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About Us

Purpose:

Children with Autistic spectrum disorder and developmental disabilities have major problems with social skills and communication. They have difficulties expressing their feelings and thoughts verbally in a proper manner. Isolation and repetitive ritualistic behavior are part of their routines and a way of controlling their anxiety and agitation. Therefore, therapeutic approaches consist of helping these children enhance their social communication skills and become more autonomous and independent. These can be achieved through therapeutic methods such as play therapy, behavior therapy, sports and game activities, and speech therapy while their families are involved with therapy and parental training as well. Boat Kids purpose is to initiate and provide the opportunity for these children and their families/guardians to interact with one another in a sports outing event i.e., boating, playing games, and any other activity which helps to reduce their anxiety and tension and help them to learn different ways of expressing feelings and relating to each other in a safe and natural outdoor environment under close supervision.

How it Started!

Priscilla Buis and Diane Davis have always felt a personal desire to help children with special needs and their families. They got together and created Boat Kids to provide a unique opportunity that many families don’t have the freedom to participate in. The real reward has been to watch the excitement of those involved.

 

Meet Our Team:

Diane Davis

Co-Director of Boat Kids Representative for AstraZeneca

Priscilla Buis

Co-Director of Boat Kids Statement Boats

Gloria Harmon

Participant Coordinator

Caitlyn Campbell

Event Coordinator – Treasurer

Donate

To make a monetary donation

Please make checks payable and mail to:

Boat Kids
200 104th Ave. #221
Treasure Island, Florida 33706
Attn: Priscilla Buis - Diane Davis

Letter of tax deductible donation available upon request.

Thank you for your donation!

"A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE."

Registration #: CH49071
FloridaConsumerHelp.com
1-800-HELPFLA (435-7352)

Contact

If you are interested in participating, volunteering, or sponsoring, please contact us.

Contact Info:

Priscilla Buis
statementboats@gmail.com
(813) 928-3508

Diane Davis
diane.davis2011@hotmail.com
(813) 928-3917
Boat Kids

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