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Modular Playgrounds Help Kids in Refugee Camps Play and Heal

Nonprofit creates healing playgrounds that refugee children help build themselves, bringing play and community to kids who need it most.

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Texas Playground Sign Teaches Kids Sign Language

Learn how playground signs teaching sign language help hearing and deaf kids play together, building stronger communities for all Houston families.

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PBS Kids Show Features First Autistic Main Character

Carl the Collector makes history as PBS Kids' first show with an autistic lead character and wins Emmy award.

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Folkloric Dance for Kids (Ages 8-17) **Members Only

Members-only folkloric dance for kids ages 8–17 at BakerRipley Pasadena Campus, June 23, 10:30–11:30 a.m.

BakerRipley

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Weekend Retreats for Parents of Kids with Down Syndrome

DSDN weekend retreats for parents of kids with Down syndrome — Mom retreat in Arizona, Dad retreat in Minnesota in 2026.

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Rockin' Dad Retreat for Dads of Kids with Down Syndrome

Annual weekend retreat for dads of children with Down syndrome — July 10–11, 2026, in Minneapolis, MN.

Dsdn

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Rockin' Mom Retreat for Moms of Kids with Down Syndrome

A weekend retreat for moms of children with Down syndrome, hosted by DSDN in Phoenix, AZ, September 24–26, 2026.

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Kids' Health Care at HOPE Clinic

HOPE Clinic gives kids wellness visits, shots, and treatment for sick days and long-term health needs.

HOPE Clinic

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Free Health Care for Kids

Free doctor and dental visits for Houston kids—no insurance needed.

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Harris County Partners with Houston Food Bank for Kids Cafe Program

Harris County renewed its partnership with Houston Food Bank to provide free after-school meals and programming for children across our community.

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Free Meals for Kids at Harris County Community Centers

Harris County partnered with Houston Food Bank to serve free meals to kids at Precinct 4 community centers through the Kids Café Program.

Harris County Commissioners Court

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Q&A About Down Syndrome for Kids

Answers common kids' questions about Down syndrome, covering what it is, school, friendships, hobbies, and feelings.

National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS)

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Pediatric Care for Kids at Legacy Community Health

Pediatric care for children 0–24 at clinics across Greater Houston, including walk-in, telehealth, and school-based services.

Legacy Community Health

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Texas Children's Pediatrics – Kids' Doctor Offices Near You

Board-certified pediatricians at locations across Houston and Texas, backed by Texas Children's Hospital.

Texas Children's Pediatrics

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Dallas Barber Creates Calm Haircuts for Autistic Kids

Specialized barbershops use quiet tools and patient techniques to give stress-free haircuts to children with autism and sensory needs.

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