Tender Care PPEC Hosts Its First Ever Inclusive Breakfast with Santa

Tender Care provides skilled nursing services in a daycare-like environment.

This holiday season marks a very special milestone for Tender Care PPEC as we proudly host our first-ever Inclusive Breakfast with Santa. On December 14th from 10 AM to 12 PM, families are invited to join us for a magical morning filled with warmth, joy, and unforgettable holiday memories.

From the moment you arrive, you will feel the spirit of the season come alive. The aroma of delicious breakfast favorites, the sparkle of festive decorations, and the gentle sounds of holiday cheer create the perfect atmosphere for families to relax and celebrate together. This event was created with intention and heart, offering a sensory friendly environment where individuals of all abilities can feel comfortable and included.

What makes this morning truly special is the opportunity for children to meet Santa in a calm and welcoming setting. Whether a child is excited, shy, or prefers a quiet moment, Santa is ready to greet everyone with kindness and patience. Families can capture photos, share holiday wishes, and enjoy an experience that supports each child’s unique needs.

Hosting this event for the first time is a meaningful step for Tender Care PPEC. It reflects our mission to create spaces where children and families can come together, connect, and celebrate without limitations. This breakfast is more than a holiday gathering. It is a moment to slow down, share smiles, and build cherished memories with loved ones.

We are honored to offer a place where everyone can feel the magic of the season. We cannot wait to welcome you to Tender Care PPEC’s first ever Inclusive Breakfast with Santa and share in this beautiful new tradition.

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**This event is FREE, but we’re asking for a $3 donation per person to help cover breakfast costs.**

Tender Care provides care for medically complex and fragile children from birth to 21 years of age in a daycare-like environment staffed with nurses, CNAs, and therapists. We are the first independently owned PPEC in the State of Florida with our initial center opening in 1988. This means we have an abundance of experience and knowledge in providing loving care to this special pediatric population. We have 6 Tender Care PPEC centers throughout Florida, with our newest facility located in Lake Park.

Lake Park Location

Our goal is to enhance the development of each child through collaborative relationships between families, physicians, nurses, and therapists. This holistic approach to care is carried out in an environment that allows the child to engage in social interactions with their peers. This results in thriving children, well-positioned to achieve their greatest potential. We also offer transportation at no cost and provide nutritious meals throughout the day. 

What sets us apart is that we care for and treat every child like family. We have passion in our hearts for our children and a desire to see them succeed.

We are so excited to have a table at this fair and can’t wait to meet all the families that attend.

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PPEC Offers Many Advantages…

To the child/family:

  • Centrally located nursing and therapy decreases intrusions into family dynamics at home
  • Increased socialization with other children
  • Decreased hospitalization
  • Personalized case management ensuring the best care for your child
  • Offers caregivers increased potential to return to work or school
  • Early detection of potential health problems by licensed professionals

To the payer:

  • Decreased hospitalizations through early detection and case management
  • Increased compliance with plan of care resulting in less utilization of health care benefits
  • An average savings of 40% to 50% compared to Home Health services

 

Common pediatric diagnoses that indicate a potential need for daily skilled nursing services:

  • Premature infants diagnosed with bronchopulmonary dysplasia, apnea of prematurity, oxygen and pulse oximetry dependence
  • Cerebral palsy with gastrostomy or jejunostomy dependence and/or seizures
  • Spina bifida with or without an Arnold Chiari malformation and shunt monitoring, and urinary catheterization dependence
  • Certain cardiac anomalies
  • Post-transplant status
  • Immunosuppressed status
  • Tracheostomy status (with or without ventilator dependence)
  • Failure to thrive
  • Chronic Kidney Disease
  • History of hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
  • Adrenal Insufficiency
  • Presence of a colostomy, ileostomy, urostomy, or vesicostomy

*This is not medical advice, always consult with your child’s doctor before making any changes to their lifestyle. 

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