www.welcomehomesa.com Kinetic Kids Celebrates 15 – Year Anniversary On October 22, Kinetic Kids celebrated 15 years of providing sports and recreational programs to children and teens with special needs. The celebration took place on the baseball fields at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio (UTHSCSA) where Kinetic Kids all began. Baseball … Read more
Hill Country Weekly By Joni Simon, Contributing Writer Despite the record drought and temperatures reaching triple digits, Natalie Weiblen-Henry says the Outdoor Explorers Program at Joshua Lake this summer was a colossal success for families with special needs. Over 25 children participated in a smorgasbord of events, including canoe, rides, pier fishing, Shooting at the targets … Read more
Competitive wheelchair basketball team is set to begin its season. by Amanda Reimherr, SA Express-News staff writer They shoot, pass arid dribble down the court all while moving and Maneuvering their wheelchairs. The first competitive wheelchair basketball team offered by Kinetic Kids for youngsters ages 8-18 will begin its season next Tuesday. Kinetic Kids … Read more
Promoting Playtime: Kinetic Kids offers recreational choices for disabled children. By Amanda Reimherr, SA Express-News staff writer Tracey Fontenot and Kacey Wernli understand how important play is in the lives of children especially those with disabilities. The two physical therapists founded the nonprofit group Kinetic Kids, which offers children 18 months to 18 years … Read more
by Rachel Friedrich, Kids Sports “I don’t care if she learns any dance or not, “ said one mother of a 7-year-old special needs. “ it’s enough for me that she is able to put on a leotard and tell her sisters she’s going to dance class.” That’s what Kinetic Kids, a nonprofit organization offering sports … Read more