SOAR Special Needs Ministry at Grace Church

SOAR offers respite to families with special needs on a bi-monthly basis, bi-monthly Family Support Group meetings, and buddies to individuals with special needs as needed for our weekend services. All programs are FREE of charge and are open to anyone in the community with need.

SOARly Needed R&R (Refuel and Refresh) - Respite night
• This is a bi-monthly respite program for parents who have children with special needs and their siblings. This program is offered bi-monthly from 6-9 p.m. on a Friday night. Parents can enjoy a break while leaving their children in the lovingly care of responsible volunteers. We know that every parent needs an occasional break from the 24-hour, 7-day-a-week care of their special needs child. This allows the parents or care givers a chance to go out, shop, or just relax, enjoying some much needed time to themselves. During this time, the children will enjoy crafts, movies, games, and other fun and awesome activities. This program is FREE and is open to anyone who has a need. Dinner will be provided to all children at no charge (pepperoni or cheese pizza). Children with food allergies and special diets are welcome to bring their own food items. Our volunteers will love your child and families in a safe and secure environment. Our staff of volunteers will include medical doctors, registered nurses, physical therapists, special-ed teachers, assistants/aides and many more loving supporters for your family. All volunteers have been thoroughly screened with background checks.
• This program is also opened to siblings (birth-8th grade). All parents of a special needs child know that the siblings of that child do not have a “normal” life, and may miss out on some special events because of the greater need of the sibling. We provide opportunities for kids to connect with their peers and share their unique journey in a safe and secure environment. This evening we will also focus on making a special evening for the sibling which will be fun, exciting, and a night that they can do “normal” things.
• Registration is required for this program and space is limited.