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The Mall of New Hampshire Hosts Caring Santa!

The Mall of New Hampshire provided a welcoming environment for children with special needs to visit with Santa!

On Sunday, December 7th, The Mall of New Hampshire hosted a Caring Santa event dedicated to providing families a subdued and welcoming environment for children with special needs to visit with Santa. Many steps were taken to reduce sensory triggers, creating a more comforting environment for the children’s magical visit with Santa. It was a wonderful day for all in attendance.

PHOTO 1- Brayden Davis, 4, son of Maria and Ben Davis of Allenstown, NH, shared his favorite toy with Santa during The Mall of New Hampshire’s Caring Santa event on Sunday, December 7th. Caring Santa provided families with a subdued and welcoming environment for children with special needs to visit with Santa.

PHOTO 2- Fourteen year old Joshua, son of Ann Cunningham of Manchester, NH, listened intently to Santa’s secret, during The Mall of New Hampshire’s Caring Santa event on Sunday, December 7th. Caring Santa provided families with a subdued and welcoming environment for children with special needs to visit with Santa.

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PHOTO 3- Four year old Justin holds his sister, seven year old Danielle, tight with excitement as they pose with their nine year old brother Austin and Santa. Caring Santa provided families with a subdued and welcoming environment for children with special needs to visit with Santa.

From left to right: Danielle, Justin, Austin (Merrimack, NH)

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