Invitation to a Civic Forum
You're invited to take part in a civic forum sponsored by 4KIDsNEEDs to generate information to help write a new Guide,
"What to Expect When Your Child Has a Special Need: The First Year", for the parents of children with chronic conditions.
It will be held on Tuesday, January 26, 2010 from 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM. Go to our Events page to learn more and register.
The Civic Forum is presented by 4KIDsNEEDs in partnership with WHYY, Penn Civic Engagaement, Thomas Jefferson Hospital
University,School of Population Health. The Guide is sponsored by Keystone Mercy Health Plan, AmeriChoice, Health Partners,
Main Line Health and State Senator Daylin Leach.
Inspiration for our kids to manage their lives
4KIDsNEEDs is a foundation for children, and the families and caregivers of those children, living with a special need (chronic condition). Our focus is on creating a community responsive to improving quality of live through outreach, support networks, family activities and financial assistance in a safe and secure environment.
4KIDsNEEDs provides a framework
Millions of Children suffer from special need (chronic condition) and even though they may be very different needs, children and families dealing with any special need (chronic condition) have a lot in common. Learning to live with a chronic condition can be very challenging for a child, for the parents and for the siblings and friends. 4KIDsNEEDS provides a framework to bring the child and the family together with others in their communities.
