Supporting Individuals With Special Needs

TUSTIN, Calif. - Oct. 16, 2014 - PRLog -- On Saturday, October 26^th Orange County families will get together for the YMCA of Orange County’s Annual Pancake Breakfast from 8:30-11:30 AM. Proceeds from the Pancake Breakfast will support the YMCA’s Community Service programs for adults and children with special needs. This event will be held at the Tustin YMCA at 13821 Newport Avenue.

Participants attending the breakfast will enjoy a delicious breakfast of pancakes, sausage, and a drink for just $5. They are also invited to wear their Halloween costume and participate in face painting, crafts, and games. “Big John” the Talking Fire Engine will also be in attendance.

"The Pancake Breakfast is a yearly fundraiser that supports programs that help people of all ages with special needs. The YMCA offers programs such as Inclusion for elementary-age children and New Horizons for adults. The funds raised from the Breakfast help these children and adults succeed in school, find jobs, and socialize more often." states Carla Reyna, Program Director of the New Horizons program for adults with developmental disabilities.

YMCA Community Services provides essential support for the most overlooked members of our community, delivering unique programs and services to youth and adults with developmental disabilities and foster care youth and families. For additional questions contact Kimberly Fragola at kfragola@ymcaoc.org or call 714-508-7635. Learn more about YMCA Community Services at www.ymcaoc.org/ycs