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Shaniya Straw

Pittsburgh Walk for Apraxia

Why I walk for Apraxia Kids!

I walk to support all children diagnosed with apraxia of speech - our Apraxia Stars. To show these children they are not alone and to acknowledge all the hard work they must do to overcome communication challenges that affect their day-to-day lives.

I walk to raise funds for the mission of Apraxia Kids – to strengthen the support systems in the lives of children with apraxia of speech by educating professionals and families; facilitating community engagement and outreach; and investing in the future through advocacy and research.

Please help me meet my fundraising goal by making a donation now or by joining our team.  You, too, can make an impact for children and families affected by apraxia!
I believe, “Every child deserves a voice”.

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Finding Apraxia

Wednesday 13th May
Apraxia was not a familiar term in our home. In fact, it was not a term we knew at all. When my oldest son was close to three years old he still was not talking, let alone even really trying. I was told to wait till he’s three, some are just late learners. I took matters into my own hands and started getting more opinions, that’s when we were referred for testing and got the diagnosis of Apraxia. It has been a long 5 years of continuous speech therapy, exercises, and patience. Improvement is made every day. I am so very thankful for the speech therapist that have been a part of our journey thus far. It has been a struggle getting people to understand the diagnosis as a whole and to find the right path for our son. We hope to continue to raise awareness of apraxia and to hopefully help more children find their voice. 

Thank you to my Donors

$55.66

Holly & Kenley Malone

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$28.43

Joe And Carolyn Zambory

$25

Shaniya Straw

$25

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