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Roberts honored by disabled children's group

DC 37 Executive Director Lillian Roberts and Congress Member Major R. Owens were honored Nov. 6 for their support of disabled children at the annual Gala Benefit Celebration of the group Resources for Children With Special Needs.

“This evening’s honorees have dedicated themselves to the well-being of the children, families and working people of New York City, and to the development and education of all children and youth,” said Karen T. Schlesinger, Executive Director of the organization. “We thank them, and honor their commitment and their significant impact of life in our city and beyond.”

Resources for Children provides special training and workshops for parents of children with disabilities and for professionals who work in the field. They also provide essential resource directories to public and voluntary hospitals, child-serving clinics, public schools and every library branch in New York City.

When their unique Comprehensive Directory is published this winter, they will be able to provide parents up-to-date and expanded information on the full range of programs and services available to disabled children.

“They have made such a big contribution to children with special needs,” said Roberts as she received her award. “I’m so honored because we have such a great organization where we can send the children of our members if they need assistance.”