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14th Annual Bowl for the Green Bowl-A-Thon benefits adults with developmental disabilities

By |February 27, 2023|Categories: News|

February 27, 2023, Colorado Springs, CO - Special Kids Special Families 14th Annual Bowl for the Green Bowl-A-Thon fundraiser will be held on Saturday, March 11th from 2:30-4:30pm at King Pin Lanes [...]

Meet Special Kids Special Families NEW Executive Director – Kevin Porter

By |January 16, 2023|Categories: News|

January 16, 2023, Colorado Springs, CO - Kevin Porter has spent most of his career focusing on helping the at-risk and marginalized population.  He’s been advocating for the underserved in the Colorado [...]

Boots, Buckles & Chuckles Benefits Children with Disabilities

By |September 13, 2022|Categories: News|

September 13, 2022, Colorado Springs, CO – Come “Cowboy Up” with Special Kid Special Families during their 11th Annual Night of Comedy signature fundraising event to benefit Zach’s Place Center.  This year’s [...]

Introducing the Therapeutic Healing Powers of Gardening to Individuals with Disabilities

By |June 27, 2022|Categories: News|

June 27, 2022, Colorado Springs, CO – Gardening is proven to reduce stress, tension, and anxiety.  “Our clients interact with big smiles and look forward to gardening every day, where in the [...]

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Need a ride to next week's clinic? Today is the LAST day to register for complimentary transportation to our SKSF Vaccination clinic held on 10/30 at our Adult Services facility. Sign up today if you need a ride! sksfcolorado.org/community-immunity-transportation/ #WeAreSKSF ... See MoreSee Less
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There will be a vaccine clinic at SKSF Adult Services facility on Wed 10/30/24 10am-1pm providing no-cost flu & COVID-19 vaccinations to individuals on Medicaid only, uninsured, or underinsured. We will also host complimentary transportation to this clinic. If you or someone in your household qualifies & is interested in transportation to the clinic, please complete the Interest Form on our website no later than Friday 10/25/24. There is no pre-registration needed for this clinic at this time. If you do not need transportation but are still interested in receiving vaccinations at this clinic, you may come at any time between 10am-1pm. Visit our website for more info: sksfcolorado.org/community-immunity-transportation/ Uninsured, underinsured, or on Medicaid (only). El Paso County Public Health ... See MoreSee Less
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Despite the unseasonably warm weather & a surprising influx of grasshoppers, our gardens were a smashing success this year! Take a look at our journey 'From Last to (Almost) First Frost' video. A huge thank you goes out to our amazing donors & volunteers who made it all possible. Special shoutout to Johnny's Selected Seeds, Botanical Interests, Baker Creek Heirloom Seed Company, Ferry-Morse Home Gardening, Whole Kids Education Foundation, Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation, Turner Construction Company - Colorado Office for your support! We couldn't have done it without you! #WeAreSKSF #GardenSuccess #GardeningCommunity ... See MoreSee Less
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We'd like to welcome Ivan Castro & Nicole Jennings to our Adult Services team! They are Adult Mentors Direct Care Providers working with our adult clients. Welcome to the Team! #WeAreSKSF #WelcomeToTheTeam #TeamSKSF ... See MoreSee Less
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A new week means fresh opportunities to chase your goals, embrace new challenges, and make a little more magic happen. Let's start strong and make this week count! What’s one thing you’re excited to tackle today? Let's get after it! #WeAreSKSF #MondayMotivation #NewWeekNewGoals #PositiveVibes ... See MoreSee Less
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In partnership with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, we are pleased to offer free transportation services for individuals with disabilities & their caregivers to receive seasonal vaccinations this cold & flu season.Our first vaccine transportation event will take place on Thurs 10/24/24 4-6pm at the Bricker Elementary School Vaccine Clinic (4880 Dover Dr, Colorado Springs). The clinic will provide no-cost flu & COVID-19 vaccinations to individuals who are on Medicaid only, uninsured, or underinsured. Approximate pick-up & drop-off times to be confirmed closer to the event. We recommend keeping your schedule open from 3-7PM. Caregivers who are not receiving vaccines may still accompany individuals who are.If you or someone in your household qualifies & is interested in transportation to the clinic, please visit our website under Community Immunity page & complete the appropriate forms NO LATER THAN Thurs 10/17. sksfcolorado.org/communityimmunity/ ... See MoreSee Less
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Did you know that 50% of children and youth placed in foster care in Colorado had their initial placement with kinship caregivers? When children and youth cannot remain with their parents, kinship care can help them to:🤗 Reduce trauma.🙂 Improve mental health outcomes.📚 Have better educational outcomes and stability.🏠 Improve stability in placements and higher levels of permanency.💖 Develop stronger ties to the child’s biological family.🙌 Preserve cultural, ethnic, racial and traditional connections.🤩 Develop feelings of love and belonging.Learn more about Kinship Care at co4kids.org/Kinship-care/ #CO4Kids #KinshipCare #Colorado #ColoradoFamiliesLearn more about Fostering with SKSF & start your foster care journey - sksf@sksfcolorado.org or 719-447-8983 #WeAreSKSF #SKSFFosterCare sksfcolorado.org/programs/foster-care-adoption/ ... See MoreSee Less
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