CAMP PENDLETON, Calif. -- Children enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) participated in the Best Day Beach Event at Del Mar Beach, Aug. 2-3. The Best Day Foundation Orange County Chapter hosted the event for special needs children that are enrolled in the EFMP. Some of the children’s special needs included: Autism, Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, blindness, cancer, spinal cord injuries, and other physical and developmental challenges. “I’m just thankful that EFMP has this event,” said Kayla Bradley, a parent that has been involved with EFMP for 10 years. “I’m also glad that the Best Day Foundation was able to come out here and support this event and have fun with the kids.” The event was ran by an experienced team that provided activities such as surfing, body boarding, kayaking, obstacle courses, volleyball and more. The Best Day Event is designed for children who don’t usually have the opportunity to participate in these activities. “For families like us, we don’t have a lot of opportunities for our kids to experience what the normal family might,” said Jolanda Graham, parent and volunteer EFMP family representative. “This opportunity allows them to feel normal.” Involved parents such as Graham also appreciate experienced volunteers who make these activities safe and possible.
Posted on: Mon, 04 Aug 2014 02:00:40 +0000
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