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Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6State-Wide page 6
Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7Fremont & Grand Island page 8
Gretna & Hastings page 9Lincoln pages 10 - 15
Norfolk pages 15 - 16North Platte page 16
Omaha pages 16 - 24Resources for Families pages x
Classifieds page 29
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Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
Edition #83 April 2017 Nebraska Statewide Edition Join our Email List at www.ohanakidsnews.com
Applications are now being accepted by United Way of the Midlands for a grant funded through the Karnett Trust. Eligible programs are those providing care, education, or training to children through age 21, who have
intellectual disabilities within the greater Omaha-Council Bluffs metropolitan region. The grant process opened on Friday, February 24. Interested organizations have until 5:00 pm on April 7, 2017 to complete the Request for
Proposal. Eligible organizations must be a 501©3 entity in Douglas, Sarpy or Pottawattamie counties that has been in existence for at least 3 years. New eligible grantees are selected and enter into a grant-funded partnership for three years, not to exceed $225,000. Request for Proposal is open and can be found at
www.UnitedWayMidlands.org/karnett There the link to the online application portal can also be found.
Project Austin Bridging the gap between hospital and home
Project Austin is a program developed to provide continuity of care to children with special health care needs as they transition from the hospital to home & vice versa by creating
community awareness and education to local emergency medical services (EMS). An Emergency Information Form (EIF) is completed with emergency medial information specific to your child. The EIF is shared and used by EMS and hospitals to access quick medical information. Project Austin assists children with special health care needs by educating local emergency medical
systems such as fire and rescue, emergency departments, and primary care providers on how to best care for these children.
Project Austin: Initiates contact between family and their medical community; Encourages family, EMS, and community collaboration; Relies on families providing medical community with
updated EIF’s to maintain current information; Is FREE of CHARGE!!
If you have a child with a special health care need, and you haven’t heard of Project Austin before, call and talk with them today!
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600 N. 93 rd Street, Suite 100
Omaha, NE 68114
402-391-2001
www.stonesworthstepping .com
OT/PT/ST
Special ized therapies include :
Sensory Integration
Therapeutic Listening Programs
Craniosacral Therapy
Orthotics & Bracing
Baby signs
Social Groups
Feeding Therapy
They are located in Children’s Hospital & Medical Center
Project Austin Coordinators
Natalie McCawley, BSN, RN, CCRN 402-955-8973
Tiffany Simon, BSN, RN, CCRN 402-955-8952
Don’t wait, CONTACT THEM TODAY!!
Sensory Sensitive Sundays at Chuck E Cheese, Sunday April 2
225 N. 76th, OMAHA, from 9:00 to 11:00 am Check
out Omaha Events more info
C l a s s i f i e d s B u y , S e l l , T r a d e , G i v e A w a y o r N e e d & J o b s
Edition #24 May 2012
Proudly serving over 8,500+ families -- NOW Across all of Nebraska!!!
May is Better Speech & Hearing MonthMay 9 is National School Nurse Day
May 13 is Mother's Day
What's Where???
Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6
State-Wide page 6Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7
Fremont & Grand Island page 8Gretna & Hastings page 9
Lincoln pages 10 - 15Norfolk pages 15 - 16
North Platte page 16Omaha pages 16 - 24
Resources for Families pages xClassifieds page 29
Help us Expand our Reach, Pass us along to families you know who could use this information!!!
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Thanks for Reading OKN!!
Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
DISCLOSURE: With ANY equipment specific to your child, O’Hana Kids News requests that you PLEASE have your PT/OT involved to ensure that it is a good fit for the child!
Used AFO’s and braces of any kind
Does your child have outgrown shoes, afo’s, braces, etc and they are sitting just
taking up space, then please email Heather at [email protected], or you can take them to Madonna, in Lincoln, to the Hangar Orthotics office, and Jamie
is the person they go to. The used equipment will be collected and distributed overseas via a local orthopedic
specialist who travels and fits children with this special equipment that is not
available to them. CURRENT
HELP WANTED:
Easter Seals Nebraska Summer Camp is now hiring for nurses, camp counselors, and mediation aides for the 2017 season.
Easter Seals Nebraska offers the experience of a lifetime! We are a residential camping program serving
children and adults with disabilities. We are looking for energetic, caring, and
hardworking people to join our team! We provide the best opportunity to do
rewarding work, while you spend the summer enjoying camp activities and
empowering our amazing campers. Nurses are provided private housing and can bring their family to stay at camp with them.
Camp counselors/Medication Aides must be 18 or older, board and salary is provided. Make a difference with us this summer! For an application, please email Jami at
[email protected] Visit our website for more information at
www.easterseals.com/ne
HELP WANTED:
Take A Break (TAB) is a respite and child abuse prevention program that meets the
first 2 Friday evenings of each month. TAB serves families in situations by providing relief from the ongoing
responsibilities of caring for loved ones with behavioral, medical or physical
challenges. The program meets at Grace Lutheran Church, 2225 Washington,
Lincoln, NE. To apply, please contact TAB Coordinator Mary Shada at 402-434-3494
or [email protected] 12/2016
RESPITE PROVIDERS NEEDED: Do you have the gift of service? Do you want to help families in need? The Nebraska Respite Network is a statewide program
funded through the Department of Health and Human Services. We are seeking
Respite Providers who can help families take a break from caregiving. There are volunteer and paid opportunities available. Free training can also be provided. This is a STATEWIDE OPPORTUNITY!! For more information contact Southeast Nebraska
Coordinator Mary Shada at 402-434-3494 or [email protected] 12/2016
Looking for FREE
Adaptive/Medical Equipment? Check out Chrissy’s Closet on
Facebook!!
