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A sensory garden for children with autism: a volunteer-led effort in Albany

Volunteers in Albany are raising $4,600 for a sensory garden for children with autism at Union Park.

🇺🇸 Albany, New York, United States1,548 views
Amber J. Chen
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Albany
For three years the neighborhood has asked for a sensory garden for children with autism. This year a group of 30 volunteers, including a retired civil engineer, decided to stop waiting. The council has given permission for Union Park, but no funding. We have received donated paint, and the remaining cost is $4,600. It will serve about 485 people, including children, seniors and people with disabilities. We'll hold a build day in October and everyone is invited. We're a small team, and every dollar will be spent in the open - I'll post receipts and progress photos. All purchases will be made by two volunteers and logged publicly. Surplus funds will go to maintenance. Where the $4,600 goes: • Materials: $3,550 • Permits and inspections: $240 • Safety equipment and signage: $320 • Tools hire and delivery: $490 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Amber

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    “Sending love. This is from my last paycheck, glad to do it. - Scranton”

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    “Rooting for you. Thought of Amber all day after reading this.”

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    “You got this. Thought of Amber all day after reading this. - Mumbai”

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    “Rooting for you. My father told me about this one. - Berlin”

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  • Hang in there, Amber. Hope you get there. Don't be hard on yourself for asking

    • Hope it all works out. Hope you get there. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of Albany.

      • Vani T. GargAddress verified

        Sending love, Amber. Projects like this are what make a place worth living in

        • Sending love, Amber. Your post was clear and honest. Thinking of Albany.

          • I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Albany.

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