Upcoming nonprofit organization for special needs kids in palm beach gardens, fl

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Dear Friends,

We know that it really " takes a village to raise a child " ! So why are our

children with special needs and their families feeling so lonely?

I am a mom who has decided to create a space, dedicated to children with special

needs and their families, at absolutely no charge to them. I am not looking to

cure anything. I have nothing to sell. I just want to help, and I need yours to

make it happen.

Hearing that my son, now 4, had PDD-NOS was very painful, but quickly realizing

I didn't know what to do next was definitely worse. Who do I call first? Where

do I find other parents like me? Is there an alternative to " Google-ing " every

piece of information which leads to even more confusion? How can my child simply

enjoy being a child, when he never gets invited for " play dates " or gets

reprehensive looks in public play areas for seemingly inappropriate behavior? If

anything else, I did find out what a financial burden it can be if you want to

do everything you can for your child – don't we all? - and how little help, if

any, you can obtain.

Located in Palm Beach Gardens, " The Bubble Tree " is:

- A fun and cozy playroom where our children with special needs can interact

with other children, while assisted by volunteers trained professionals.

Therapists are also welcome to use the structure with their clients.

- A friendly place for parents to connect, exchange information, support each

other and seek the advice of professionals as needed.

- A safe place for scheduled classes and seminars, free of charge. - A resource

center with various publications and brochures on display and a

computer with internet access.

It is a fairly small space, it's a baby step. But with your help, who knows what

it might become?

I need volunteer professionals to assist the children in their social

interaction, in the playroom, and to be available to parents should they have

any concern, question or simply need to talk. The schedule will be designed

according to each person's availability.

I am also looking for professionals willing to offer scheduled classes and

activities for the children (music, gym, etc...) as well as for the parents

(support groups, seminars, etc...). This can be on a volunteer basis or for a

reasonable fee. Your participation might provide exposure to your own

activities, but certainly promises to offer a fulfilling and rewarding

experience. The center will open approximately May 15.

To sign up as a volunteer or for any inquiries, please feel free to contact me

at anytime via email at cecilegiraud@... or on my mobile at (954)

547-3497.

I hope to hear from you soon, Cecile Giraud-Katz