Page 58 - South Mississippi Living - April, 2024

story by Kimberly C. Rasmussen
photos courtesy of Institute for Disability Studies and Maureen Neumann
The summer is fast approaching and with it brings all the sunshine, all the outdoor activities, and all of the fun! The Mississippi Gulf Coast offers so many incredible ways to show our kids a good time, from setting sail at summer camp to arts and crafts at your favorite museum or just relaxing on the beach with friends and family. It’s important
to remember that these activities are such a vital part of growth and development, but it’s also imperative to remember that every child on the Coast should have the opportunities to partake in and be exposed to all the fun in the sun.
For our friends born with special health needs or diagnosed with learning and/or developmental disabilities, it’s just as crucial that they have options to grow, learn and develop, all while having a great time with their friends. The Gulf Coast offers a number of outlets and events for our friends who need an extra hand to get out, play and just be kids. Check out just a few of the following!
Jacob Neumann.
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