Family Connections
Family Connections is a program that gives families opportunities to build their network of support through our family-friendly events, activities, and newsletters.
Connections with families who have similar, shared experiences.
Connections for kids and adults with disabilities through activities provided at each event.
Connections to your community by exploring inclusive sites in Knox County.
Connections to resources available to you and your family.
Family Connections Programs
Programs hosted by Knox DD.
FAMILY GatheringS
Monthly events for families to connect and to explore local, inclusive organizations
adventure walks
Join us to explore the accessible green spaces in Knox County! All walks are 1 mile or less and highlight paths that are accessible for most mobility devices.
Sibshops
Fun, games and connection for siblings of children with disabilities. A place to meet each other, have fun, and share about their unique experience as a sib.
Age Groups: 5-7years and 8-13 years
To see upcoming Knox DD Family Connection Events, please visit our Calendar Page
or contact Talisha Beha, Integration and Family Engagement Coordinator at tbeha@knoxdd.com or 330-390-5175
Community Programs
Programs hosted by community organizations.
MVNU Better Together
A student-led program with fun games, crafts, and activities for kids with disabilities and their siblings in Kindergarten - 5th Grade.
MVNU Better Together Flier
Coffee Tea Autism & More
A parent-lead group supported by the Autism Society of Central Ohio. An informal group for discussion and information sharing among anyone impacted by autism.
Buddy Break
Saturday respite program organized by Cornerstone Community Church. Families need to register before they can attend.
Unstoppables Youth Sports
The Unstoppables league provides opportunities for children with special needs to participate in sports with their typical peers. Goal is to facilitate inclusion, acceptance and barrier free participation with their typical peers.
Knox County Special Olympics
Year-round sports training and competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.
Stay Connected
Stay connected to events and resources.
Family Connections Newsletter & Updates
The Family Connections Newsletter and Update emails highlight local, state, and online resources for families and Family Connection Program events and updates.
Knox DD Learning Library
Catalog of virtual webinars hosted by Knox DD on many topics including waivers, sensory needs, school supports, puberty, technology, and more!
Know Your Knox
A monthly newsletter listing local events and activities available in Knox County