Here you will find a collection of sites/documents and recommendations that have helped on my journey and I hope helps on yours too! I hope to grow this page even more, so if you have ideas/places/websites you’d like to see here, send them my way!!
- SUPPORT GROUPS THROUGH FACEBOOK
- OTHER PLACES FOR SUPPORT
- The Mighty
- Parent to Parent which connects families who have kids with special needs https://www.abilityconnectioncolorado.org/
- Wishers and Dreamers provides hospital gowns for teddys, lovies, and dolls. The gown provides comfort, encouragement, and is also used as a teaching tool. A lovie or dolly can be a child’s only connection and best friend for comfort during hospital stays. You can request a gown for FREE or visit their website to learn how to volunteer your time. http://www.wishersanddreamers.com/
- HOW TO VIDEOS
INCLUSIVE PLAYGROUNDS
- Red Tailed Hawk Park
- 23701 E Hinsdale Way, Aurora
- LuBirds Light Playground at Stanley Marketplace
- 2501 Dallas St., Aurora CO. 80010
- Westminster Sensory Park
- 10376 Wadsworth Blvd., Westminster * a note on this one- No bathrooms!!
- EB Rains Jr Memorial Park
- 11701 Community Center Dr., Northglenn
- Clement Park
- 7306 W Bowles Ave, Littleton
- Piney Creek Hollow Park
- 6140 S. Tower Rd. Aurora CO
HEALTH FIRST COLORADO LINKS
Health First Colorado is Colorado’s Medicaid program. There are many waivers, programs and services depending on ones needs. Specific to children- there are 4 waivers which do not include mental health (separate benefits). A case management company can help you apply. Places like A Rise Above, Imagine Colorado or All 4 Kids are a few. They will help you apply, and then assist in compliance with the needs- depending on your type of services and waiver. You will check in with your case manager monthly and they can assist with medical bills and coverage.
- Types of waivers
- How to choose the waiver that right for you
Somewhere In Between 