Bike Camp
ChildServe’s bike camp gives kids, teens and young adults of all abilities the opportunity to grip the handlebars, feel the wind in their hair and ride alongside their friends and families… often for the very first time!
16 Ways to Help the Caregiver of a Child with Special Needs
Whether parents have just received a new diagnosis for their child, or their child is recovering after a traumatic accident or major surgery, emotions and stress can run high, and these day-to-day mental and physical battles do not stop after the first year.
Everyone could use help, and even the smallest gift of time or support can go a long way. Check out the 16 ways ChildServe’s Family Advisory Council suggests to help a parent or caregiver of a child with special needs.
Woodland Field Day 2023 Recap
ChildServe – Woodland hosted its second annual field day and it was a big success! Team members, families, volunteers, kids and teens turned out for an afternoon of fun. The event was packed with activities including ambulance tours, an ice cream truck and ponies.
Inclusive Activities in Iowa: Ames, Des Moines, Iowa City
Looking for inclusive and adaptive activities in Iowa? Explore your community with activities you can do with your whole family. Check out these spots in Iowa where everyone has access to the fun.
Dealing with Grief | Parents of Children with Special Healthcare Needs
For parents of a child with special healthcare needs, grief often comes in waves. In this article, ChildServe mom Joy Harris shares her personal perspective.
7 Ways to Support Siblings of Children with Special Healthcare Needs
Siblings of a child with special healthcare needs are often the longest-lasting relationships in this child’s life and many will become their sibling’s caregiver at some point. Starting from a very young age, they have many of the same concerns that their parents have about their sibling. So, how can caregivers support the siblings of their child with special healthcare needs?
Spanish Speaking Support Group Makes an Impact
Thanks to a Community Transformation Grant from Amerigroup, ChildServe launched Conscious Caregiving: a Spanish Speaking Family Support Group. See how the group helps families like Dolores, Daniela and Carolina live a great life.
How to Make Your Event Sensory-Friendly
Looking for tips to make your event welcoming for individuals with autism or sensory processing disorders? Whether you’re a parent, a classroom teacher, or an event coordinator, ChildServe’s team has helpful tips to consider as you look to make your event or space more inclusive.
Hello from the CEO: Welcome 2023!
Kick off 2023 with a few words from ChildServe CEO, Dr. Teri Wahlig, as she shares an inside look at ChildServe’s goals for the new year!
What’s It Like To Live in a Group Home?
No two days in a ChildServe Group Home are the same. Here is a glimpse at a few of the great life moments that happen each and every day.
A Day in the Life: The Dogs of ChildServe
No matter our age or abilities, dogs help us live great lives. Take a walk with us as we learn how the dogs at ChildServe help the kids and young adults they serve live great lives.
ChildServe’s Pediatric Rehabilitation Unit
ChildServe’s new pediatric rehabilitation unit is the only freestanding, comprehensive pediatric inpatient rehabilitation program for children and young adults in the state of Iowa. The 14-bed unit features a six-bed nursery and eight private rooms. Check out this inside look at the new unit and it’s unique features!
Woodland Field Day 2022 Recap
ChildServe at Woodland hosted its first field day ever and it was a big success! Team members, families, volunteers, kids and teens turned out for an afternoon of fun. The event was packed with fun including ambulance tours, an ice cream truck and ponies.
ChildServe at the Iowa State Fair
ChildServe partnered with the Iowa State Fair to sponsor the first-ever Sensory-Friendly Morning at the Fair.
It’s Time To Celebrate YOU, Mom!
Christina DeShaw, mom of three (two of whom were born with a rare heart condition), has an encouraging message for all the moms and mom-figures raising a child with special healthcare needs.
Meet Marie Porter, RN, BSN
From a CNA in high school to Long Term Care Manager, Marie Porter, RN, has been inspired by ChildServe’s mission for over 20 years.
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