For Families in the Lincoln Area, This is just an extension of an actual Equipment Closet at Handprints & Footsteps J
SPACE AVAILABLE
IF YOU HAVE SOMETHING YOU WANT
TO SELL, NEED VOLUNTEERS,
HAVE A JOB OPENING, ETC.
ANYTHING
PERTAINING TO FAMLIES TOUCHED BY SPECIAL
NEEDS
CAMP COUNSELORS NEEDED FOR CAMP ABILITIES JULY 15-‐21, 2017
Camp Abilities Nebraska is a residential sports camp for youth ages 9-‐19 who are blind, visually impaired or deaf-‐blind. Applicants with experience in the areas of Adaptive Physical Education and Special Education, or other relevant disciplines, are needed; staff orientation is July 15 & 16.
Please apply as soon as possible, preferably by March 15. A $150 stipend is offered for the week of Camp.
For more information contact Vision Program Coordinator Kristal Platt at (402) 498-‐6365, [email protected], or visit
https://www.boystownhospital.org/AboutUs/Pages/Camp-‐Abilities-‐Nebraska.aspx
Camp Abilities Nebraska is co-‐sponsored by Boys Town National Research Hospital and Outlook Nebraska, Inc.
SPACE AVAILABLE
IF YOU HAVE SOMETHING YOU WANT
TO SELL, NEED VOLUNTEERS,
HAVE A JOB OPENING, ETC.
ANYTHING
PERTAINING TO FAMLIES TOUCHED BY SPECIAL
NEEDS
Church Information – LINCOLN
Edition #24 May 2012
Proudly serving over 8,500+ families -- NOW Across all of Nebraska!!!
May is Better Speech & Hearing MonthMay 9 is National School Nurse Day
May 13 is Mother's Day
What's Where???
Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6
State-Wide page 6Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7
Fremont & Grand Island page 8Gretna & Hastings page 9
Lincoln pages 10 - 15Norfolk pages 15 - 16
North Platte page 16Omaha pages 16 - 24
Resources for Families pages xClassifieds page 29
Help us Expand our Reach, Pass us along to families you know who could use this information!!!
Check out any event changes, after publication
additions & MOREat our blog:
www.ohanakidsnews.blogspot.com
For more information,
or advertising ratesplease contact us at:
FACEBOOK too!!
Thanks for Reading OKN!!
Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
Faith Bible Church 6201 S. 84th St, LINCOLN
402.484.6020 www.faithbiblelincoln.org
Sunday Services 9:00 am Worship Service
10:30 am Worship Service * *Interpreted for those who are
Deaf or Hard of Hearing (Info Updated Feb. 2017)
Spring of Life Deaf Church
3336 N. 14th St, LINCOLN Find us on Facebook
Every Sunday 9:00 am Sunday Service 10:15 am Sunday School
(Info Updated Feb. 2017)
Sheridan Lutheran Church, ELCA
6955 Old Cheney Road, LINCOLN 402.423.4769
www.sheridanlutheran.org
Sunday Service 9:45 am Worship Service* *Interpreted for those who are
Deaf or Hard of Hearing
All of these churches are Handicapped Accessible & are would love to have your family included in their services!
Where things are Located in OKN!
Classifieds page 2 Church Information page 3 – 6 Respite Information page 7 – 8
Summer 2017 Camp Information page 8 - 10 Ted E. Bear Hollow page 11
NFAPA Support Groups page 12 Bellevue page 13
Elkhorn/Millard page 13 Iowa Resources page 13
Grand Island & Gretna page 14 Kearney page 14 - 15 Lincoln pages 15 – 25
Nebraska City & Norfolk page 26 Omaha pages 27 – 38 Papillion pages 39 - 41
Sioux City page 41 Statewide pages 42 – 46
Reduce the Noise informational story given to OKN, may not be the opinion of OKN, pages 47 - 48
Edition #24 May 2012
Proudly serving over 8,500+ families -- NOW Across all of Nebraska!!!
May is Better Speech & Hearing MonthMay 9 is National School Nurse Day
May 13 is Mother's Day
What's Where???
Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6
State-Wide page 6Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7
Fremont & Grand Island page 8Gretna & Hastings page 9
Lincoln pages 10 - 15Norfolk pages 15 - 16
North Platte page 16Omaha pages 16 - 24
Resources for Families pages xClassifieds page 29
Help us Expand our Reach, Pass us along to families you know who could use this information!!!
Check out any event changes, after publication
additions & MOREat our blog:
www.ohanakidsnews.blogspot.com
For more information,
or advertising ratesplease contact us at:
FACEBOOK too!!
Thanks for Reading OKN!!
Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
Lincoln Berean 6400 South 70th Street, LINCOLN
402.483.6512 www.lincolnberean.org
Every Saturday Service 7:00 pm Worship Service
Every Sunday Service 9:00 am Worship Service 10:45 am Worship Service
Interpreter Available for either service, please contact to set up with church which service you are needing
Interpreter, so they are there for you. They also offer a one-‐on-‐one service for those families who have children with special needs. You just need to call and talk with the church beforehand to ensure they have an appropriate
person lined up to stay with your child at the service you would like to attend. This is for Sunday AM Services only.
