Variety KC Blog
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Meet the Kids – Angela!
Angela was born with Phelan McDermid syndrome, a rare genetic disorder (micro-deletion of 22nd chromosome), that results in significant cognitive impairment...
Meet the Kids – Harper!
Harper is a nine year old with complex medical history including 28 week prematurity twin gestation, bilateral grade 4 IVH, spastic quadriplegic cerebral...
Meet the Kids – Porter!
Porter and his sister Lennon both have been diagnosed with level 3 autism. Porter also has a diagnosis of ADHD. Whenever the family goes out, Porter will run...
Meet the Kids – Preston
"Preston is a twin 7 year-old-boy who loves Sonic and Mario Brothers. He is the silliest and most artistic child I've ever known. When we are out running...
Variety KC Celebrates Inclusion at the NFL Draft
As Kansas City hosts the NFL Draft in April, Variety KC is proud of the inclusive elements added to this year’s event. Sensory Kits available for...
Meet the Kids – Anaelle!
Anaelle is smart and funny. When she was young, there were no concerns about her speech or communication because she was talking until she turned two. ...
Meet the Kids – Aiden!
Aiden has always been a very bright and sweet little boy. His parents noticed his speech delay was more and more evident with time. Today, at nearly three...
Meet the Kids – Arthur!
Arthur's mom Bess shared this regarding his disability, "Art has a rare (so far four kiddos in the world have this) genetic mutation. He is our medical...
NKC School District Adds Adaptive Bikes and Equipment for PE Classes
Recently, Variety KC offered school districts financial grants to boost inclusion in their Physical Education classes. The North Kansas City School District...
Variety KC’s Inclusive Splashpad at Lathrop’s Inclusive Playground
Lathrop, Missouri, held a grand opening of their inclusive playground recently and Variety KC congratulates them on this amazing accomplishment benefitting...
Meet the Kids – Austin
Diagnosed with Cornelia de Lange syndrome, Austin has significant developmental and intellectual delays and requires regular supervision. Austin is unable to...
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...
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