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As
of July 26, 2008, our Combined Federal Campaign of South Hampton Roads donation number is 22848!! So, if you donate
to the CFC, please check us as your donating agency! Our kids will love you for it!
**NEW!!**
While searching the Internet
I came across the "Virginia Yellow Pages for Kids" at http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/.
They have a drop down menu for all 50 states.
The information consists of educational consultants, psychologists, educational diagnosticians, health
care providers, academic therapists, tutors, speech language therapists, occupational therapists, coaches, advocates, and
attorneys for children with disabilities on the Yellow Pages for Kids for your state.
You will also find special education
schools, learning centers, treatment programs, parent groups, respite care, community centers, grassroots organizations, and
government programs for children with disabilities.
**NEW!!**
Searching
the 'net I came across some very helpful info that I'd like to share with you.
If you visit http://specialed.about.com/ you'll find so many helpful articles and worksheets that will help you help your child with reading
and much more.
You may also wish to visit http://specialchildren.about.com/.
About 10 years ago, I came across a group of women
entitled, "Mothers from Hell." The mothers ignited humor into there advocacy for their children with special needs.
I remember telling my family about them and they snubbed their noses because the group had the word "hell" in their
title. That's the kind of attitude that you get from those that are too stupid to know better. So, today they came up
in a conversation. I had almost forgotten about them. Lucky for you, I didn't. You can visit them at www.mothersfromhell2.org. I promise you you'll enjoy ever-burning
moment with them. And make sure you tell them that I sent you there.
It's that time where I have to start thinking about my
son's future (in long term.) So, I contacted the Canine Companions for Independence about a dog for my son, who
turns 15 on June 2nd. And in visiting their website I came across "Marvelous Mercer." Marvelous Mercer
is an assistance dog for a 12-year-old little girl (who is probably the youngest published author next to Mozart.) So,
if you're looking for a good read, please visit her website at www.marvelousmercer.com.
"Steps to Independence:
Teaching Everyday Skills to Children with Special Needs" written by, Bruce L. Baker, Alan J. Brightman (and others).
This book is in it's 4th edition. If you have a child with special needs, ambulatory or not, I highly
recommend this book to parents.
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"A man never stands as tall as when
he kneels to help a child."
--Knights of Pythagoras
Please
note that all funds raised go towards grants for medical and therapeutic supplies, not covered by health insurance.
As well as other items needed by children with special needs, especially those that are physically challenged!!!!!!!
Our Mission is assisting families of children with special
needs in helping their child reach his/her maximum potential through information, referral, education, and modest grants for
medical and therapeutic equipment, not covered by health insurance. By helping children with special needs in reaching
their maximum potential, we are giving them the greatest gift that we can. PLEASE NOTE: OUR BYLAWS STATE THAT NO ONE WORKING WITH SNAP4KIDS WILL BE PAID. WE ARE
STRICTLY A VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION. THEREFORE, 100% OF YOUR DONATION GOES RIGHT BACK TOWARDS THE KIDS! (FOR MORE
ON THIS, VISIT THE "FOUNDER" PAGE.)
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