(Info Updated Feb. 2017)
Church Information - LINCOLN
First Free Church 3300 S. 84th, St., LINCOLN
402-‐483-‐7635 www.firstfreelincoln.org
Sunday Services
9:15 am Worship Service 9:15 am Canopy Room
9:15 am Hand in Hand Sunday School 11:00 am Worship Service 11:00 am Canopy Room
First Free Church welcomes kids of any age with special needs. We provide Buddies for children who need more support in the Sunday School Classroom as well as Canopy Room for kids, PreK to 5th grade, who need less sensory stimulation.
We provide programming for children in both hours of our services. Hand in Hand is a Sunday School Class that meets for
adults with intellectual disabilities.
We also offer a free respite program for parents, called Masterpiece Respite R&R, that is offered quarterly. Look under Lincoln Events for the next respite night.
Upcoming Event is going to be in April of 2017
QUESTIONS: Masterpiece Director, Danelle Mills
at [email protected] or 402-‐261-‐8304
Candlewood Church Candlewood Church Building 2640 R Street, LINCOLN
Corner of 27th & R www.candlewoodchurch.org
Sunday Service
9:30 am Fellowship & Coffee Served 10:00 am Worship Service
All of these churches are Handicapped
Accessible
First Plymouth 2000 D Street, LINCOLN
402.476.7565 www.firstplymouth.org
Saturday Evening Service 5:30 pm Worship
5:15 pm Anybody, Everybody Worship Service* *Located in Mayflower Hall in the church
This service is especially designed for worshippers who have special needs, & their friends, & families. Enjoy a warmhearted, interactive time for worship, learning & socializing in a relaxed, come-‐as-‐you-‐are service!
All are Welcome!!
Sunday Service 9:00 am; 9:30 am, 10:30 am & 11:59 am Worship Service*
*Interpreted for those who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing 7:00 pm Evening Service
(Info Updated Feb. 2017)
Heritage Presbyterian 880 South 35th Street, LINCOLN
402.477.3429 www.heritagepres.org
Sunday Service
10:30 am Worship Service*
*Interpreted for those who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing (Info Updated Feb. 2017)
Church Information – OMAHA
Edition #24 May 2012
Proudly serving over 8,500+ families -- NOW Across all of Nebraska!!!
May is Better Speech & Hearing MonthMay 9 is National School Nurse Day
May 13 is Mother's Day
What's Where???
Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6
State-Wide page 6Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7
Fremont & Grand Island page 8Gretna & Hastings page 9
Lincoln pages 10 - 15Norfolk pages 15 - 16
North Platte page 16Omaha pages 16 - 24
Resources for Families pages xClassifieds page 29
Help us Expand our Reach, Pass us along to families you know who could use this information!!!
Check out any event changes, after publication
additions & MOREat our blog:
www.ohanakidsnews.blogspot.com
For more information,
or advertising ratesplease contact us at:
FACEBOOK too!!
Thanks for Reading OKN!!
Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
What We Believe!
These churches all believe that Jesus Christ is the Son of God, who was
sent to humanity to be the sacrificial lamb for all our wrongdoings, allowing for us to spend eternity
with Him in Heaven.
The only thing that we as sinful humans need to do in order to be saved and spend eternity in Heaven, is You just have to accept the FREE Gift of Salvation, from Christ Jesus. Repent of your sins, Acknowledge that
Jesus Christ died on the cross for your sins. He died to save YOU!
That’s all you need to do, & each of these churches can help you with any questions you may have about
Salvation & the Gift of it through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Candlewood Church
Westside High School, Auditorium, 8701 Pacific Street, OMAHA
www.candlewoodchurch.org
Sunday Service 9:30 am Fellowship & Coffee 10:00 am Worship Service
Bethlehem Deaf Church 5074 Lake Street, OMAHA
Facebook at Bethlehem Deaf Lutheran Church-‐Omaha
Every Sunday 9:00 am Sunday School 10:30 am Church Service
(Info Updated Feb. 2017)
Westside Church – Dodge Rd. Campus
15050 W Dodge Rd, OMAHA 402.496.7833 or [email protected]
www.wchurch.tv
Every Sunday 8:00 am Worship Service 9:30 am Worship Service *
*Interpreted for those who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing There is a deaf and hard of hearing Life Group for adults also. It does not
meet every week so contact the church at the number above for more information on the next class.
11:11 am Worship Service
Kids City Friends is a NEW Ministry at Westside Church for children who have special needs. We have 2 ways of meeting children’s needs, 1) by having a friend system where an adult is
with the child in the Sunday School Class, or 2) we have a classroom set up just for those kiddos who need a one-on-one
experience and less stimulation. Kid City Friends meets at 9:30 am during our service on Sundays. This allows parents to attend worship service or become involved in a Life Group. Kid City
Friends meets in room 221. You will start at the children’s kiosks, located on the west side of the church. You will check in, and
then one of the volunteers will bring you up to our room. **Westside does have an elevator.
Westside also offers accommodations for children with special needs during their VBS week, including a class for those children
who need less stimulation.
Westside Church – West Campus
Tiburon Golf Club 10302 S 168th Street, OMAHA
402.496.7833 or [email protected] or online at wchurch.tv
Every Sunday
10:00 am Worship Service
Countryside Community Church
8787 Pacific Street, OMAHA 402.391.0350
www.countrysideucc.org
Sunday Service 9:00 am Classical Service 11:00 am Jazz Service
King of Kings Church
11615 I St, OMAHA 402-‐333-‐6464
www.kingofkingsomaha.org
Sunday Service 8:00 am Traditional Worship Service
9:15 am Contemporary Worship Service & Bible Studies 11:00 am Contemporary Worship Service
Crossroads Bible Church 17304 Hwy 1 -‐ MANLEY
Pastor Gary Wissel 402.499.4307 www.crossroadsbible.net
Every Sunday 9:30 am Worship
10:45 am Sunday School
1st Sunday of Every Month, Join us for a PotLuck meal after Sunday School!!
