What if my children just aren’t emotionally and socially ready to volunteer with people with developmental disabilities?
Many people are uncomfortable in new situations. Often it is important to step outside our comfort zone and have new experiences. At the same time it is important to help children not to feel uncomfortable around people who are different than they are. Teach your children to have love and respect for all people. Read books and discuss with your children about the importance of being friends. Lead by example in your kindness and the way you treat others, because your children learn a lot from your behavior. Perhaps for an introduction, your children could make cards or write letters for people who are sick or disabled and you could talk together as a family about how everyone is unique and special and needs love and support. They may be willing to deliver the card next time, and you can build from there! Perhaps some of these additional ideas – or some of your own – might be ways you could be involved.
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- What if my children just aren’t emotionally and socially ready to volunteer with people with developmental disabilities?
