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This story is a testament to the impact of United Way’s support in creating opportunities for children with unique needs.
A young boy with severe autism joined the Kids Club Kids program in kindergarten. His parents sought out the team at Kids Club Kids, hoping to provide their son with opportunities to socialize with children his age in a supportive environment.
Recognizing the unique challenges he faced due to his physical and mental disabilities, the team arranged for him to attend one day a week with the dedicated one-on-one care of a staff member. Through consistent and personalized care, the staff member was able to build a trusting and supportive relationship with the child. This connection allowed him to feel comfortable and safe within the program, creating a foundation for meaningful interactions and participation in activities.
This opportunity was made possible directly through funding from United Way. The support of United Way enabled Kids Club Kids to employ the dedicated staff member required to provide the one-on-one care essential for this child’s participation. Without United Way’s funding, this level of individualized care would not have been available, and this family would have been unable to access the resources they needed at an affordable rate.
This story highlights the profound difference United Way funding makes for children with unique needs, ensuring that children like this boy have access to the resources and care that enable them to be included and supported, regardless of their challenges or financial circumstances.
Thanks to generous donors like you, United Way of the Black Hills is able to make stories like this possible!