We also offer a FREE clothing outlet quarterly. Just go to the website for more information, or call our Pastor. We collect, good, used clothes,
and put it out for families to just come get. It is absolutely FREE! (Info Updated Feb. 2017)
Church Information – CASS & OTOE COUNTIES
Faith Missionary Church
306 S. East St., WEEPING WATER Pastor Adam DeMike 402.267.7375 www.faithmissionarychurch.org
Sunday Service
9:30 am Sunday School 10:45 am Worship Service
They offer Food Pantry the 2nd Friday of each month. They also have a
clothing closet, Tabitha’s Thread, located in Weeping Water.
Edition #24 May 2012
Proudly serving over 8,500+ families -- NOW Across all of Nebraska!!!
May is Better Speech & Hearing MonthMay 9 is National School Nurse Day
May 13 is Mother's Day
What's Where???
Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6
State-Wide page 6Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7
Fremont & Grand Island page 8Gretna & Hastings page 9
Lincoln pages 10 - 15Norfolk pages 15 - 16
North Platte page 16Omaha pages 16 - 24
Resources for Families pages xClassifieds page 29
Help us Expand our Reach, Pass us along to families you know who could use this information!!!
Check out any event changes, after publication
additions & MOREat our blog:
www.ohanakidsnews.blogspot.com
For more information,
or advertising ratesplease contact us at:
FACEBOOK too!!
Thanks for Reading OKN!!
Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
Church Information – Western Nebraska
Evangelical Free Grand Island
2609 S. Blaine, Grand Island (308)382-‐1292 or [email protected]
www.gief.org
Every Sunday 8:15 am Worship Service 11:00 am Worship Service
Westside Church – Fremont Midland University, Eppley Auditorium,
8th St. & Irving Ave, FREMONT 402.496.7833 or [email protected]
www.wchurch.tv
Every Sunday 10:10 am Worship Service
Evangelical Free – Kearney 4010 7th Avenue, Kearney
(308)237-‐5968 or [email protected] www.kearneyfree.com
Every Sunday
9:15 am Worship Service 11:00 am Worship Service
Peace Lutheran, Columbus 2720 28th Street, Columbus
402.564.8311 or [email protected] www.aliveinpeace.org
Every Sunday
8:00 am Worship Service 10:30 am Worship Service
Saturdays
6:00 pm Worship Service
Calvary Community Church
273 S 63rd Rd., NEBRASKA CITY 402.873.7205
www.calvarycomunityonline.com
Every Sunday 9:00 am Sunday School 10:30 am Church Service
Edition #24 May 2012
Proudly serving over 8,500+ families -- NOW Across all of Nebraska!!!
May is Better Speech & Hearing MonthMay 9 is National School Nurse Day
May 13 is Mother's Day
What's Where???
Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6
State-Wide page 6Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7
Fremont & Grand Island page 8Gretna & Hastings page 9
Lincoln pages 10 - 15Norfolk pages 15 - 16
North Platte page 16Omaha pages 16 - 24
Resources for Families pages xClassifieds page 29
Help us Expand our Reach, Pass us along to families you know who could use this information!!!
Check out any event changes, after publication
additions & MOREat our blog:
www.ohanakidsnews.blogspot.com
For more information,
or advertising ratesplease contact us at:
FACEBOOK too!!
Thanks for Reading OKN!!
Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
v Respite Care Available for Air Force Families * FREE to them * U.S. Air Force (USAF) Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) families stationed throughout the country have children who require unique child care considerations due to the child’s special needs. Finding & paying for quality child care for children with special needs can also present significant challenges for military families. The U.S. Air Force EFMP program has established a quality respite program for families with children having special needs & who are enrolled in the USAF EFMP. USAF EFMP Respite Care is specifically designed for Air Force families who have children diagnosed with moderate or severe special needs under EFMP. This includes exceptional family member children whose medical conditions require assignment near major medical facilities in the continental United States, or whose needs are complex and require specialized community of care. What is included in the USAF EFMP Respite Care? Twelve (12) respite care hours per month regardless of condition severity. Your choice of an approved in-child’s home or licensed Family Child Care or Child Care Center. Approved providers are background screened and have the following pre-service training: CPR, First Aid, Medication Dispensation, & Child Abuse Recognition & Prevention as well as subject matter training in the care of children with special needs. To begin the application process, call Child Care Aware toll-free at 1-800-424-2246 or email [email protected] for a Respite Care Step by Step instruction form. Or call the EFMP Office at 402-294-4329 for more info! (5/16)
v Are you looking for a short break from the demands of caring for an individual of any age with special needs or health concerns? Could you benefit from: An opportunity to rest, recharge and regroup from your caregiving responsibilities? A chance to go to the grocery store, hairdresser, or run errands? Having a chance to follow through on your own doctor’s appointments? Taking time to have lunch/coffee with a friend? Just having an opportunity to take a nap? How can we help you? Assist in locating individuals/agencies that can provide in-home care for your loved one. Assist you in locating potential funding sources to pay for temporary care. Assist in finding facilities that offer short term, temporary out of home care, so that you are able to leave town (primarily for older individuals needing care). What is this type of service called and what does it offer? Respite is the term used to provide caregivers the opportunity to take that short term, intermittent break needed to help persons with special needs and health conditions remain in their homes. What this service is not: Respite is not hospice care, nor does it have any affiliation with hospice or palliative care. Respite is not a day program or child care center. Respite is not an emergency placement center for youth or individuals that experience mental health or other behavioral challenges. How can I learn more about respite care services? You can call our office at 402-559-5732 or email [email protected] We will ask you a series of questions to help us better match you with the type of providers needed to assist you and then provide you with the names of these providers. We will help provide you with information on how to apply for potential funding to offset some of the costs of care. RESPITE IS ABOUT YOU! CALL US TODAY!
