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Pageant Inspires Confidence

September 4th, 2014

At the Miss You Can Do It pageant, contestants get more than a day of glamour. The theme of the pageant is a “can do” attitude. Contestants participate to their fullest ability and feel great…

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I Can Bike

April 10th, 2014


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Children learn how to ride a traditional two-wheel bicycle. Many children who haven’t been able to ride a bike in the past have completed this program. In fact, 80% of participants successfully complete the program….

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Artist Inspires Audience

March 17th, 2014

Audiences are impressed with the “Chalk Guy’s” work, but they are inspired by his words. Specialized Care for Children sponsored artist and inspirational speaker Ben Glenn at the Kankakee Transition Fair on Thursday, March 13,…

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Delivering a Tricycle

February 21st, 2014

There’s fun and freedom that comes with riding your own bike. That’s the feeling that AMBUCS wanted to deliver to a local family. AMBUCS is a non-profit service organization dedicated to creating mobility and independence…

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CEFS Head Start Program

February 21st, 2014

Head Start programs prepare children for kindergarten. It’s a free, education program available to pregnant women and children ages 0-5, including those with significant or multiple special needs. Certified teachers plan hands-on lessons with developmentally…

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Special Production of Broadway Musical in McClean County

February 11th, 2014


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Children put on a junior production of well-known Broadway musicals. The Penguin Project brings together children with special needs and peer mentors to recreate well-known plays. The roles are cast to children with developmental, intellectual,…

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Penpals featured on Angels Among Us

February 6th, 2014

What do an 11 year old and a US Senator have in common? Both are stroke survivors. As part of his therapy, 11 year old Jackson was asked to write a letter. He chose to…

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