• Appealing to the senses

    Ever feel like life is just overwhelming? Or like you need to relax and focus? Many kids who have autism or other sensory issues feel like that – and then some – all the time. Mercy Behavioral Health, in collaboration with Variety, has opened a therapy room that caters to those sensory needs. The Mercy Snoezelen® Room, funded by a four-year, $65,000 grant from Variety, …

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    February 21, 2012

    Partner Agencies, Variety Kids, Therapy

  • It's Teen Time

    Teen Time … when disability doesn’t matter, and you can just have fun being a teenager. Variety’s newest program will get teens of all abilities together for dynamic activities once a month, providing a time for them to hang out with friends, try new things and have a great time in a safe, accessible environment. First up: Bowling! Come on out to Brunswick Zone in …

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    February 17, 2012

    Variety Programs, Teen Time, Teen Variety

  • New equipment program has a calming effect

    At Variety, we’re all about fulfilling the needs of local kids with all types of disabilities. We keep a finger on the pulse of the community, staying in tune with the needs of these kids and their families, whether they require the latest technological piece of equipment or a small but vital item that insurance simply won’t cover. This month, we’re rolling out a new …

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    February 15, 2012

    Variety Kids, Special Equipment