v Email from parents about Respite: The Eastern region of the Nebraska Lifespan Respite Network recently received an email with the following comments about Respite from parents of a young adult with Special Needs. “… Our hope is that this program will give us the opportunity for a much needed “break” from the 24/7 responsibilities of caring for an adult with Special Needs. Our belief is that a short break each month will provide the opportunity to relax and refuel, so that we can be the best parents possible for our daughter. It will help us to regain our focus on being 100% attentive to her, as there are many times we begin to feel the “burn-out’’, both physically and emotionally from being continuously “on call”. This is an excellent description of what Respite is – if you are looking for a brief break from your Caregiving responsibilities please give the Nebraska Lifespan Respite Network a call at 1(866)737-7483 or online at www.nrrs.ne.gov/respite
v “Our Story” The Beginning of A Special Sitter As parents of four children, two with special needs, we understand your challenges in raising special needs children. As parents, our God given responsibility is to train our children for life. As a parent, you experience highs & lows as your children grown through the seasons of life. We learned early, that these highs & lows are amplified when you are caring for a child with special needs. You want to attend your children’s sporting events, teacher conferences, & musical performances. You want to continue to date your spouse, because a strong marriage creates a strong family. Like us, you probably have asked yourselves, “How do we create & maintain this balance when most of our time & energy is devoted to caring for our child with special needs?” Our desire is to help you answer that question so your family can experience the fullness of blessings available to your family because of your child with special needs. A Special Sitter was inspired by our ongoing journey of parenting our family & we believe our experiences can help you experience the fullness of blessings we have received as we raise our family.– Kimberly & Richard Troia, Co-Founders of A Special Sitter. Call 402-697-8400 x201 or [email protected] (Requested information March 2016 to update – NOT UPDATED YET)
v The ABC’s of Caregiving from ARCH (Access to Respite Care & Help) This link takes you to the ABC’s of Caregiving and it has a consumer guide to Respite. http://archrespite.org/consumer-information
v Youth Care & Beyond They provide a caring and supportive environment for teen clients in three group homes. However, they are currently in the process of readying themselves to provide in-home respite. They can provide services for kids ages 10 – 19. If you are interested in respite or the group home setting please call them at 402-991-9709 you can also check out their website at www.YCBinc.org
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Respite INFORMATION
Edition #24 May 2012
Proudly serving over 8,500+ families -- NOW Across all of Nebraska!!!
May is Better Speech & Hearing MonthMay 9 is National School Nurse Day
May 13 is Mother's Day
What's Where???
Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6
State-Wide page 6Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7
Fremont & Grand Island page 8Gretna & Hastings page 9
Lincoln pages 10 - 15Norfolk pages 15 - 16
North Platte page 16Omaha pages 16 - 24
Resources for Families pages xClassifieds page 29
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Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
April 7 Take A Break – RESPITE for Families Childcare for kids ages 6 weeks to 10 years of age LOCATION: Grace Lutheran Church, 2225 Washington, LINCOLN TIME: 6:30 – 8:30 pm COST: Payment due based on a sliding scale for private pay, or we can bill DCP or Respite Subsidy MORE INFO: Mary at YWCA Lincoln at 402-434-3494 ext. 103 or [email protected]
DESCRIPTION: First 2 Fridays of each month (Not in April)
Respite APRIL Events
The Nebraska Respite Network
Do you know about the Lifespan Respite Subsidy Program? This program pays for respite services (someone to come into the home to care for a person with special needs, to give the primary caregiver a temporary break). The program serves people of all ages. It is for people who are NOT receiving the services from another government program.
Who Needs This Program? Caregivers who need a temporary break from providing care to persons of any age, with special needs. Examples of special needs are developmental & physical limitations, emotional or behavioral disorders, chronic illness. Alzheimer’s disease & related health concerns, or persons at risk of abuse & neglect. Eligibility is based on income guidelines. HOWEVER, if you have expenses directly related to the disability, these can usually be subtracted
from the counted income. The person applying must have a caregiver. The program will provide up to $125 per client per month!!
How do I become a Respite Provider? How do I get qualified for the Lifespan Respite Subsidy Program?
What if I need help finding a respite provider, so I as a Caregiver, can have a break?
