An initiative designed to support children with special needs and their families has been introduced by Fidelity Bank Plc as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives focused on health and social welfare.
The scheme, Bundles of Joy, will create supportive spaces and activities for children with special needs while addressing the psychological and emotional well-being of their parents and caregivers.
Families interested in the Bundles of Joy programme can register their children at the bank’s website. During registration, parents must provide their details, their child’s name, and information about their child’s needs. Fidelity Bank will follow up to schedule special outings for the children starting in January 2025.
At an event held over the weekend in Lagos, the Divisional Head of Brand and Communications at Fidelity Bank, Mr Meksley Nwagboh, explained that, “Bundles of Joy is a vision of our Managing Director, Mrs Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe.
“The initiative is designed to foster an inclusive society by supporting children with special needs.
“During today’s session, the children will engage in a variety of educative and entertaining activities aimed at enhancing their mobility and social skills.
“At the same time, their parents and caregivers will participate in tailored workshops to equip them with the skills and resources they need to better care for their children.”
Parents and caregivers at the event, including Ms Joy Daberechi, expressed their gratitude for the initiative, saying, “This is a wonderful programme. The sessions have helped me learn more about caring for my daughter, thanks to the resourceful facilitators.
“I deeply appreciate Fidelity Bank for creating this opportunity, even though I haven’t yet opened an account. I encourage other parents to take advantage of this initiative.”
Another participant, Ms Deborah Eromokhodion, said, “It’s been a heartwarming experience and has created a community of support. We’ve had insightful sessions with specialist facilitators on helping our children achieve milestones and goals. Meeting other parents and exchanging tips has been invaluable.”
Fidelity Bank used the occasion to put smile on the faces of the participants by presenting goodie bags to the children and gifts to their parents, leaving attendees delighted and encouraged.