CRS Parent Connection

09/26/2025

Are you one of the 427 individuals who answered the Children’s Rehabilitation Service (CRS) Five-Year Needs Assessment Survey? Or did you participate in a focus group or listening session?

If so – THANK YOU!

Your voice matters, and it’s already making a difference for children and youth with special healthcare needs (CYSHCN) across Alabama.

Click here to find out what parents identified as top priorities.
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09/23/2025

Grace Klein Community is a faith-driven nonprofit in Birmingham, Alabama, focused on community and meeting needs locally and globally. They believe in sharing resources to foster relationships and bring restoration. GKC's core values include community, compassion, respect, teamwork, and resourcefulness. Their Community Outreach Hall provides practical help like school supplies, diapers, and more. Visit https://pulse.ly/9uqtzaxa5p for more info.

Grace Klein Community seeks to create authentic community by uniting diverse individuals, businesses, ministries, & churches to work together to meet local & global needs.

09/21/2025

Tuscaloosa Children’s Rehabilitation Service Parent Consultant Mekeia McAboy sees her new role as much more than a job. She said she considers the CRS staff like a family.

Mekeia, whose son Kameron was diagnosed with Mowat-Wilson Syndrome at age 3, said she understands the uncertainty parents of children with disabilities face and the supporting role CRS can play. She said she is excited to share her experiences with other families and learn more about their needs.

Read more about Mekeia and how she can help CRS parents in the Tuscaloosa area.

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09/19/2025

Are you the parent or caregiver of a child with special health care needs? This experience may qualify you to serve as a Parent Consultant, who provides information, training and support to other parents and caregivers like you.

CRS is in need of Parent Consultants in Birmingham and Selma.

Candidates should possess a valid driverʼs license and reliable transportation.
Travel is required including some overnight travel.
30 hours a week, flexible workday hours, and benefits.
Education beyond high school diploma is desired. Experience may substitute for advanced education.
Must possess strong communication skills, computer skills, and knowledge of systems of care and resources to support families.

If you are interested, email your resume to financedirector@eastersealsca.org.

09/19/2025

If you are in the River Region, don’t miss out on this great event! Montgomery Children’s Rehabilitation Service (CRS) will host Fall Fun for Everyone on Friday, Oct. 10, from 9 a.m. to noon! There will be games, food, and fun for our families in the 560 South Lawrence St. building.

09/18/2025

🍂🎃 Join us! It’s almost time for our annual Children’s Rehabilitation Service Huntsville Fall Festival! 🎉
Bring the family for an afternoon of fun, treats, and community connection — you won’t want to miss it! 🧡

09/11/2025

You asked and we listened! One of our incredible OTs, Sarah Beth has an informative and interactive workshop planned to kick off our parent workshop series! Follow the QR code or the link below to register.

https://forms.gle/9VDdh9AMJZEEgJJn9

09/08/2025

Join us for our Special Education Advocacy Training series! The September 25th session will provide a special education overview that includes the evaluation process and designing an IEP. The session begins at 9 a.m. and will run approximately two hours with a break. The speaker will be Alabama Parent Education Center (APEC) Outreach Coordinator Gian Carlo Carattini. To register, visit: https://rehabalabama.zoom.us/meeting/register/GdQh7JmLR2CrPavBq9gR1Q

09/05/2025

09/04/2025

Partners in Policymaking, 2025-2026
Partners in Policymaking (P**A) Applications are OPEN!
Partners in Policymaking Alabama (P**A/Partners) is a leadership training program designed for individuals with developmental disabilities (DD) and their family members. P**A believes that the most significant and lasting public policy decisions come from the efforts of those most affected by them. P**A is sponsored by the Alabama Developmental Disabilities Network (ADDN). ADAP is one member of the ADDN, along with Alabama Council on Developmental Disabilities (ACDD) and the Alabama University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service (UCEDD).



P**A graduates will be prepared to work with policymakers and will be empowered to be advocates for change. Upon completion of P**A, participants will have developed the knowledge and skills needed to be advocates for opportunities and supports that promote self-determination, independence, and integration in all aspects of community life for themselves and others.



If you'd like to apply for the 2025-2026 class of Partners in Policymaking, check out the application!​



The application deadline is September 12.

https://uab.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eRQyeFPFcq9kLzg?

09/03/2025

🎪JOIN US FOR THE 2ND ANNUAL Oct-SHOW-ber Fest 2025
A Special Needs Fall Festival Presented by SHOW Baldwin

- Saturday, October 4, 2025
- 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
- Loxley Municipal Park – N Hickory St, Loxley, AL 36551

We’re proud to invite individuals with special needs, disabilities, and their families to this sensory-friendly fall celebration made just for YOU!

This inclusive event is thoughtfully designed for our community, with:
*Carnival-style games
*Prizes for everyone
*Live entertainment
*Concessions
*Sensory play areas
*An enclosed playground for safety ... and so much more!

After an incredible turnout last year in Foley, we’ve moved to a larger, more central location in Baldwin County for easier access to our North Baldwin families. The park also provides more space to prevent crowding and long lines. Loxley also provides a fully enclosed playground for safety.

NOW SEEKING SPONSORS & VOLUNTEERS!
• Booth Sponsorships start at just $250
• Volunteers needed for setup, operation, and breakdown

Special thanks to the City of Loxley for helping make this event possible!

For more info, to sponsor, or to volunteer: Contact@ShowBaldwinInc.org

Let’s make this another magical day for Baldwin County’s most extraordinary families!