Staff Spotlight on Liz Tipton
We’re proud to spotlight Liz Tipton, who has been a valued member of The Focus Foundation team for 10 years! Role at TFF: Liz works closely with families and children,…
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Fun Facts & Interesting Happenings
From Dr. Carole Samango-Sprouse and Team at The Focus Foundation
Dr. Samango-Sprouse Spoke at The 16th Philadelphia Prenatal Diagnosis Conference
Dr. Samango-Sprouse was invited as a guest speaker at The 16th Philadelphia Prenatal Diagnosis Conference on June 7th.
Playing Cupid – Valentine’s Day
Playing Cupid! How about a little self-love this Valentine’s Day—and some love for your kids, too,while you’re at it? Learn more.
UPS Pilot Inspired Charity of the Month
Focus Foundation Charity Spotlight. UPS Charity of the Month is led and supported by UPS pilots. Read to learn more.
October 2023 Social Media Recap
Happy October 2023! View news, upcoming items, and The Focus Foundation happenings in our October social media recap.
New 47,XXY Research Published Dr. Carole Samango-Sprouse
New 47,XXY Research Published Dr. Carole Samango-Sprouse. Learn more.
An eXtraordinarY Night Recap
The Focus Foundation shares An eXtraordinarY Night Recap. Thank you to the organizers, sponsors, and all those who attended!
New Year’s Brunch
Read more about a parent’s first mistake of the year and how when things don’t go as planned, they can still work out for good.
Holiday Expectations for Parents of Children with Genetic Differences
Parent, Ann Worley, shares her perspective on managing Holiday Expectations with a medically complex child.
The Focus Foundation’s 2022 End of Year Updates
The Focus Foundation’s 2022 End of Year Updates sends thank yous to supporters and shares our year’s accomplishments.
Giving Tuesday 2022
November 29th is Giving Tuesday 2022! Save the date for this special day of giving for The Focus Foundation. Learn how you can contribute.
October, Halloween, Pumpkins & Disabilities Awareness
October is Halloween & Disabilities Awareness Month! Learn how to celebrate with a child diagnosed with an XY chromosome variation disorder.
2022 Oktoberfest Student Ambassador Award Recipient
The Focus Foundation would like you to meet and get to know the 2022 Oktoberfest Student Ambassador Award Recipient!
October Social Media Recap
Happy October! Take a look at news, upcoming items, and what The Focus Foundation has been up to lately in our October social media recap.
Neurocognitive Study of Boys with 47,XXY or Klinefelter Syndrome
Neurocognitive Study of Boys with 47XXY, or Klinefelter Syndrome, recently published by Journal of Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics!
Early Hormonal Treatment (EHT) Parent Success Story
The Focus Foundation thanks our wonderful parent Amy M. for sharing their parent success story of Early Hormonal Treatment (EHT) with Testosterone “T-shots”.
July Social Media Recap
July has flown by! The Focus Foundation has been on the go and is excited to share some fun happenings on our July social media recap.
Early Detection and Treatment for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
The Focus Foundation’s article on early detection of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) has hit 500 reads! We are ecstatic to watch our goals of increasing awareness become a reality.
Ann Worley Shares Her X and Y Chromosome Variation Awareness Story
Read more about the X and Y Chromosome Variation Awareness Month from a parent’s, Ann Worley, perspective.
May Important Dates Blog
The Focus Foundation enjoys sharing fun facts, news, and more! Check out our May important dates blog to learn more.
April Social Media Recap
The Focus Foundation has been busy and is very excited to share some fun facts, news, and interesting happenings on our April social media recap.
March Social Media Recap
The Focus Foundation loves sharing information, activities, ideas, and more! Read our social media recap to view some of our 2022 favorites.
The Staircase
In hopes of creating more peace on earth and goodwill in our homes, I invite you to join me in this challenge to ‘take’ this holiday season rather than ‘give’.
Holiday Season “Take” Challenge
In hopes of creating more peace on earth and goodwill in our homes, I invite you to join me in this challenge to ‘take’ this holiday season rather than ‘give’.
Bucksbaum Family Research Center Ribbon Cutting
The Bucksbaum Family Research Center is NOW OPEN! Please view our ribbon-cutting ceremony that took place on October 25, 2021.
Celebrating Bonds with Dogs
Did you know? National Mustard Day is on August 7, 2021! The Focus Foundation shared interesting facts and fun activities about mustard. Read more.
National Mustard Day
Did you know? National Mustard Day is on August 7, 2021! The Focus Foundation shared interesting facts and fun activities about mustard. Read more.
2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo in 2021
The 2020 Summer Olympics in Tokyo has finally begun on July 23, 2021! The Focus Foundation shared some history, fun facts, and activities about the Olympics. Learn more.
