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Hope for Miami Gives Kids With Disabilities A Place to Go When School Lets Out | Miami Autism Dad
By CNews YouTube at Community Newspapers
· June 15, 2026
· 1 min read
Miami Autism Dad Victor Antunez interviews Marquia Robinson, CEO of Hope for Miami, and Program Manager Mercy Parada, about a Miami-Dade nonprofit that serves over 6,000 people a year and made a deliberate choice in 2012 to open its doors to children with disabilities. Marquia and Mercy break down t
Key takeaway Marquia and Mercy break down the afterschool and summer programs that […] The post Hope for Miami Gives Kids With Disabilities A Place to Go When School Lets Out | Miami Autism Dad first appeared on Miami's Community News.
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The work of Hope for Miami in serving children with disabilities fills a critical gap in Miami-Dade County, where families often struggle to find supportive and inclusive programs for their kids outside of regular school hours. Given the diverse needs of Miami's large and vibrant community, including its significant Latin American and Caribbean populations, it's heartening to see a local nonprofit step up to provide essential services. The fact that Hope for Miami has been deliberately working with children with disabilities since 2012 speaks to the organization's commitment to creating a more equitable and supportive environment for all families in the county. As Miami continues to grow and face unique challenges such as sea-level rise and hurricane risks, the presence of organizations like Hope for Miami will be vital in ensuring that all members of the community, regardless of ability, have access to the resources and support they need to thrive.
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Published: June 15, 2026 ·
Source: Community Newspapers ·
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