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Best Buddies Launches Eunie’s Buddies: A Lifeline for Families with Children with Special Needs

Best Buddies Launches Eunie’s Buddies: A Lifeline for Families with Children with Special Needs

Best Buddies Launches Eunie’s Buddies: A Lifeline for Families with Children with Special Needs

Jul 30, 2024 | News, News Front Page, News Sidebar |
Two women sit on the grass, engaged in a pleasant conversation, with a young girl with Down syndrome sitting between them, playing with a blue toy. They are enjoying a serene moment outdoors, surrounded by lush greenery.

When a family receives the earth-shattering news that their child has an intellectual or developmental disability, the whirlwind of emotions can feel devastating. In the span of a few minutes, dreams shatter while questions and fears multiply rapidly. An experience that was supposed to be filled with joy and anticipation pivots sharply to confusion and grief.

But what if amid that swirling chaos, a fellow parent who had walked this path showed up simply to listen and say, “Me too – you are not alone”?

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