Therapy and Food for children with Autism in Kenya

Dear Friend,

Thanks to the continued generosity of our supporters, Step Up 4 Autism has reached an important milestone over the past three months. We have expanded our free therapy program from serving 30 children each week to 50 children each week at our Mathare Therapy Centre. These children, most of whom come from low-income communities, now have increased access to occupational, speech, and play therapy services that were previously beyond the reach of their families.

Alongside therapy, our nutrition support program has continued to grow. More families are now participating in our bi-monthly food distribution, and we have seen a significant increase in community awareness about the important role nutrition plays in supporting children with autism and other developmental disabilities. Parents and caregivers are increasingly seeking information on healthy diets, early intervention, and consistent therapy, helping create a stronger support network within the community.

As demand for our services continues to rise, we expect to reach even more children and families during the next reporting period. The growing number of referrals and community engagement gives us confidence that, with your continued support, we will be able to expand both our therapy and nutrition programs to serve many more vulnerable families in the months ahead. Thank you for making this progress possible.

Kind Regards,
Ruth Tenai
President

Dear Friend,

During the first quarter of 2026, our initiative continued to provide essential nutritional support and specialized therapy to children with autism across Kenya. By integrating consistent meal programs with tailored therapeutic interventions, we have observed marked improvements in the physical health and behavioral stability of our beneficiaries. These efforts remain focused on reducing the developmental barriers faced by neurodivergent children in underserved communities.

Community engagement has been a cornerstone of our progress over the last three months. We have successfully expanded our outreach to families, providing them with the resources and education necessary to support their children’s unique needs at home. This holistic approach ensures that the impact of our therapy sessions is reinforced by a supportive domestic environment, fostering long-term growth and resilience for the children in our care.

As we conclude this reporting period in March 2026, our team remains committed to scaling these vital services despite ongoing logistical challenges.Moving forward, we aim to enhance our local partnerships to secure more sustainable food sources and specialized medical equipment, ensuring that every child in the program receives the highest standard of care.

Through Your support we aim to add 50 more children to the program in the next quater.

Kind Regards,
Ruth Tenai
President-Step Up 4 Autism.