We share how a roadside assist leads into a bigger story: building a specialized childcare center for medically fragile kids and their siblings, and the community effort making it real. Sheila explains the gaps, the licensing maze, and the fundraiser pushing the project across the line.

• the regional childcare shortfall and why complex medical needs are excluded
• how Gunner’s Place pairs RN and LPN staffing with trained childcare
• facility secured and full remodel plan to meet standards
• Nebraska licensing steps and unclear ratios for this model
• Big Idea win as validation and community visibility
• fundraiser details, auction highlights, and where funds go
• accepting waivers and offering respite care with notice
• siblings welcomed for one-drop convenience and family stability
• early-to-late weekday hours with room to expand
• where to follow updates: billboard, Facebook, gunnersplace.org, chamber site
• Rising Stars as a local leadership and culture builder

February 28 at Eunice Conference Center South — Dining with Gunner’s Place. Visit gunnersplace.org or find us on Facebook for details