The ICARE Foundation

The ICARE Foundation The iCARE Foundation's Mission is to provide Inclusion, Connection, Advocacy, Resources and Education

06/18/2026

We are so excited to launch something special for our community!

Gather with Grace is a sensory-friendly, disability-led worship service designed to give families the opportunity to worship together. One of the things we hear most often from families is how rarely they get to experience worship side by side. While we love the supports we provide through Access Ministries, we also know how meaningful it is for families to worship together as one body in Christ.

Join us on Sunday, July 19 at 3:00 PM at Grace Crossing for worship experience that will include music, scripture, prayer, a short message, and a time for prayer requests. Families are welcome to move around as needed, and we will have sensory-friendly worship supports available.

Most exciting of all, individuals with disabilities will help lead our service through worship, scripture reading, prayer, and more. We believe every person has gifts to share, and we want everyone to have the opportunity to participate.

If your family member with disability would like to help lead during the service, please complete the sign-up form below. While signing up helps us plan, it is not required. If your family member decides they would like to participate on the day of the service, they are absolutely welcome to come forward and join us.

https://gracecrossingmadison.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/686/responses/new

This is not meant to replace traditional worship, but to provide an additional opportunity for families to gather, worship, and grow together in an accessible and welcoming environment.
After the service, stay and enjoy cookies, juice, and fellowship with friends old and new!

-Open to the entire community
-All ages and abilities welcome
“As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.” — 1 Peter 4:10
We can’t wait to worship with you!

Friends! We are looking for a sponsor for our upcoming cooking class! The cost will be $100.00. If you or someone you kn...
06/11/2026

Friends! We are looking for a sponsor for our upcoming cooking class! The cost will be $100.00. If you or someone you know can help us, please text or call 601-345-2718 🦋🦋🦋

Located in Bogue Chitto, MS
06/10/2026

Located in Bogue Chitto, MS

Hi everyone!

I’m Ann Marie, and I’m excited to officially introduce Cole Educational & Behavioral Consulting.

For years, friends, family members, parents, and educators have reached out with questions about special education services, behavior concerns, IEPs, school processes, and how to advocate for the children they care about. What started as countless phone calls, text messages, and conversations has grown into something I hope will become a valuable resource for our community.

With 15+ years experience in special education, behavioral intervention, and child development, my passion is helping families and educators better understand the supports available to children and how to navigate those systems with confidence. How do we move forward in a world of pure chaos and ever changing policies, protocols, and endless paperwork??! Do we even KNOW the resources available to us or, better yet, do we use them?!

That’s where I come in.

Through this page, I’ll be sharing information, resources, practical tips, and consultation services aimed at making educational and behavioral support a little less overwhelming and a lot more understandable.

Whether you’re a parent, teacher, caregiver, or simply someone who wants to learn more - I’m glad you’re here.

Thank you for following along as this new adventure begins! Stay tuned for more updates, coming soon.

— Ann Marie Cole
Founder, Cole Educational & Behavioral Consulting

We are still in need of volunteers!!!
06/07/2026

We are still in need of volunteers!!!

🦋 Calling all Volunteers!! 🦋

Please share to help us get the word out!!

The iCARE Foundation is going to be hosting 2 big fundraising events this year, and we need YOUR help!!! 🩵

We are going to be hosing a Garden Party Luncheon in September,
and the Second Annual Turkey Trot-Walk Run and Roll in November!!

These events will be for fundraising, so that we can continue our Mission of serving Special Needs Families in our area, However, we plan on having programs for our Special Needs friends at the events as well.

If you would be interested in helping at either event, please Text or Call us at 601-345-2718!!

Please do not inbox us on here as we have issues receiving those messages.

We can't wait to hear from you!!!🥰

🦋 Calling all Volunteers!! 🦋Please share to help us get the word out!!The iCARE Foundation is going to be hosting 2 big ...
06/01/2026

🦋 Calling all Volunteers!! 🦋

Please share to help us get the word out!!

The iCARE Foundation is going to be hosting 2 big fundraising events this year, and we need YOUR help!!! 🩵

We are going to be hosing a Garden Party Luncheon in September,
and the Second Annual Turkey Trot-Walk Run and Roll in November!!

These events will be for fundraising, so that we can continue our Mission of serving Special Needs Families in our area, However, we plan on having programs for our Special Needs friends at the events as well.

If you would be interested in helping at either event, please Text or Call us at 601-345-2718!!

Please do not inbox us on here as we have issues receiving those messages.

We can't wait to hear from you!!!🥰

Check this out!!
05/25/2026

Check this out!!