Contact the Nebraska Respite Network by contacting a Respite Network Coordinator in your area (see below) or call 1-‐866-‐RESPITE
Southeast Service Area
Serving Thayer, Jefferson, Gage, Otoe, Cass, Pawnee, Richardson, Johnson, Nemaha, Lancaster, Saline, Fillmore, York, Seward, Polk, Butler & Saunders
Coordinator Mary Shada (402)434-‐3494 ext. 103 [email protected]
Central Service Area Serving Harlan, Franklin, Webster, Clay, Nuckolls, Phelps, Kearney, Adams, Buffalo, Hall,
Hamilton, Merrick, Howard, Sherman, Custer, Valley, Greeley, Blaine, Loup, Garfield, Wheeler
Coordinator Peggy Jensen (308)745-‐0780 ext. 139
Southwest Service Area Serving Dundy, Hitchcock, Red Willow, Furnas, Gosper, Dawson, Lincoln, Logan, Thomas,
Grant, Hooker, Arthur, Keith, Perkins, Chase, Hayes, & Frontier
Coordinator Helena Janousek (308)345-‐4223 (308)345-‐4990
Western Service Area Serving Sheridan, Garden, Deuel, Sioux, Cheyenne, Morrill, Box Butte, Dawes,
Scottsbluff, Banner & Kimball
Coordinator Sherri Blome (308)432-‐8190
Eastern Service Area Serving Douglas & Sarpy
Coordinator Ellen Bennett (402)559-‐5732
Northern Service Area Serving Washington, Dodge, Colfax, Platte, Nance, Boone, Antelope, Holt, Rock, Brown, Cherry, Keya Paha, Boyd, Knox, Cedar, Burt, Dixon, Dakota, Thurston, Cuming, Stanton, Madison,
Pierce & Wayne Coordinator Ashley Spiliek (308)745-‐0780 ext. 145
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Summer 2017 CAMP Information
Operation Shine Camp June 9 – 11, 2017, 2016
Covenant Cedars Bible Camp near HORDVILLE
Operation Shine Camp is for kids ages 7 – 12 with autism or related conditions. The days will include arts/crafts, swimming, fishing, archery, crate stacking, sensory activities and more! Each Camper has at least one “1-‐on-‐1” Dream Big Camper, All Staff & Volunteers have received training in the specific disorders that will be present at camp, there is a nursing staff 24/7, there are 2 mental health therapists on-‐site 24/7, and all cabins have
handicap accessible full bathroom facilities.
For more information or to volunteer www.kidsanddreams.org
Edition #24 May 2012
Proudly serving over 8,500+ families -- NOW Across all of Nebraska!!!
May is Better Speech & Hearing MonthMay 9 is National School Nurse Day
May 13 is Mother's Day
What's Where???
Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6
State-Wide page 6Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7
Fremont & Grand Island page 8Gretna & Hastings page 9
Lincoln pages 10 - 15Norfolk pages 15 - 16
North Platte page 16Omaha pages 16 - 24
Resources for Families pages xClassifieds page 29
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Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
Summer 2017 CAMP Information
Camp Abilities Nebraska
July 16 – 21, 2016
Camp Abilities Nebraska is a week-‐long residential sports camp for youth who are blind, visually impaired or deaf-‐blind. Youth explore sports and recreational
activities in a safe environment with instructors who have experience in adaptive techniques. The cost of
camp registration is $300; scholarships are available and
Nebraska residency is not required. Camp registration will open March 1, 2017 and is limited to 20 campers so prompt enrollment is suggested.
For more information or to
make a donation to Camp Abilities Nebraska, contact Kristal Platt, Vision Program Coordinator, at (402) 498-‐6365,
[email protected] or visit
https://www.boystownhospital.org/AboutUs/Pages/Camp-‐Abilities-‐Nebraska.aspx
List YOUR Camps Here TODAY!!
Easter Seals Nebraska Summer Camp
Registration is OPEN!
Easter Seals Nebraska Camps are for both children and adults who have ANY disability. At camp, campers experience all the traditions you would expect at a summer camp, accommodated for their needs; horseback riding, swimming, a ropes course, canoeing, fishing, and most of all, making new friends and
growing in independence! We provide a 1:1 – 1:3 counselor to camp ratio and have nursing staff who lives on site. For more information or an application for employment, visit our website at www.easterseals.com/ne ,
email us at [email protected] or call us at 402-‐930-‐4053. Easter Seals Nebraska Summer Camp is now hiring for nurses, camp counselors, and mediation aides for the 2017 season. Easter Seals Nebraska offers the experience of a lifetime! We are a residential camping program serving children and adults with disabilities. We are looking for energetic, caring, and hardworking people to join our team! We provide the best opportunity to do rewarding work, while you spend the summer enjoying camp activities and empowering our amazing campers. Nurses are provided private housing and can bring their family to stay at camp with them. Camp
counselors/Medication Aides must be 18 or older, board and salary is provided. Make a difference with us this summer!
Edition #24 May 2012
Proudly serving over 8,500+ families -- NOW Across all of Nebraska!!!
May is Better Speech & Hearing MonthMay 9 is National School Nurse Day
May 13 is Mother's Day
What's Where???
Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6
State-Wide page 6Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7
Fremont & Grand Island page 8Gretna & Hastings page 9
Lincoln pages 10 - 15Norfolk pages 15 - 16
North Platte page 16Omaha pages 16 - 24
Resources for Families pages xClassifieds page 29
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Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
Page 10 Summer 2017 CAMP Information
PROJECT EXPLORE CAMP Provides special needs youth between 8 & 17 years of age, with a positive summer camp experience. Project Explore is specifically designed for children identified with a learning disability, attention deficit disorder,
or other high functioning disabilities such as Asperger’s syndrome, without primary emotional or behavioral problems.
July 2 – July 8 Cost is $485
(Register by April 15 for the Early Bird Discount of $445) For fundraising opportunities call today!
Located at Camp Kitaki in Louisville, Nebraska
For More Information Call D’Arcy Goodrich at 402-‐334-‐1677 or [email protected]
Campers will be involved in small groups of up to 10 children led by 2 staff. Campers experience nature and participate in camp activities that emphasize the enhancement of self-‐esteem. Camper relationships help develop the realization of the unique abilities in each individual.
