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Gales Ferry Resident Visits with Caring Santa at Crystal Mall
Caring Santa provides families that have children with special needs the opportunity to connect with Santa in a comforting environment
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Crystal Mall in Waterford, CT, hosted Caring Santa on Sunday, December 4th to spread holiday cheer and create family memories. Caring Santa is dedicated to providing families a subdued and welcoming environment for children with special needs to visit with Santa. Many steps are taken to reduce sensory triggers, creating a more comforting environment for the children’s visit.
Max Withrow, age 13 of Gales Ferry, CT, was excited to go over his Christmas list with Santa at Crystal Mall’s Caring Santa event on Sunday, December 4th.