Diagnosed with Cornelia de Lange syndrome, Austin has significant developmental and intellectual delays and requires regular supervision. Austin is unable to...
Meet the Kids – Austin
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Meet the Kids – Anie
Anie was diagnosed with a rare and unnamed genetic deletion and duplication disorder. (Slow motility) Anje is a happy little girl who loves her life. She is...
Molly’s Sensory Room at KCI
Molly’s Sensory Room Molly used her warm smile and sparkling eyes to make others feel wanted and welcomed. This sensory room honors Molly’s friendly legacy by...
Thank you Caring Program
How Kansas City combines its giving to help Variety KC Kids! The Caring Program through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City offers their employees a...
Most Inclusive Airport Terminal in the World
“Pinch me - it’s really happening!” the new Variety KC Family Play Zonein the new airport terminal is just 5-6 months from completion. I remember...
Meet the Kids – Gaige!
Gaige has been diagnosed with 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, polymicrogyria with right sided hemiplegia, cystic right kidney, VPI, CHD, learning, speech and...
KCMO City Ordinance for Universal Changing Tables
Amending Chapter 18, Article II, Code of Ordinances, by repealing Section 18-40 entitled “Adoption of International Building Code (2018); amendments” and...
Meet the Kids – Benjamin
Ben is 12-years-old and despite a diagnosis of hearing loss and Down Syndrome, he is really just "one of the guys!" He loves spending time with his...
Meet the Kids – Gabriel
Meet Gabriel, a 4-year-old with an involved diagnosis: Generalized Muscle Weakness, Femoral Anteversion, Unsteady Gait, Global Development Delay, Autism,...
Meet the Kids – Kenny
Of course we said "yes" - Please read this letter from Kenny's mother: "My little boy's name is Kenny. He has autism spectrum disorder. He is a very happy,...
Meet The Kids – Phoenix
Phoenix is a bright, happy little boy who brings joy to all who meet him! Despite being very smart, and understanding most age-appropriate concepts, Phoenix...
Meet the Older Kids – Joseph
Joseph is diagnosed with Spina Bifida. His approach to health is to workout at Crossfit and stay as fit as possible. Working out gives him a sense of pride, a...