Where there is a will, there is a way. -Unknown
Kayaking is such an amazing sport. You can almost paddle anywhere where there is water. For most people you can take a basic course and get going with a few adjustments to the boat and voila you are kayaking. For others it not only takes motivation but the help of others to get started.
Please check out the link below to read a great story about some amazing people and new paddlers.
http://viewda.com/webpaper/deep/webpapers/deep0711/multi/index.htmlTake a look at Cal Poly's Adaptive Paddling Program.
http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid979598437/bclid1039847674/bctid1213915723Don't think it can't be done! Waveski surfing for folks with physical challenges to overcome. Check the link below.
http://www.infinitysurfboard.com/content/view/69/82/Here is a Q and A to help out with adapting your kayak from Marna Powell. She is a wonderful paddler and a great artist.
http://www.kayakzak.com/downloads/AdaptivePaddling.pdf