. ❤️
I just love shows like yours. They always remind me that yes, there are bad and mean people out there, but that most of us are helpful and loving and also selfless. It's so uplifting! It gives me back hope in mankind.
Girl you made me cry, this was a very emotional video. God bless George to the rescue🙏
The day after this happened a friend of ours had an accident on a 4 wheeler, he flew off and up and landed on his feet. He was in hospital with her, he walks for now, lots of pain. Craig hospital helps many people.
I hope she is able to get some help with her depression/fear of "being the handicapped girl" and the what she feels is a stigma
This is a spectacular video! All the great people who help make her house and her car accessible was resplendent! My favorite!
SHe has sucha great attitude. I love her.
George, I am sitting here crying!
You are so wonderful!
George to the rescue - Right to the heart ❤
What an amazing attitude. Such an inspiring woman!
Ohhh I am in tears. You go girl 💪
:D New episode!!! "Holy Smokes!" indeed. This made me leak again... I can identify with Amy on a certain level because a work injury left me permanently disabled, they told me I would most likely be in a wheelchair, but by the grace of God I walked out of the hospital. Slowly, but I did it. You're a sweet soul George. You and all your helpers deserve something special for yourselves.
P.S. If they keep making short jokes at your expense I'll send you a 5'6" Marine that will change their minds for them... or his 5'2" inch mom... :)
What a great positive spirit she has. Glad she got her house made over. Awesome jobs guys.
Amy is phenomenal and maintains her positive attitude. George and ALL the others, did a superb job.
I was hoping they would show her emotions and reactions when they showed her the swimming pool lift, since she represented our USA Olympic team as a swimmer.
she’s got such a good attitude.
This woman's outlook on life is just amazing, most people would spiral into depression after an accident like that, especially if you were a gold medalist athlete prior to the accident. She just beams positivity. Amazing.
Being in a REHAB facility..an returning to the (other) normal world can pose so many difficulties. Having the car equipped with hand controls was wonderful..
I teared up just seeing all the renovations. Such fabulous work by a tremendous team of caring professionals.. for what could be, a true Advocate for Disabled now.
Blessings for you all... God Bless you George 💖✌🤗
Like, even though your spine is hosed, you can still be functionally awesome thanks to George & company. You go, girl!
She is thankful so genuinely. I can sense it and feel it. It is better to see people received help and you can feel their sincere gratitude. Good Job George!
Watching the reveal for only once is never enough. The changes made, the details, you guys are miracle workers!
TheAmazingGeorge: & what an Olympian, easy to see why she was a gold medalist! Such a cool recipient, well-deserved!
she is so humble and gracious
The Wow factor .. kitchen cabinets . Perfect for anybody unable to stand up / unable to reach up.
This is the best one yet. George you guys did a FANTASTIC job.
OMG I have only just found your programme, I was sobbing along with her, maybe God bless you and your team who bring joy to people who really need your help. ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️
What an amazing effort by all concerned. Not only looks fantastic, but super functional. Thanks for sharing.
Absolutely loved the addition of the drop down shelving, closet system and pool chair lift. =)
After watching the whole video, I’m kind of going back in time. Amy, I am so very happy to see your reaction and know just how much ease all these renovations will bring to your life. May you and your husband be blessed with all the Lord has to offer, may he bring you peace and strength to continue to handle your situation. And my your beautiful smile be a light to lift up others.
The renovations in this were very well done. As Amy said, she didnt want her house to look like the house with the handicapped person. And on the outside it doesn't. But on the inside she gained so much independence and doesnt have to constantly rely on her husband for things most people would consider everyday and mundane.
I wish they showed the pool lift reveal though. I have no doubt before her accident she was still a very regular swimmer, and it was still an important part of her life. They showed her out back for a split second, but no reveal.
So well deserved!
The excitement when new episodes are uploaded 💗
She`s just a good person and she appreciate it from the buttom of her heart... She deserves ist so much.
Stay strong always God bless you 🙏
Wow.. This show is bad ass.. Good job George..
They have a beautiful HSE. I know the pain of spine my Dad went through surgery last year it's life changing minimal accessibility. George you the best for helping them out. Your team is absolutely awesome ohh yes accessibility is important. Spinal Cord Awareness. 💯💯💯 Good surprise. Be blessed. N George you are a handsome married chap.
Yes: disability awareness = they really made her life easier! I've got a brain injury and our difficulties aren't well-known nor catered for, I dream of a home adapted to my needs & without stairs I fall down and things I bump into & hurt myself everywhere, but you have to be wealthy (or very lucky & have lots of help) to get that...
@@jennyhughes4474 your disability doesn't dictate your life dear as long as you are alive that's the most important thing. Have an optimistic nature and hope George sees this. Be blessed.
@@deed2799 Thank you, I do my very best to be optimistic but as time goes by and I get worse it can be hard, but I do try! I'm in France so way too far for George! All the best to you.
@@jennyhughes4474 in my prayers dear. DON'T GIVE UP.
@@deed2799 thank you, no choice but to carry on best we can, can't give everything up, but very sick of having to argue my case all the time and not being believed - my time/energy better spent on my art!
Never heard of this program until today. Binge-watching. Love it! Best part, no mention of budget/money. Somebody has to monetize rescues - I just don’t want to hear about it!
Why am I doing this to myself and binge-watching George to the Rescue episodes back to back? Ugh, I need to drink some water. I'm dehydrated, and my ducts are completely dry.
I love her attitude towards life!
