Playtime with Me is a program for children who have Spina Bifida ages newborn to 5 and their families. These playgroups allow the children to play and the parents to chat.

Playtime with Me is one of our most successful programs because families find so much value in meeting with others who are experiencing the same issues, challenges, and success stories. Only with other parents can you find that common bond as well as get practical tips for every day life with a child with Spina Bifida.

While parents and grandparents talk, the children (including siblings) play in a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment. We've seen a child take his first steps with the aid of a walking toy during a playgroup, and we've heard the story of a child who went home and began walking with his walker after seeing another child using his walker at Playtime with Me. The kids inspire one another as they play.

Our Louisville playgroup meets about every other month, usually on the Kosair Charities Centre campus. Families from across the state travel to Louisville for these playgroups, and we usually have a great turnout.

We also have an active Playtime with Me group that meets in Lexington several times per year. We have had one playgroup in Eastern Kentucky and would like to have more in all areas of the state.

If you are interested in attending Playtime with Me in Louisville or Lexington or would like to help us start a Playtime with Me in your area of the state, please contact Colleen at cpayne@sbak.org or (502) 637-7363.