Special Needs
Advocating for Your Child with Autism
We are our children’s biggest cheerleaders. We root for them. We protect them. We teach them. And we advocate for them. All children need people who have their back when it comes to school...
Ready, Set, Summer! Prepping Your Kid with Autism for Summer Camp
For many kids, summer is the best time for outdoor activities and spending time with peers. For children on the autism spectrum, summer might also come with extra challenges, including preparing for and attending...
Outdoor Exploration for All Abilities
Each individual experiences the outside world differently and brings a unique perspective on how to enjoy the natural world – a sentiment local mom and MetroParks human resources and volunteer manager Jenny Hymans often...
Camp at the J
At Camp at the J, kids can experience the best of summer. From swimming and archery, to arts & crafts, camp values and color wars, and much more, kids will create memories and form...
2024 Polar Plunges for Special Olympics
The Special Olympics’ Polar Plunge is a fun and cool way to make a difference in the lives of people with intellectual disabilities — and it’s an experience that participants won’t soon forget. The organization’s signature...