Our Story
In 2016, Rita and Bryant Stevens discovered that their son Bryson suffered from a brain injury resulting in white brain matter loss. At the same time, he was diagnosed with congenital glaucoma. The diagnosis of cerebral palsy and legal blindness was devastating news and they quickly began to realize how difficult the journey of being a special needs parent can be. Situation after situation often left them feeling that they were not informed and often silenced as Bryson's parents.
This journey and their faith gave birth to Silent Voyces - an organization that would share a message of hope and be a conduit to share resources to families with special needs children. Silent Voyces was designed with core areas to help parents understand how to have a voice to advocate for their child. The Y in Voyces serves as a reminder to each parent that You have a voice and we are here to walk along side of you on this journey.
Silent Voyces wants to shine a light of hope for the challenge ahead and effectively equip, connect,
and encourage parents that they deserve to be heard.
We believe that knowledge is the beginning of realizing the possibilities on the horizon
Our Mission
Silent Voyces provides advocacy and resources for special needs children ages 0-21. The organization will serve as a resource to families by collaborating with federal, state, and local organizations to establish advocacy, training, education, legislative development, and financial support.​
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Our Vision
The specific objectives and purpose of this organization shall be:
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to provide resources that help children and their families in educational development
2. to provide resources that help children and
their families in nutritional support
3. to provide resources that help children and
their families in recreational and community
involvement
4. to provide resources that help children and their
families in therapy options, healthcare
terminology, and treatment options
5. to sponsor, host and/or participate in events
and activities that promote support of special
needs children