The December Family Advocacy Series will feature three Nebraska State Senators
OMAHA – The COVID-19 pandemic has brought unprecedented challenges for Nebraska parents, families, and educators of children with special needs. For 30 years, CRCC has served children with medically fragile conditions, developmental delays, and other physical challenges. The organization has developed the Family Advocacy Series, which allows these families and the public to interact with a variety of experts in early childhood development and education via monthly, one-hour virtual sessions.
“Families of children with special needs face unique challenges related to care, finances, and advocacy,” said Anne Constantino, CRCC CEO. “COVID-19 has compounded their struggles, and the CRCC advocacy series will help educate and empower families, caregivers, and educators to better care for children.
On Thursday, Dec. 10, the CRCC Family Advocacy Series will feature a discussion with three members of the Nebraska Legislature; Senator Machaela Cavanaugh, District 6, Senator Wendy DeBoer, District 10, and Senator Brett Lindstrom, District 18.
The discussion will focus on the Home and Community-Based Services Waiver, which has provided flexibility to families of where and how key special needs services can be delivered. Senators will also discuss how to best contact and interact with public officials. The event will be moderated by CRCC CEO Anne Constantino, and participants will have an opportunity to share their thoughts and ask questions.
The December Family Advocacy Series will take place on Thursday, Dec. 10, from 7-8 p.m. via Zoom and is open to all.
Interested participants can register for the event here.
ABOUT CRCC: CRCC provides excellent care to children with special needs and their neighborhood friends. Licensed nurses, therapists, teachers, and associates combine compassion, experience, and expertise to provide services and support for children and their families from birth to age 21. Through day, weekend, and summer programs, children of diverse abilities have the opportunity to grow together, develop life-long skills, and reach their fullest potential.