Did You Know About All These Amazing Summer Camp Opportunities?

Summer is HERE, and there are several incredible camp opportunities available for children, teens, and adults with disabilities and special needs! Some are close to home, while others may require a little road trip—but every one of them offers unique experiences, friendships, skill-building, independence, and FUN.

Whether your loved one enjoys swimming, outdoor adventures, overnight camp experiences, sensory-friendly activities, or opportunities to connect with peers, there may be a camp that's a perfect fit!

Check out these opportunities:

Camp Kamassa
https://campkamassa.com/

MSU Adapted Swim Camps
https://www.msstate.edu/newsroom/article/2026/03/msu-offers-spring-summer-adapted-swim-camps-individuals-special-needs

Camp BOLD (The Arc Northwest Mississippi)
https://www.thearcnwms.org/general-8-4

Camp Dream Street
https://www.dreamstreetms.org/

Sea & Sun Camp (for children with visual impairments)
https://seaandsuncamp.com/

Girl Scouts Camp Elizabeth Gwin Special Session
https://www.girlscoutshs.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/camp-and-outdoors/summer-camp/elizabeth-gwin-special-session.html

SHINE Summer Camp 2026 Registration
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4EA8AA2DA5F49-63192555-2026 #/

If you know of other special needs camps or inclusive summer programs in Mississippi or surrounding states, drop them in the comments so we can help more families discover these opportunities!

05/25/2026

Did You Know About All These Amazing Summer Camp Opportunities?

Summer is HERE, and there are several incredible camp opportunities available for children, teens, and adults with disabilities and special needs! Some are close to home, while others may require a little road trip—but every one of them offers unique experiences, friendships, skill-building, independence, and FUN.

Whether your loved one enjoys swimming, outdoor adventures, overnight camp experiences, sensory-friendly activities, or opportunities to connect with peers, there may be a camp that's a perfect fit!

Check out these opportunities:

Camp Kamassa
https://campkamassa.com/

MSU Adapted Swim Camps
https://www.msstate.edu/newsroom/article/2026/03/msu-offers-spring-summer-adapted-swim-camps-individuals-special-needs

Camp BOLD (The Arc Northwest Mississippi)
https://www.thearcnwms.org/general-8-4

Camp Dream Street
https://www.dreamstreetms.org/

Sea & Sun Camp (for children with visual impairments)
https://seaandsuncamp.com/

Girl Scouts Camp Elizabeth Gwin Special Session
https://www.girlscoutshs.org/en/members/for-girl-scouts/camp-and-outdoors/summer-camp/elizabeth-gwin-special-session.html

SHINE Summer Camp 2026 Registration
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050A4EA8AA2DA5F49-63192555-2026 #/

If you know of other special needs camps or inclusive summer programs in Mississippi or surrounding states, drop them in the comments so we can help more families discover these opportunities!

05/24/2026

Do you have a friend or family member with sensory sensitivities? 💭 MCM’s Sensory-Friendly Hours are designed just for them!

Today from 11am -1pm, you can expect,
💡 Reduced crowds, lighting, and sounds
🗺️ Sensory Kits & maps to help you navigate potentially over-stimulating exhibits

Join us on the 4th Sunday of every month to take advantage of these special hours! | https://ow.ly/U4Ol50Z3uMR

04/28/2026

Join us for a life-changing experience at our FREE Summer ASL Intensive at MSD! 🤟💜

Learn, connect, and grow through American Sign Language—open to students, staff, and community members. Don’t miss this opportunity to build skills and be part of something powerful!

Registration link:
https://forms.gle/orLDww5mtwk7pYGP9

04/09/2026

Join Special Olympics Mississippi for our Beyond Abilities: Early Childhood to Adult Opportunities Resource Fair! April 18th, 10 am -2 pm at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science. Join us for a Resource Fair created with YOU in mind! 💙

We’re inviting families and individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities to come explore a day full of opportunities, support, and connection. Whether you're navigating early childhood services or looking for adult programs, this event is designed to meet you where you are.

✨ Connect with resources across a variety of areas, including:
• Education & schools
• Health & wellness
• Housing resources
• Parent & Caregiver Support
And so much more!

We will be hosting a Family Health Forum to discuss Caregiver Stress Management at 11:30 am. This session is a great opportunity for families to connect and share their experiences.

Come discover valuable tools, build community, and find resources to support every stage of life. We can’t wait to see you there!
If you have any questions, please email [email protected]

Address

1882 Monticello Street NE
Brookhaven, MS
39601

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