The Apraxia Connection is so excited to be hosting the 8th Annual Walk for Children with Apraxia! This fun filled family event is a favorite for many reasons. Not only do we raise awareness about apraxia of speech, we are also able to celebrate the children who work so hard to tell us what is on their mind. All proceeds will benefit local families affected by apraxia and related disorders through The Apraxia Connection and also fund research and education programs through CASANA, the national organization focusing specifically on apraxia of speech.
Register for our family friendly one mile walk around Ty Warner Park in Westmont. Registration begins at 9 a.m. in the pavilion near Plaza and Burr Oak Drive and the walk starts there at 10. Immediately following the walk there will be games and entertainment by Strictly Music Chicago, prizes for all ages and networking with parents and therapists affected by apraxia and related disorders. This year we will be recognizing all children with apraxia of speech. Please be sure to park in designated parking spaces – there is another parking lot near Blackhawk Drive and Plaza Drive. Also, please come dressed for the weather as we plan to walk in rain or shine. Note, no pets allowed.
All proceeds from the walk will benefit local, regional, and national apraxia programs and research for the national organization CASANA and the local nonprofit The Apraxia Connection.
About The Apraxia Connection
The Apraxia Connection is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization incorporated in La Grange Park, IL dedicated to providing local resources to parents, educators and therapists affected by apraxia and related disorders. Connect with us at www.theapraxiaconnnection.org
About The Childhood Apraxia of Speech Association of North America (CASANA)
CASANA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based in Pittsburgh, PA dedicated to improving the system of support in the lives of children with apraxia of speech so that each child is afforded their best opportunity to develop speech and full communication. Learn more about CASANA and apraxia at www.apraxia-kids.org"
Please note: The deadline to register and be guaranteed an official walk t-shirt in your size is TBD.
IMPORTANT - Did you register a child with apraxia of speech? If so, please e-mail the following: child's first and last name, child's age, and your Walk name to Justin LeWinter at justinl@apraxia-kids.org. We have a special gift to present to each child on the day of the Walk and want to make sure we have enough! Thanks!
For more information contact Walk Coordinators:
Barbara Matt and Michele Kowalski email: info@theapraxiaconnection.org
Sponsor Opportunities:
e-mail:fundraising@theapraxiaconnection.org
Volunteer & General Questions:
e-mail:info@theapraxiaconnection.org
