Connections for Special Parents

05/06/2026

Today, the CSP family is heartbroken beyond words.

Our beloved Executive Director, Christena, suffered the unimaginable loss of her daughter in a tragic car accident on Monday. As a community, we are grieving alongside her and holding her family close in our hearts during this devastating time.

There are no words that truly make sense in moments like this. We simply ask for prayers, love, strength, and privacy for the family as they navigate an unimaginable loss.

To everyone who has reached out, supported, loved, and stood beside our CSP family — thank you. Please continue to lift them up in the days and weeks ahead.

Hug your loved ones a little tighter today. Life can change in an instant.

With heavy hearts,
CSP Family

05/05/2026

🍎💙 Teacher Appreciation Week 💙🍎

Today, all of us at CSP want to take a moment to recognize and thank the incredible special education teachers who pour their hearts into our children every single day.

Your patience, creativity, and dedication do not go unnoticed. You meet each child where they are, celebrate every victory (big and small), and create safe spaces where our kids can learn, grow, and truly shine.

You are advocates, encouragers, problem-solvers, and difference-makers. The impact you have reaches far beyond the classroom—into families, futures, and lives.

We see you. We appreciate you. And we are so thankful for you.

💙 Drop a comment and shout out a special education teacher who has made a difference in your child’s life!

05/01/2026

✨ Congratulations to our May Member of the Month, Connections for Special Parents! Our May category is Nonprofits & Community Support, and we’re proud to recognize CSP for the incredible impact they make in the lives of families across our community.

All voters had the opportunity to share why this organization deserves to be recognized—and one response truly says it all:

“The love that this organization pours into its community is astounding! CSP is an amazing resource for our special needs families. It gives parents and caregivers a chance to build bonds with others who are truly walking in their shoes, while also creating opportunities for individuals with special needs to connect and participate in the community. Franklin County is truly blessed to have such an incredible resource for families who can often feel isolated.”

Through events, camps, and respite weekends, CSP creates meaningful opportunities for connection, support, and belonging for families who need it most.

We’re also excited to share that CSP will be the featured nonprofit supported by JeepFest this August—be on the lookout for ways you can get involved and support their mission along with us!

We’re proud to celebrate CSP for the compassion, connection, and care they bring to Franklin County every day. 💚

04/30/2026

Still soaking in what an incredible night we had “Kickin’ It Under the Stars” ✨

We are beyond grateful for every single person who came out, supported, donated, volunteered, and celebrated with us. It truly takes a village, and this community continues to show up in the most meaningful ways. Because of you, we’re able to keep making a difference for our families at Connections for Special Parents ❤️

We shared some of our favorite moments, but you can view all the beautiful photos from the night just message us for the full link and password if you attended!

Thank you again for a wonderful night under the stars—we couldn’t do this without you 💫
Rachel Howington Photography

04/29/2026

04/29/2026

We have two spaces available!

Who: CSP of NE GA Where: Mt. Airy, GA When: July 10-13, 2026 Guests: 7 private rooms with private & shared baths Cost: $140 per guest, additional donations appreciated Included: 3 nights lodging

04/28/2026

We’re getting ready for an amazing summer at CSP Summer Connections Day Camp! 💙

Our program supports individuals with special needs through life skills, creativity, and community — and we need your help to make it happen.

If you’d like to support our campers, we’ve created an Amazon Wish List with items that go directly into daily activities.

Every item—big or small—makes a real difference. Thank you for helping us create a meaningful and inclusive summer!

👉https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/GWQ9E8LAM5MB?ref_=wl_share

04/28/2026

We need your help to make CSP Summer Connections Day Camp a success! 🌟

We’ve put together a Walmart Wish List with supplies our campers will use every single day—art materials, sensory items, and activity supplies.

If you’re able to give, we are truly grateful. Your support goes directly to creating a safe, fun, and engaging experience for individuals with special needs.

👉 https://www.walmart.com/registry/TR/b7d3cc7c-38e3-4a5c-b732-ae2838869647

04/28/2026

Before you throw it away, we may need it!”
CSP SUMMER CAMP
♻️ HOUSEHOLD + RECYCLED MATERIAL COLLECTION LIST
🧻 PAPER & CARDBOARD ITEMS
Great for art, STEM builds, and sensory projects
Paper towel rolls
Toilet paper rolls
Cereal boxes
Tissue boxes
Shoe boxes
Cardboard (all sizes)
Egg cartons (cardboard only)
Old magazines
Newspapers
Junk mail
🧴 PLASTIC ITEMS
Perfect for sensory bins, building, and sorting
Plastic bottles (all sizes, cleaned)
Bottle caps & lids
Yogurt cups
Butter tubs / food containers
Plastic cups
Straws
Squeeze bottles
🥫 METAL (LIMITED USE – SAFE ONLY)
Clean aluminum cans (edges taped if sharp)
Pie tins
🧵 FABRIC & TEXTILES
Great for sensory play and collage
Fabric scraps
Old t-shirts
Felt pieces
Socks (clean, unmatched OK)
Ribbon
Yarn
🧩 CRAFT LEFTOVERS
Buttons
Beads
Stickers
Foam shapes
Popsicle sticks
Pipe cleaners
🧃 UNIQUE / HIGH-VALUE ITEMS
These are AMAZING for creative projects
Corks
Paper bags
Old calendars
Small boxes (gift boxes, packaging)
Bubble wrap
Packing peanuts (limited use)
Old CDs/DVDs
🌿 NATURE ITEMS (OPTIONAL)
Leaves
Small sticks
Pinecones
Flowers (real or artificial)
We DO NOT want:
Dirty or unwashed items
Sharp objects (unless approved/prepped)
Glass
Broken items
Anything with strong odors

Camp location: The Old Royston Elementary School

You can drop these off at the CSP Location @ 613 Cook Street, Royston

👉 “We turn everyday items into meaningful activities that build skills, creativity, and confidence.”
That connects donations to impact.