As a parent with a special needs child, I know it
can be overwhelming to search and find doctors, clinicians and therapy that is are good fit for our family. Tell us
about your positive experiences so that we can share the information with others. Click on the Doctors Corner image
to see what others have found.
Great opportunities
in the Community to Network.
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launches 'Coffee & Conversations' Networking Group for Washington
County Parents with kids with Disabilities. The Group is an opportunity for parents of kids with disabilities to connect,
share and learn from one another. There is no cost to attend and the coffee is on Arc – join us and unwind in
an informal, supportive atmosphere. Upcoming meeting dates are: Jan. 15, Feb. 19, Mar. 26 (please note that the
March meeting will be held on the fourth Thursday of the month), Apr. 16, May 21 and June 18.'Coffee & Conversations'will
meet third Thursday of each month from 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. at Borders, 8472 Tamarack Bay, Woodbury. XX
Workshops
for Siblings of Special Kids, Parents and Care Givers!
Arc Greater Twin Cities offers programs to enhance the lives of those
involved with our Special Kids. Arc Family Connections programs put you in touch with other parents, siblings and caregivers on the same journey. You'll
meet people who understand and empathize! Follow the link to Arc to find a schedule
of programs and a list of additional resources available through Arc. XXX
St. David’s
Child Development & Family Services offers support group meetings for mothers who want
to share the experience of living with a child who has special needs, find resources and be supported (and supportive) as
they work through the struggles and triumphs of having a child with a disability. For more information:jstrommen@stdavids.net.
Groups meet at St. David’s Minnetonka site on
3395 Plymouth Road on the:
- First Thursday of each month, from 9:30 a.m. -11:30 a.m. (for mothers of
infants through pre-school aged children)
- Second Tuesday of each month, from 6:30 p.m. -8:30 p.m. (for mothers of all age groups)
- Third Thursday
of each month, from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (for mothers of school-aged children)
