On May 17th, 2018, we held an autism awareness walk in Bo, Sierra Leone. We walked from Shell Mingo to Bo Kenema Highway, where the school is located. It was a big success! It was amazing to see so many members of the community come out and show their support.
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May 14th, 2018
Our first day program for individuals with autism and other special needs, opened in Bo, Sierra Leone on May 14th, 2018. The students range in age from 7 to 19 years old. Junior and I returned to the United States from Sierra Leone yesterday. We opened a day program for individuals with developmental disorders andContinue reading “May 14th, 2018”
Junior’s Place of Hope
It’s Official!
We had a visit from the Ministry of Social Welfare, and we met all the criteria for certification. Junior’s Place of Hope at your service. 😀
First Day of Junior’s Place of Hope!! 🙌
Pics and post to follow. 😊😊😊
JPOH Sierra Leone
Hello! We’re definitely overdue for an update. I’ve been in Sierra Leone for about a month now and I’m so pleased with the way things are moving along. We were fortunate to take part in the Kick Stigma Out of Autism event last month, which was a collaboration with the Sierra Leone Autistic Society andContinue reading “JPOH Sierra Leone”
Junior in Freetown Sierra Leone
Junior loves to travel to Freetown where he can have long rides into the city and go shopping. He also love to relax at home.
Autism Awareness Day April 2
In support of Junior, and all those with autism, our family here in the United States and Sierra Leone, are wearing blue to bring awareness to autism. 🙌
World Autism Awareness Day April 2
As a mom with a son with autism, I would like to thank all those around the globe, who are working tirelessly to bring awareness and support to individuals with autism.
Go Fund Me Page
Great news! Our Go Fund Me page has gone live! We are raising funds for the construction of a permanent day program facility in Sierra Leone. This will be a great help for adults with autism and other disabilities. https://www.gofundme.com/day-program-for-autism-disability