The Maker's Child
For you created my inmost being;
you knit me together in my mother’s womb.
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful,
I know that full well. Psalm 139: 13-14
Countdown to the next respite night
Programs and Services
Held during Sunday morning or Wednesday evening worship services at various churches, offering care for special needs children and their siblings.
First Baptist Church of Albertville
- The Maker's Child at 9:30 a.m. during Sunday School
- The Maker's Child at 10:30 a.m. during Sunday worship
- The Maker's Child on Wednesday at 6 p.m.-7:00 pm
- Inclusion buddies at 9 a.m. and 11 am during Sunday worship
- Special needs room at 9:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. during Sunday worship.
- 10:30 a.m. during Sunday worship
- The Maker's Child at 10:15 a.m. during Sunday worship
- Wednesday evening during AWANA 5:30-7:30 p.m.
- Special needs during 10:30 a.m. worship
Respite Program:
Provides a safe and fun environment for special needs children and their siblings on the second Friday night of each month, allowing parents a break. To register a new participant please use this link to our google registration form.
Inclusive Playground:
A all-inclusive playground on the grounds of First Baptist Church of Albertville, designed to accommodate children with various abilities. To book a private Birthday Party follow this link to our google request form.
Respite Events
Join us for our 120th respite night at Albertville FBC and our very special Christmas Edition. VOLUNTEERS: Please sign up here to volunteer for the event. NEW PARTICIPANTS: Please use the link below to register a new participant. We will text you for more information and to confirm your date of participation.
Join us for our 119th respite night at FBC Boaz. VOLUNTEERS: Please sign up here to volunteer for the event. NEW PARTICIPANTS: Please use the link below to register a new participant. We will text you for more information and to confirm your date of participation.
Join us for our 118th respite night at Solitude. VOLUNTEERS: Please sign up here to volunteer for the event. NEW PARTICIPANTS: Please use the link below to register a new participant. We will text you for more information and to confirm your date of participation.
Join us for our 117th respite night at CCC. VOLUNTEERS: Please sign up here to volunteer for the event. NEW PARTICIPANTS: Please use the link below to register a new participant. We will text you for more information and to confirm your date of participation.
Join us for our 116th respite night on the TMC Playground. VOLUNTEERS: Please sign up here to volunteer for the event. NEW PARTICIPANTS: Please use the link below to register a new participant. We will text you for more information and to confirm your date of participation.
Join us for a cookout and ice cream and an evening to play on the playground, just for TMC families.
Please sign up here to RSVP a participant or to volunteer for the event.
Please sign up here to volunteer for the event. You may register a new participant. We will email you for more information and to confirm your date of participation.
Please sign up here to RSVP a participant or to volunteer for the event.
Please sign up here to RSVP a participant or to volunteer for the event.
Please sign up here to RSVP a participant or to volunteer for the event.
Please sign up here to RSVP a participant or to volunteer for the event.
Please sign up here to RSVP a participant or to volunteer for the event.
Please sign up here to RSVP a participant or to volunteer for the event.
F.A.Q
How do I register for Respite Care?
New Participant Registration Form
What is the TMC Playground?
Featured equipment accessible for all kids:
- Swings
- Zip line
- Ten Spin
- Inclusive Whirl (accessible merry go round)
- Buddy Rocker
- Glide Along
- Momentum Corridor
- Large roller slide
Are there other inclusive playgrounds nearby?
- Cove Universal Playground in Owens Crossroads, AL (50 min drive)
- Town Creek Inclusive Playground in Auburn, AL (2+ hour drive)
- Mason’s Place Inclusive Playground in Tuscaloosa, AL (2+ hour drive)
I thought all playgrounds were ADA compliant. Is this true?
What will the surface of the playground be made of, and will it be safe for my child?
Will there be shades on the playground to help protect my child from the sun?
Can disabled parents play with their kids?
Are non-participants of The Maker’s Child allowed to play?
Will there be seating for adults?
Are there restrooms available?
What safety features will be on site?
Are there benefits for kids with disabilities to play on the playground?
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