Transportation

Removing the hardships in getting you place to place so you can better attack your photosensitivity.

For many photosensitive families, the biggest obstacle isn’t just the sun outside their front door, it’s the long journeys required to reach critical medical treatments, specialists, or even safe family opportunities. The cost and logistics of travel can feel impossible, especially when every mile traveled under the sun poses a risk. That’s why Shadow Jumpers provides comprehensive Transportation Assistance, ensuring families can get where they need to go without fear or financial strain.

The Mitchell Family

“My son’s EPP diagnosis forever changed me as parent. I decided to attend the International Porphyria Symposium to learn about other experiences with EPP.  As a single mother with limited income, attending the event represented a substantial financial commitment. To my surprise, Shadow Jumpers stepped in and covered all my travel and event costs.”

The Koerner Family

“Our EPP child had to undergo a bone marrow transplant due to complication with his disorder. The operation and post op stay in Denver would be a substantial commitment for our South Dakota Family. Shadow Jumpers stepped in to cover 100% of our related travel costs to and from his appointments for a year.”

The Campbell Family

“When we connected with Shadow Jumpers, they assisted us in getting our EPP son a golf cart to help him get around our family campground for the summer, covering the entire cost. He now gets to ride place to place safe from UV exposure, without the fear of a reaction. We’re thankful Shadow Jumpers covered the total cost of the vehicle.”

The Liston Family

We made a trip out to Detroit this week to see yet another doctor with hopes of moving towards a diagnosis for our photosensitive son.our amazing Shadow Jumper family found out about Greysen’s appointment and took care of our travel expenses including the cost of our hotel, meals and mileage.”

  • Our Transportation Assistance program removes barriers by covering travel and vehicle-related needs that keep families safe and connected.

  • Each solution is personalized to the family’s circumstances, making sure transportation is no longer a limitation but a pathway to health, connection, and possibility.

    • Travel & Lodging for Treatment – Covering the cost of flights, gas, hotels, and meals so families can access the medical specialists and treatments essential for their child’s care.

    • Affording New Destinations – Helping families reach opportunities, experiences, and support resources they otherwise could not access because of overwhelming travel expenses.

    • Vehicle Acquisition Support – Assisting families in obtaining vehicles better suited to their day-to-day life with photosensitivity, from safe family cars to vans equipped for their needs.

    • Sun-Safe Vehicle Modifications – Providing professional tinting and UV-protective upgrades so families can travel without exposing children to harmful rays during everyday trips.

  • For photosensitive families, transportation is more than convenience—it’s survival and freedom. Missing a treatment because of travel costs can worsen medical conditions. Lacking a safe vehicle can make routine errands dangerous. And the inability to reach important destinations can leave families feeling isolated and unsupported. By easing these burdens, Shadow Jumpers ensures children receive care, families stay connected, and new opportunities are within reach.

  • Transportation Assistance transforms isolation into access. Parents can focus on their child’s health instead of stressing over expenses. Kids can safely ride in cars without fear of reactions from sunlight. And families discover that the world is no longer closed off to them; they can travel, connect, and dream without barriers. With every ride made safer and every trip made possible, Shadow Jumpers keeps families moving forward.

  • Families applying for transportation needs will need to detail exactly the what and why to their request. They should include all appropriate information such as to and from locations, vehicle listings, car window dimensions and more so all information can be reviewed and completed without follow up emails.

    Shadow Jumpers will approve each transportation request based on a variety of factors including cost, budget, impact, reliability, and more.

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