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AdaptAbility Home Services
The Team
Whitney Lavender
Co-Founder & Managing Partner
Whitney Lavender's journey is one of incredible resilience and inspiration. In 2017, after a severe fall down a staircase, she suffered nerve damage leading to the diagnosis of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS). Despite the challenges this rare condition presented, Whitney faced her first amputation in April 2020. Remarkably, she adapted to life with a prosthetic limb and was back to an active lifestyle within four months.
In January 2021, Whitney was crowned MS Wheelchair Texas, USA, recognized for her advocacy through the "Different is Beautiful" platform. She met with Texas Governor Greg Abbott and went on to compete in the MS Wheelchair USA pageant in Ohio, where she didn't win the crown but was honored with the Mona Johansen Spirit Award and the Best Exhibit Award.
The progression of CRPS necessitated another amputation in September 2022, leading to a tough year of mental health struggles and physical adaptation. However, 2024 marked a significant turnaround as Whitney embarked on a fitness journey, shedding over 90 pounds and beginning to train in Jiu-Jitsu. Her experiences have fueled her passion for helping others, inspiring people from all walks of life to embrace fitness and adapt to changes in their lives.
Whitney is also an author, with her first children's book slated for publication in Spring 2025. Her commitment to aiding others in similar situations led to the founding of AdaptAbility Home Services in 2025, alongside Jamie Grant in Memphis, TN, aimed at easing the transition to adaptive living.
Through her story, Whitney continues to advocate that difference is indeed beautiful, transforming her personal challenges into a beacon of hope and change.
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Jamie Grant
Co-Founder and Managing Partner
Jamie Grant is the co-founder of a specialized home service company that delivers compassionate in-home care to individuals with disabilities and limited mobility. With over 25 years of experience in casino marketing and hospitality, Jamie has honed an exceptional ability to understand and enhance guest experiences, a skill he now applies to his current venture.
Originally from the hospitality sector, Jamie transitioned into a role as a Guest Experience Trainer, where he cultivated environments of comfort and care, skills directly transferable to his current mission. In 1999, Jamie's life took a dramatic turn following a motorcycle accident that resulted in severe injuries including a broken hip, pelvis, and the need for extensive knee reconstruction. This personal experience with recovery and rehabilitation gave him profound insights into the challenges faced by those with mobility issues.
Despite these challenges, or perhaps because of them, Jamie has remained active, not only participating but thriving in the world of combat sports. Today, he is known as a respected combat sports announcer and regularly trains in Jiu-Jitsu, showcasing his resilience and commitment to personal growth.
Jamie’s background, combined with his personal journey, has fueled his passion for creating a service that not only addresses the physical needs of his clients but also focuses on enhancing their quality of life through understanding, empathy, and tailored care. His company stands as a testament to his belief that everyone deserves a life of dignity, comfort, and joy, regardless of their physical capabilities.
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