Camp Activities are all supervised by trained staff and presented in a way that is both safe and fun. Activities include: horseback riding, songs and skits, paddle boating, Jungleland, cookouts, nature, crafts, riflery, canoeing, swimming, campfires, picnics, archery, hiking and so much more!
Safety is a primary concern with every precaution taken to ensure the well-‐being of your child. All staff are trained in first aid procedures. A full-‐time, on-‐site health specialist treats minor ailments at the health lodge, and a doctor is on call 24 hours per day.
Lincoln Park & Recreation Summer Camps For More Information contact Sherry Connett at 402-‐441-‐7948
Must Register for these camps!
Art Extravaganza Camp for ages 13 & Up Dates June 19-‐23 – Runs Monday through Friday from 1:15 – 4:15 pm
COST: $113.50 per person **Door to door transportation is available within Lincoln for $22.50 for the week, must register
LOCATED AT: Easterday Recreation Center, 6130 Adams St, LINCOLN
Adaptive Recreation Drama Camp for ages 13 & Up Dates are July 24-‐28– Runs Monday through Friday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm
COST: $113.50 per person **Door to door transportation is available within Lincoln for $22.50 for the week, must register
LOCATED AT: Auld Pavilion, 1650 Memorial Dr., Antelope Park, LINCOLN
Adaptive Recreation SumFun Day Camp for ages 5 to 21 Dates are: June 19-‐23, June 26-‐30, July 10-‐14, & July 17-‐21 , Runs Monday through Friday
From 9:00 am to 2:30 pm COST: $91.00 per person per session
**Door to door transportation is available within Lincoln for $22.50 per week, must register LOCATED AT: Auld Pavilion, 1650 Memorial Dr., Antelope Park, LINCOLN
SumFun is a camp designed to meet the needs of youth with intellectual and physical disabilities. The program offers a wide range of recreation activities which provides opportunities for social interaction and aid in the development of physical and social skills. SumFun is designed to provide a
paid staff to participant ratio of 1:5. Activities will include arts and crafts, games, music, sports, swimming, and field trips. Participants will be assigned to camp groups according to their age. Enrollment is limited. Registrations are taken on a first come first served basis.
Free support for Children, teens & adults who have experienced the death of a family member or friend.
All family programs are offered FREE of charge, but families must register in advance to attend. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are for youth ages 3 – 18 accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Here are programs that we offer:
CARE: Coping Around Real-Life Experiences Support Group: CARE is a free grief support group for families coping with a serious illness or injury. Join us for an opportunity to share your grief, build healthy coping skills, & meet others who “get it”. This is for youth ages 3 – 18 & their adult caregivers dealing with a serious illness or injury. This is an open group that you may join at any time, & we encourage you to attend as many sessions as you can. Just be sure to register in advance so we know you are coming! Held the 2nd Saturday of every month, from 12:00 – 1:30 pm. See monthly information under Omaha Events. Monthly Support Groups: This group is open for families to attend at any time, and is a great way to get started with our programs. A light breakfast is provided. Children & adults then work with trained facilitators in separate age/developmental groups. See info in Omaha Events 8-Session Support Groups: Series are held throughout the year in which the same families attend for 8 sessions. Having the same people in your group provides comfort & security. Following a potluck meal, children & adults work with trained facilitators in separate age/developmental groups.
KidsKamp: Held in the spring, KidsKamp is an afternoon filled with crafts and activities to honor and remember special people who have died. Families work together with volunteers in this a fun, light-hearted camp. Tinsel & Tears: This afternoon camp helps grieving families as they prepare for the holidays. Families work together with volunteers to make special holiday memories and crafts to honor the lives of those who have died. Check out the upcoming events under these towns in OKN: Fremont, Omaha, Plattsmouth, Council Bluffs. If you are interested in being a volunteer at one of these events, call us at the number below.
YAG (Young Adult Group): This is a special group for 19 – 40 year olds who have experienced death, meeting on its own night separate from our family programs. This is an open group so that new members can join at any time. See monthly information in Omaha Events
AHA (Adults Helping Adults): An 8-session group for adult caregivers who have already attended our 8-session family support groups. This group provides an opportunity for further support and education focused specifically on the caregiver. No children’s program is provided.
Camp Hope: A Retreat for Grieving Teens: This weekend, overnight, camp is a special program for teens who have attended TEBH programs with their families. Campers enjoy hanging out with other teens and participating in a variety of activities such as horseback riding, drumming, hiking, photography, & a campfire. All food and drinks for the weekend are provided.
For the monthly dates of events, look under the group above and the information is listed in what city the camp or group is located, so that you can find all the information you need.
For More Information on any of the support programs we offer, please contact us402-502-2773 or www.tedebearhollow.org
We are located at: 7811 Farnam Drive, OMAHA
Ted E. Bear Hollow Information
Edition #24 May 2012
Proudly serving over 8,500+ families -- NOW Across all of Nebraska!!!
May is Better Speech & Hearing MonthMay 9 is National School Nurse Day
May 13 is Mother's Day
What's Where???
Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6
State-Wide page 6Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7
Fremont & Grand Island page 8Gretna & Hastings page 9
Lincoln pages 10 - 15Norfolk pages 15 - 16
North Platte page 16Omaha pages 16 - 24
Resources for Families pages xClassifieds page 29
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Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
Edition #24 May 2012
Proudly serving over 8,500+ families -- NOW Across all of Nebraska!!!
May is Better Speech & Hearing MonthMay 9 is National School Nurse Day
May 13 is Mother's Day
What's Where???
