In times of big change, it can often feel like there’s nothing you can do to make a difference in the world. But today, you have the chance to make a difference for children and families like Rashida’s (pictured right with her niece, Keira). Your donation of any amount to BMC by December 31 will be doubled multiplying your impact: https://bit.ly/3Dl2lC2 When Keira’s mother unexpectedly passed away, her aunt Rashida and uncle Ken adopted her and her siblings, then ages 3, 7, and 9. Keira especially struggled with the loss of her mom, and Rashida knew she needed help. That was when she discovered the Services for Trauma and Resources for Families (STAR) Program at BMC. “BMC has been great in helping me as a parent navigate this. They have been working with us to learn what we’re comfortable with, allowing Keira to have some autonomy in her decisions, and ensuring that she feels listened to. For us, it’s been the highlight of our experience at BMC,” Rashida shares.
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