---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Steve Howells [mailto:showells@xxxxxxxxx] Sent: Tuesday, November 20, 2012 09:30 AM Subject: Links to resources to find toys for children that may be free, inexpensive, or designed for children with special needs: FYI: Links to resources to find toys for children that may be free, inexpensive, or designed for children with special needs Free and inexpensive toys Toys for Tots Marine Toys for Tots Foundation, an IRS recognized 501(c)(3) not-for-profit public charity is the fundraising, funding and support organization for the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. To request a toy for your child, go to: <http://www.toysfortots.org/request_toys/default.aspx> http://www.toysfortots.org/request_toys/default.aspx and select your state and county from the below drop down menu, and you'll be redirected to the Toys for Tots website for your local community. Once there, follow the prompts for your desired action, or select the "Contact Us" option from the menu bar. You should be provided with contact information for the local campaign Coordinator. Salvation Army Seasonal Assistance for Children and Families Each year, individuals and families turn to The Salvation Army for help during the holidays, whether it's needing food for a Thanksgiving dinner or wanting to see their children's eyes light up when they see presents under the tree Christmas morning. The Salvation Army is here and ready to help. Because we want to respond to the varying needs of the communities in which we serve, all of our holiday assistance programs are administered locally. If you require assistance, you will need to contact your local Corps Community Center. Go to <http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/> http://www.salvationarmyusa.org/ and then use the zip code search in the upper right hand corner to locate your nearest center. Free and Inexpensive Toys for Kids For more information, go to: <http://www.kiddiefreebies.com/free_toys_for_kids.html> http://www.kiddiefreebies.com/free_toys_for_kids.html. List of Charitable Organizations where you may be able to get free gifts for your child For more information, go to: <http://bsure.hubpages.com/hub/Where-to-Get-Free-Toys-for-Christmas> http://bsure.hubpages.com/hub/Where-to-Get-Free-Toys-for-Christmas. Toys for children with special needs Independent Living Source <http://www.iltsource.com/Toys_and_Recreation_s/22.htm> Independent Living Source proudly promotes learning and problem solving with our full line of toys specially designed for children with disabilities. We understand that these toys need to not only provide entertainment, but also aid in the development of important skills. That's why we carry adaptive toys that are fun, age-appropriate, and most importantly - toys that promote learning and problem solving. For more information, go to: <http://www.iltsource.com/Toys_and_Recreation_s/22.htm> http://www.iltsource.com/Toys_and_Recreation_s/22.htm. Toys R Us Toys R Us offers a toy guide for differently-abled kids. Click <http://www.toysrus.com/shop/index.jsp?categoryId=3261680> here for more information. Play Works Special Needs Toys are separated into seven sub-categories to facilitate finding toys that address specific special needs and situations. All Special Needs Toys enhance child development, allowing children with diverse abilities to experience a variety of sensory feedback and stimulation. For more information, go to: <http://www.playworks.net/special-needs-toys.html> http://www.playworks.net/special-needs-toys.html. Able Play Able Play offers play products for children with special needs. For more information, go to: <http://www.ableplay.org/> http://www.ableplay.org/. Fun and Function Fun and Function designs sensory toys and therapy equipment for children with disabilities. For more information, go to: <http://funandfunction.com/> http://funandfunction.com/. Glamma Toys Glamma Toys offers a large selection of toys for special needs children. For more information, go to: <https://glammatoys.com/display/5993> https://glammatoys.com/display/5993. Fat Brain Toys To find thousands of quality toys, games, and gifts that entertain and educate, go to: <http://www.fatbraintoys.com/special_needs/index.cfm> http://www.fatbraintoys.com/special_needs/index.cfm. Enabling Devices Our adapted therapeutic toys for people with special needs are specially manufactured or switch adapted products that meet the unique requirements of people with physical or developmental disabilities. For more information, go to: <http://enablingdevices.com/catalog/toys_for_disabled_children> http://enablingdevices.com/catalog/toys_for_disabled_children. Answers 4 Families Parents of Children with Special Needs often look for toys that can benefit their child physically, intellectually and emotionally. The toys may improve problem solving or encourage play at a higher level. Yet they need to be safe and fun for the kids. This page offers articles on choosing toys, places to get toys, and easy toy and game adaptations. For more information, go to: <http://www.answers4families.org/family/special-needs/tools/toys-special-nee ds-children> http://www.answers4families.org/family/special-needs/tools/toys-special-need s-children. Disability Resources Monthly Web Watcher A Disability Resources Monthly guide to the best online resources about toys kids with disabilities. For more information, go to: <http://www.disabilityresources.org/TOYS.html> http://www.disabilityresources.org/TOYS.html. -- Lighthouse of the Big Bend - Guiding People Through Vision Loss 3071 Highland Oaks Terrace, Tallahassee, FL 32301 (850) 942-3658 - www.lighthousebigbend.org
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