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Buddy Break Information for VIPs

I’ve never left my child! How will you take care of him/her?

Our Buddy Break teams are trained to recognize your child's uniqueness and want to be prepared to offer them the best care and friendship. Because of this, you are required to attend a mandatory orientation before you are able to begin utilizing the Buddy Break program. At the orientation you will be introduced to the program more fully, give us a chance to meet your VIP, and provide us with information that will help us to care for your child.

Who are the Buddies?

Buddy Breaks are staffed by loving volunteer “Buddies” from the church and community who have gone through basic Buddy Training to equip them to play with and care for your child’s special needs.

Who can attend Buddy Breaks?

Any VIP kids with special needs, which include any physical, cognitive, medical, or hidden disability, chronic or life-threatening illness, and those who are medically fragile may participate in this program. VIP children birth ages: 2-16 years old are welcomed, as are their siblings: 4 years old to 5th grade.

When and where is Buddy Break?

This program is held in partnership with churches in various locations around Florida. See the link below for exact locations and dates. New locations will be added to this website as they are started.

Can I attend more than one location?

YES! Once you have gone through orientation, you are now a part of our Buddy Break network and are able to attend any of the Buddy Break locations, even as we launch into other states.

Do I need to make a reservation for Buddy Break?

Yes, you will need to make a reservation with the location Coordinator each time that you would like for your child to attend Buddy Break. That ensures that we have enough Buddies and staff to allow a one-to-one relationship with your child. When spaces are full, you will be put on a waiting list.

Contact a Buddy Break Coordinator NOW to make your reservation for orientation!

Remember to tell others about Buddy Break!