National Ice Cream Day and Month
Have a fun National Ice Cream Day and National Ice Cream Month! Celebrate with the Focus Foundation’s delicious recipes, fun facts, and some fun books to read. Learn more.
Enjoy a Teddy Bear Picnic This National Picnic Month!
July is National Picnic Month! The Focus Foundation shares some great treat ideas and activity tips to have a fun Teddy Bear picnic this summer!
Fourth of July – Celebrate Our Birthday!
Have a Happy Fourth of July! Celebrate this fun day with the Focus Foundation’s tips on activities and some fun books to read. Learn more.
National Sunglasses Day
June 27th is National Sunglasses Day! Keep your eyes healthy and celebrate this fun day with the Focus Foundation by learning some history and fun facts. Read more.
Celebrate Father’s Day
The Focus Foundation sends well wishes for a Happy Father’s Day to all Fathers, Grandfathers, and father figures. Read more to learn an easy dessert recipe.
National Yo-Yo Day
June 6th is National Yo-Yo Day. The Focus Foundation celebrates this fun day by sharing some history and fun facts. Read to learn more.
Fun Origami Dart Paper Airplane Activity
The Focus Foundation shares a fun origami dart paper airplane activity. Follow the steps to learn how to make it yourself. Read more.
Cicada Invasion
After 17 years of being underground, in the coming weeks, billions of cicadas will emerge. The Focus Foundation shares some fun facts and activities about the upcoming cicada invasion. Learn more.
May Awareness
The Focus Foundation is celebrating 15 years! With your help, valuable research is happening. Raise fun, funds, and awareness. Learn more about how you can help!
The Focus Foundation’s Happy Mother’s Day Coupons and Ideas
Happy Mother’s Day from The Focus Foundation. Celebrate this special day with these fun coupons and ideas to show how much you care. Read more.
Dr. Samango-Sprouse Joined Virtual Festschrift Honoring Dr. John M. Graham Jr.
The Focus Foundation’s very own Dr. Samango-Sprouse was honored to be a part of Dr. John M. Graham Jr.’s virtual Festschrift. Read more.
April is Autism Month
April is World Autism Month! Help spread autism awareness and inclusion by learning more and doing some daily acts of kindness.
Early Hormonal Treatment (EHT) Effects on Language Deficiencies in Boys with 47,XXY 5 Years and Under
The Focus Foundation has published an article in Genetics and Medicine which shows early hormonal treatment (EHT) can improve receptive and expressive language capabilities in boys with 47,XXY!
Spring Runs Forward!
Spring is here! This April for World Autism Awareness Month, learn some great facts about an amazing athlete, some fun activities you can try, and more!
Autism Awareness Day
Autism Awareness Day is April 2nd. Dr. Samango-Sprouse reported on a new screening method to detect infants at risk for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).
17th Annual 49er Conference
Covid-19 has greatly impacted us all and we are so happy to be back with our 49er families for the 17th Annual 49er Conference and Clinic in 2021! Register and learn more.
Spring Scavenger Hunt
Spring is here and we have some awesome scavenger hunt projects for kids! Print the sheet to get started.
Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
March 20 is Mr. Rogers’ birthday. Let’s take a look at some ways we can make friends and be kind to one another.
Spring Celebrations
Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s Party!” ~Robin Williams. See what’s celebrated this season!
Valentine’s Day STEAM Craft
Build sculptures using paper strip hearts as a fun Valentine’s Day craft, or turn it into a cool engineering challenge.
Long Winter
From Groundhog Day to the Full Snow Moon, this February is looking to have a long and chilly winter.
High School Student Runs Marathon for 49ers
Brigid Muller, a senior at Walter Panas High School in Cortlandt Manor, NY, ran The Marine Corps Marathon on the weekend in support of her cousin.
Recommended Kid Books on Diversity
We all live in the one world together. Let’s see how we’re different in some ways and the same in other ways. Here are some recommended books on diversity for your kids.
DeXY’s Corner – February Apps for Kids
We have put together a list of apps for kids that enhance your children’s emerging skills and that they will absolutely adore.
DeXY’s Corner – February Fine Motor Skills
Fine Motor Skills are most often associated with the small muscles in the fingers, hands, and forearms. However, the development of other parts of the body can also play a role in fostering good coordination and accuracy.
DeXY’s Corner – February Take Time To Rhyme
Did you know that something as fun as rhyming is an important step on the path to reading? This simple play with words is an important stage in preliteracy.
DeXY’s Corner – February Dental Health Month
Being a dentist is a wonderful career choice. It means you want to help people be mouth healthy and make a difference in their health and well-being.