Kinera Foundation

02/24/2026

Join us for the Kinera Connect Parent Meeting tomorrow, February 25, 6:30pm and gain information about the Maryland ABLE Account. Connect with us and we'll send you the Zoom link: julie@kinera.org.

02/24/2026

🧡Did You Know We Have More Than 5 Senses? 💚

Most children learn about sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell. But there’s another powerful sense we rarely talk about…

Proprioception — our body awareness sense.

It’s what helps us:
💚Sit upright in a chair
💚Hold a pencil correctly
💚Walk downstairs safely
💚Know how hard to throw a ball
💚Avoid bumping into people
💚Use just the right amount of pressure

When this sense isn’t working well, a child may feel:
🧡Clumsy
🧡Frustrated
🧡Tired from “figuring out” movements
🧡 Even fearful (imagine not being sure where your feet are on the stairs!)

Proprioception can be strengthened through fun, simple activities at home!

-Carry groceries or laundry (heavy work = great input!)
-Play “mountain climber” with a backpack filled with rice or beans
-Make a cozy “cushion sandwich” with gentle pressure
-Hang and swing from a bar
-Practice letters in clay for extra feedback
-Gentle firm massage for calming or focus (Did you know that Kinera Foundation has a massage therapist on staff?!)

These push, pull, jump, and deep-pressure activities can be incredibly organizing and calming for children.

🧡 If your child seems to struggle with coordination, body awareness, or motor skills, an occupational therapist trained in sensory integration can help guide you. 💚

At Kinera Foundation, we believe understanding sensory needs is the first step toward empowering children to thrive.

02/18/2026

Now Hiring: Office Coordinator
🧡 Kinera Foundation
💚 Apply at: www.kinera.org/joinourteam

Kinera Foundation is looking for a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented Office Coordinator to join our growing team. If you are passionate about making an impact and thrive in a dynamic, mission-driven environment, we’d love to hear from you!

About Kinera Foundation

Kinera Foundation is a nonprofit outpatient clinic offering PT, OT. Speech, and massage therapy services. Our team is driven by purpose, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence.

Position Overview

The Office Coordinator will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the organization. This individual will support administrative functions, coordinate internal processes, and help create an efficient and positive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Manage daily scheduling and administrative tasks

Coordinate meetings, schedules, and internal communications

Maintain records, documentation, and office systems

Support leadership and program teams with administrative needs

Assist with vendor coordination and office supplies management

Help organize events, workshops, and team activities

Qualifications

Strong organizational and multitasking skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to work independently and as part of a team - teamwork is key!

Prior administrative or coordination experience preferred

Passion for nonprofit or social impact work is a plus

Why Join Kinera Foundation?

Be part of a mission-driven organization creating real impact

Collaborative and supportive work environment

Opportunities for professional growth and development

If you’re ready to contribute to meaningful work and help drive operational excellence, we encourage you to apply.

💚🧡 Apply now at: www.kinera.org/joinourteam 🧡💚

02/14/2026

❤️A small heart can make a big difference!

Support Kinera Foundation, a local nonprofit in Queen Anne's County, with a custom red wooden heart, stenciled with the name of your choice.

❤️All hearts will be displayed during the month of February at Cult Classic Brewery, and 100% of proceeds support Kinera's therapy clinic, providing therapy for children with disabilities, special healthcare needs, and developmental delays.

❤️Pricing:
❤️ 12” heart – $40 | 2 for $70
❤️ 16” heart – $50 | 2 for $90
Customize with your family's name, business, loved one, child, best friend or pet.

Use the QR code on the image or visit our website to order your heart online: https://www.kinera.org/events

❤️Thank you to the following partners & sponsors:
Ace Hardware – Kent Island
Calligraphy by Katie
Cult Classic Brewery
KRM Development Corporation

02/13/2026

https://www.kinera.org/trunkortreat (This says Trunk or Treat, but it is our event page for all events. It now hosts our Feb fundraiser!)

Happy Valentine's Day from our Kinera family to yours! Our therapy team would like to purchase some new items for our kids to use in therapy sessions, and we want to support them. 100% of the funds from this fundraiser will go towards new items for therapy! If you would like to purchase a heart for our February fundraiser, please use the link above. We appreciate and adore this community and all the families we serve! 🧡💕💚

02/12/2026

💚🧡 This sweatshirt says it all. 🧡💚

Love. Inclusion. Belonging. Kindness.

This Valentine’s Day, we’re reminded that the most powerful message is making sure every child feels seen, valued, and loved—exactly as they are. At Kinera Foundation, inclusion is always in style!!

02/10/2026

Hello! Please like the Preston Cares page and check out their post about National Random Acts of Kindness Day. They are asking for nominations for your favorite nonprofit. The winning nonprofit will receive a donation! Please help us receive the most nominations. Just make a comment on Preston Cares' original post to nominate Kinera Foundation. Thank you! 💚🧡

National Random Acts of Kindness Day is almost here!

Let’s come together to support the organizations that make our community stronger. 🫶 Nominate your favorite local non-profit for a chance for them to receive a donation.

How it works:
➡️ Comment with a local non-profit you love

What’s up for grabs:
💰 $1,000 donation to one organization
💰 $250 donations to three additional nominees

Your nomination could help make a big impact. Let’s spread a little kindness together!

02/10/2026

💚❤️ It's Valentine's Day Spirit Week at Kinera!! ❤️🧡

02/09/2026

❤️ Heart Fundraiser ❤️
Support Kinera Foundation, a local nonprofit in Queen Anne's County, with a custom red wooden heart, stenciled with the name of your choice.

❤️All hearts will be displayed during the month of February at Cult Classic Brewery, and 100% of proceeds support Kinera's therapy clinic, providing therapy for children with disabilities, special healthcare needs, and developmental delays.

❤️Pricing:
❤️ 12” heart – $40 | 2 for $70
❤️ 16” heart – $50 | 2 for $90
Customize with your family's name, business, loved one, child, best friend or pet ❤️

❤️A small heart can make a big difference!❤️

Visit our website to order and pay for your hearts online: https://www.kinera.org/events

To pay with a check, please mail to: Kinera Foundation, 115 Sallitt Dr., Ste. C, Stevensville, MD 21666.

Questions? Email or call us: julie@kinera.org or 443-249-3126.

❤️A small heart can make a big difference in the lives of local children in our community!

❤️Thank you to the following partners & sponsors:
Ace Hardware – Kent Island
Calligraphy by Katie
Cult Classic Brewery
KRM Development Corporation

02/05/2026

🎉 Celebrating Jenn! 🎉

We are thrilled to celebrate Jenn’s promotion to Lead Clinical Coordinator at Kinera Foundation! Jenn is truly a rare gem — someone whose kindness, generosity, and willingness to help go far beyond what’s expected. She consistently shows up for her colleagues and the individuals we serve with compassion, dedication, and grace.

This promotion is so well deserved, and we’re incredibly grateful for the leadership, heart, and excellence Jenn brings to Kinera every day. Congratulations, Jenn!


We are forever grateful for sending this awesome lady our way! 💚🧡