We are rolling! Over the past few weeks, nine families have reached out seeking support in caring for their medically complex child, and we are hustling to onboard them as quickly as possible.
We know every child and family faces unique challenges, and the best way to support them is
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Better2gether and Read to Them Join Forces to Improve Children’s Literacy and Healing
RICHMOND, VA – Better2gether and Read to Them are pleased to announce their joint effort to increase children’s literacy through the Complex Care Clinic at Children’s Hospital of Richmond at VCU.
The Complex Care
We recently surveyed our families for feedback on our programming and to understand their current challenges. Here are a few stats that caught our attention:
76% want community, connection, and friendship with other B2g families
62% are looking for play opportunities for their children (siblings too!)
66% share that there
The name “Desiree” means “the desired one.” For (almost) ten-year-old Desi, this name is incredibly fitting.
From Desi’s first anatomy scan during her mom Alisha’s pregnancy, the doctors expressed serious concerns about her health and well-being. But Alisha remained determined to bring Desi into the world. When Desi was born,
I hope your 2023 is off to a great start! While we’re only two weeks into the new year… whoa, it already feels like a fantasy!
We’ve been dreaming big for some time about how to do more for our kids and families, and now we’re making those dreams
After enjoying a successful career for over 25 years, Richmond resident and treasured Better2getherRVA supporter, Andy Taylor retired from corporate life. But he knew he wasn’t ready to sit back and slow down. “I was looking to write the next chapter,” he shares.
As Andy explored various professional paths, he
MOMENTS that Matter
Hi everyone, it’s November, which means the clocks have changed, the leaves are falling and its National Family Caregivers Month!
We’re recognizing this special month by honoring Better2gether caregivers of children with serious illnesses. One of the ways we strive to support our caregivers is to provide them
MEET KID CHAMPION AIDAN-THOMAS!
Yesterday we shared on our Better2gether social media channel a heartfelt interview with Aidan-Thomas Smith and his mother, Miriam Smith. They were interviewed by Sabrina Shutters, ABC8 News. You can watch the interview to see Aidan in action and to hear his sweet song at the
A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Happy Fall, Y’all! It may not seem like fall yet, but with excitement building around the new Better2gether Halloween Hustle 5K presented by Commonwealth Law Group- Ghostbustin’ Style on October 29, we have pumpkins, ghosts and slime on the brain!
Our 5K sponsors are
A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
August draws us closer to Summer’s end and before long many will be transitioning to school, work or daycare. Change is once again upon us all, and Better2gether is not without its own exciting developments.
The Board of Directors