Absolutely beautiful...💜💯
I am totally into any show that helps others and George and CREW, you guys ROCK! I am not an American, and to be honest as a former neighbour to the North, I have difficulty with many things American, but this show and how you invest of yourselves to better the lives of others goes a long way to improving my attitude of Americans. Bless you all, and many blessings to this young lady and her new life as a Champion of the continuation of her life with modifications. Her heart soars like an eagle, with or without modifications. Hugs from a Canuck in Colombia
I'm really curious about what it is that you have difficulty with concerning Americans?
@@claudeusgothicus6453 not all, but more than a fair share when they travel to Canada to camp, leave garbage everywhere and they are not respectful. I have some American friends who are awesome, however, unfortunately, even here in Colombia I see more than my share of Americans who are just out to enjoy life at the expense of others. Like I said, not all, do this, however, if you ask people from South America, they say GINGO.
@@johneBGood - Thank-you for an honest response. And as an American, I completely agree with you and share your concerns. Americans, in general, these days seem to be all about themselves individually. It's all about what they want without any regard for how their behavior affects everything else in this world. I'm ashamed of these people.
Best wishes to you and yours for a happy life and keep speaking out when you see bad behavior.
@@claudeusgothicus6453 It is I who thank you! I am an old man who by way of being robbed has been stuck with no option to leave Colombia. I live mainly on the streets, but I get to see a different side of people than what I did as a prominent businessman 13 years ago. The inequality in life comes up and bites you when you live on the streets, but it has been an experience that has helped shape my thoughts about myself and I pray that being a foreigner here, that I can provide a positive influence in the lives of those God graces me to come in contact with. Free Wifi and a cellphone are awesome things.
There are no others in my life, I am the only one in my family still alive, so it is up to me to be the best me I can be. Here I am able to counsel others who are suffering from depression, thoughts of suicide, low self-esteem and more, plus teach a little English on the side, so I am blessed and I thank God daily for my life.
Please stay well, keep your chin up, and know you have a Canuck in Colombia praying things are well for you.
Awesome as ever! Can't believe how much work you got done!🙌
what an amazing rescue, we need more people and more shows like this in countries all over the world... youre amazing people
Makes you realize all the little things we take for granite, the car one hit me a little bit
I'm not crying, you're crying.
Wow! God bless each of you!
George outstanding job you and your team you're a blessing to so many people and Families God bless you and your family love your show
You are doing wonderful things for really deserving people! ❤️
Your an amazing person George and you fulfill dreams!
I'm happy that they're doing it for her cause she deserved it... It's just sad for me seeing those those things getting smashed up for replacing new how I wish I could just have them😂😂 I know those are expensive and me growing in a tiny wooden house without proper stuffs, furnitures and room for us siblings we can only just wish... Now we had thankfully had rent to own house of our own but obviously we still wish for those things we wish from before😂 we basically lived in a empty house cause we're thinking of paying the house first before we can renovate them but still like 10 yrs to be paid... How I wish there's someone like George to the rescue here in the Philippines who have a big heart for helping people🙏🏻👆🏻😇 keep it up and may God bless you all
3 mins Into this show : The wife is amazing & I absolutely love her zest and appreciation and gratitude for life!!! & #Georgetotherescue out of all the renovation shows I really appreciate yours because u actually find people who are extremly deserving of a renovation !!! Bravo to you and tour team 👏👏👏👏🌟!!!
This one was great all of the shows made me happy but this one has done something wonderful to my heart. Thanks for sharing this story
wow - fantastic..had no idea this type of work could be done - a real eye opener.
Great episode
She deserved it . I hope the Lord continues to bless both her AND her husband, because he's been a REAL trooper, staying by her and doing everything he could to keep her from feeling helpless . Folks say all the time that there aren't that many great people out there, but I think that's a myth . The truth is you have to be a great person yourself to see what's great about others . If more people did that, then there would be more pearls shining in our oceans .
Damn, what a great attitude.
Finally in 1080p!! Yay!!! ✌️🙌
Devanshi! I don't want to give you too big a head, but just came across this video and actually scrolled down to see if you had commented before I watched! Not creepy (I promise) but just excited to see another GTTR video posted. LOL. I think we might BOTH might be obsessed! Hope you're well! Sean
George is an amazing person... He is in everyone's heart ❤️... We all love you George.God bless you and your family. From India 🎄💕🎊🎈
Enjoy honey
God bless you
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Respect for all you do for everyone god bless 🙏
I love the closet!!!
I think this might be my favorite GTTR! 😁
GO GEORGE & CREWS!!!
Amazing job being independent is a great feeling
That is so awesome. I love watching. These videos. You & your teams do such incredible work.
George has change the peoples life's!! Anything he touches becomes inspiration.
I literally love u george😘😘
You always made me cry for ur such excellent deeds
Respect u from the bottom of my heart
God bless you always😘😘😘😘
💐🥺😘😭 Thank you George
i forgot about this show. love love now it is on youtube! good job
That was amazing
Praise.the Lord..
Help people,God will helping you
Amy is so beautiful in every ways ! A smile which happened to bring harmony and kindness around her. I love this woman💗
Tom ... u r a very lucky man to share u life with someone who has such spirit, positive, enthusiastic, strong and open minded attitude toward herself and life in general. An amazing dedicated loving couple !
Life is an 🤩 adventure Amie fully want to live💝 and being paralysed won’t stop her 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Amazing story ❤
Anyone who couldn’t or wouldn’t “tear up” at even the smallest part of this story simply doesn’t have a heart & isn’t human..... This was an incredible gesture for an incredible & inspirational woman & I tried...... But couldn’t hold back the tears 😰😥😭
Excellent
best episode.
Absolutely beautiful retrofit! Unfortunately the rest of the 99.99% of people in this situation will suffer horribly because they are not celebrities on a TV show...
God bless her! Her obvious joy and gratitude is so touching.