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Celebrating SKSF Staff, Families & G.O.A.T.s! Our staff and their families enjoyed a wonderful day together on August 16 at John Venezia Park! It was a great opportunity to spend time together outside of work, enjoy lots of delicious food, play games, and celebrate the amazing people who make our organization so special. A highlight of the day was recognizing several team members with our G.O.A.T. Awards — Greatest of All Time! These awards celebrate employees who have demonstrated incredible dedication and commitment over the years.![]()
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Congratulations to our G.O.A.T. Award recipients:![]()
Dionna Lanich – 13 years![]()
Shkak Yousuf – 13 years![]()
Linda Goodman – 12 years![]()
Isaiah Wilkins – 5 years![]()
GG George – 5 years![]()
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We are incredibly grateful for all of our staff & these dedicated employees! And a big thank-you to all of our staff and families who came out to make the picnic such a fun and memorable day! #WeAreSKSF #SKSF #GOATAwards #GreatestOfAllTime #StaffAppreciation #TeamCelebration #YearsOfService #SpecialKidsSpecialFamilies
Don't miss it! Proceeds benefit SKSF programs - thanks B & J Automotive!
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Did you know Zach's Place offers respite care in Colorado Springs for children with disabilities ages 2.5–18? 💙 ![]()
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Respite care gives caregivers a planned, trusted break — while their child is in the hands of a trained, compassionate team who knows how to support them. ![]()
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Here's what families can expect at Zach's Place: ![]()
✅ Individualized care from staff trained in disability support ![]()
✅ Structured activities, life skills, outdoor play, and community outings ![]()
✅ RN on staff ![]()
✅ Flexible scheduling — weekday, weekend, and summer options![]()
✅ Sliding-fee scale · Rates as low as $9/hour for qualifying families We've been walking alongside Colorado Springs caregivers for over 25 years. Let us walk alongside you. ![]()
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Contact us to learn more or schedule a visit. 👇![]()
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We are thrilled to announce the promotion of Greta Perry to Director of Support Services! Greta has been an invaluable part of the SKSF team, bringing dedication, compassion, leadership, and a genuine commitment to the individuals and families we serve. In her new role, Greta will continue to help strengthen our Support Services and ensure the people we serve receive the quality, compassionate support they deserve. Congratulations, Greta! We are excited to see all that you will accomplish in this new role! ![]()
#WeAreSKSF #specialkidsspecialfamilies #SKSF #teamsksf #StaffSpotlight #Congratulations #leadership #supportservices
5-Star Love for Zach’s Place! We are so grateful for families who take the time to share their experiences with us! Your kind words mean so much to our Zach’s Place team and remind us why we do what we do every day. Thank you for trusting us with your children and for being part of the Zach’s Place family! We are honored to watch children learn, grow, build friendships, and thrive in a place filled with love and support. ![]()
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⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Thank you for the wonderful review! Check out what we do at Zach's Place: ![]()
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#WeAreSKSF #SKSF #ZachsPlace #SpecialKidsSpecialFamilies #FiveStarReview #CommunityOfCare #InclusiveChildcare #MakingADifference
This year we're trying something new in our Adult Services Building Connections program. Our clients were interviewed & hired for various garden jobs. We'd like to share our first garden video in which 100% was client created (ideas, scripts, video editing, recording, caption writing).![]()
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Video Recorder: Keishawn | Video Editor: Keishawn & Daniel | Caption Writer: Kenya![]()
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"SKSF has a program called Building Connections. In this group, they have a garden. Some of the people in this group have jobs out in the garden. These are some of the jobs: Operations, Safety & Wellness, Financer, Social Media Manager, Community Education. The Social Media person makes videos of the garden. The Operations person they are the leader of the garden. Community Education makes crafts to help people learn more about the garden. The Safety & Wellness person helps us stay safe out in the garden. The Finance person helps keep us on budget & tells us if we can get some stuff for the garden." ![]()
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Enjoy! For more info about SKSF's Gardens Grow program visit: sksfcolorado.org/gardens-grow-program/ #TogetherWeGrow #WeAreSKSF #SKSF #SpecialKidsSpecialFamilies #BuildingConnections #GardenActivities #InclusiveGardens #CultivatingAbilities #GardenwithConfidence
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Fall Enrollment is Now Open at Zach's Place! Give your child a place to learn, grow, & thrive in an inclusive, nurturing environment. At Zach's Place, we provide high-quality early childhood education where children of all abilities learn, play, & succeed together. Our caring staff creates a safe, supportive space that encourages every child to reach their full potential.![]()
- Inclusive classrooms![]()
- Experienced, compassionate teachers![]()
- Developmentally enriching activities![]()
- Serving children of ALL abilities![]()
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Openings are LIMITED so DON'T WAIT! Contact us today to schedule a tour or learn more about enrollment. We can't wait to welcome your family to Zach's Place! sksfcolorado.org/programs/children-family-services/zachs-place-new-family-enrollment/![]()
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#WeAreSKSF #SKSF #ZachsPlace #FallEnrollment #InclusiveChildcare #EarlyLearning #ColoradoSprings #SpecialKidsSpecialFamilies
Mark your calendars for August 30th and join us at the 1st Annual Bill Green Memorial Car Show! Enjoy a day packed with classic cars, hot rods, delicious food, games, vendors, and family fun—all with FREE admission! This special event honors the legacy of Bill Green and supports Special Kids Special Families, thanks to the generosity of B&J Automotive. Every dollar raised helps us continue our mission to support individuals with disabilities and their families. Don’t miss out on the excitement, raffles, and community spirit! See you there at 2152 E. I-25 Frontage Rd, Erie, CO from 10am–4pm. #WeAreSKSF #SKSF #BandJAutomotive #CarShow #ColoradoCarShows #CommunityStrong