Important Tidbits for Families pages 2 - 6
State-Wide page 6Bellevue, Cedar Bluff & Columbus page 7
Fremont & Grand Island page 8Gretna & Hastings page 9
Lincoln pages 10 - 15Norfolk pages 15 - 16
North Platte page 16Omaha pages 16 - 24
Resources for Families pages xClassifieds page 29
Help us Expand our Reach, Pass us along to families you know who could use this information!!!
Check out any event changes, after publication
additions & MOREat our blog:
www.ohanakidsnews.blogspot.com
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or advertising ratesplease contact us at:
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Thanks for Reading OKN!!
Special Needs Mom's
You may think us “special moms” have it pretty rough. We have no choice. We just manage life when things get really tough. We've made it through the days we thought we'd never make it through. We've even impressed our own selves with all that we can do!
We've gained patience beyond measure, love we never dreamed of giving. We worry about the future but know this “special” life's worth living! We have bad days and hurt sometimes, but we hold our heads up high. We feel joy and pride and thankfulness more often than we cry.
For our kids, we aren't just SUPERMOMS, No, we do so much more :) We are cheerleaders, nurses, and therapists who don't walk out the door. We handle rude remarks and unkind stares, with dignity and grace. Even though the pain they bring cannot be erased.
Therapies and treatment routes are a lot for us to digest, We don't know what the future holds, but give our kids our best. None of us can be replaced, so we don't get many breaks. It wears us out, but to help our kids, we'll do whatever it takes!
We are selfless, not by choice you see. Our kids just have many needs. We're not out to change the world, but want to plant some seeds. We want our kids accepted. That really is our aim. When we look at them, we just see kids. We hope you'll do the same.
-- April Vernon
ALLIANCE: April 20 Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Association Support Group Including Foster & Adoptive Parents who have kids with special needs LOCATION: Box Butte Community Hospital, Meet in Alliance Room, ALLIANCE TIME: 6:00 – 7:30 pm MORE INFORMATION & to RSVP: www.nfapa.org or Jolie 308-672-3658 UPCOMING DATES: May 18
COLUMBUS: April 11 Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Association Support Group Meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month (Except December) LOCATION: Peace Lutheran Church, 2720 28th ST., COLUMBUS TIME: 7:00 – 8:30 pm MORE INFORMATION: Contact Tammy Welker at [email protected] or www.nfapa.org DESCRIPTION: Childcare is provided! Thanks you Building Blocks and Behavioral Health Specialists for providing childcare!
GOTHENBURG: Contact for Dates Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Association Support Group Meets the 3rd Thursday of the month LOCATION: American Lutheran Church, 1512 Ave G, GOTHENBURG TIME: 6:00 – 8:00 pm MORE INFORMATION: Contact 308-537-3433 or www.nfapa.org
KIMBALL: Contact for Dates Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Association Support Group Meets the 4th Monday of every month Including Foster & Adoptive Parents who have kids with special needs LOCATION: Kimball Baptist Fellowship Church, 507 Oak Street, KIMBALL TIME: 6:00 – 7:30 pm MORE INFORMATION & to RSVP: www.nfapa.org or Jolie 308-672-3658
LEXINGTON: Contact for Dates Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Association Support Group Meets Quarterly Including Foster & Adoptive Parents who have kids with special needs LOCATION: Parkview Baptist Church, 803 West 18th Street, LEXINGTON TIME: 6:00 – 8:00 pm MORE INFORMATION: www.nfapa.org or 308-324-4410
NORTH PLATTE: April 6
Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Association Support Group Meets Every other month, on a Thursday evening Including Foster & Adoptive Parents who have kids with special needs LOCATION: Mid Plains Center, 1101 Halligan Drive, NORTH PLATTE TIME: 1:30 – 3:30 pm MORE INFORMATION: www.nfapa.org or 402-460-7296
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STATE-WIDE/ONLINE: April 4, 11, 18 & 25
Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Association FACES – Online Support Group Weekly chats, every Tuesday – MUST ASK TO JOIN!!! SEE CONTACT INFO!!! Including Foster & Adoptive Parents who have kids with special needs LOCATION: Online TIME: starting at 9:00 pm Central Time MORE INFORMATION: www.nfapa.org or Terry at [email protected] DESCRIPTION: Whether you are a foster parent, an adoptive parent, have guardianship, or are kinship/family caregiver, this group is designed to give support, information, resources, and encouragement. Foster Parents are vital to keeping children safe and helping them heal from the trauma of abuse, neglect, abandonment, or removal from their family home. This support group can help by: Working together to improve the lives of children not living with their birth parents; Through mutual support foster families are strengthened and placement stability is improved for the children in care; Foster Parenting is a journey, Foster Parents must strive to keep up on educational opportunities to be better equipped to protect the health and safety of the children placed in our care. Staying informed and up to date on issues affecting the child welfare system are also important. Each week we will have a topic of discussion, and during this time anything and everything related to the topic will be discussed. Just like an in person support group, this will be a closed forum and issued discussed should remain confidential. If there is a topic you’d like to suggest, let Terry know.
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Nebraska Foster & Adoptive Parent Association Support Group Usually Meets the 2nd Tuesday of every month Including Foster & Adoptive Parents who have kids with special needs LOCATION: RWMC south plaza room 1204, SCOTTSBLUFF TIME: 6:00 – 7:30 pm MORE INFORMATION: www.nfapa.org or RSVP to Jolie at [email protected] UPCOMING DATES: May 9