The We Can Be Association was established in 2020 by a team of pediatric therapists and parents that saw a need for financial assistance to families and children with special needs to cover expenses not covered by their insurance. We Can Be Association strives to provide support for families regardless of financial status to make sure all children have access to the care they need and not let the financial burden affect a child's access to care and equipment that can better their quality of life.

We are made up of a small group of volunteers. We are always looking for additional volunteers and fundraising ideas. Please reach out if you are interested in helping our cause for the children in Eastern NC. 

Board of Directors 

President

• Dr. Erin Henry, PT, DPT
• Affiliations: Cardiac Rhythm Clinical Specialist with Medtronic; Former Pediatric Physical Therapist
• Resides in New Bern, NC

 

Vice President/Secretary

• Dr. Jennifer Aufiero, PT, DPT
• Affiliations: Physical Therapist at TheraPlay Junction, Inc. 
• Resides in New Bern, NC 

 

Treasurer & Grant Officer

• Christina Hart
• Affiliations: Parent of child with special needs, Instructor at Bearfeet Experience
• Resides in New Bern, NC

 

Community Outreach

• Jane Dail
• Affiliations: Owner of Inner Banks Appraisals, Former Board Member and current volunteer for non-profit organizations in the community
• Resides in Trent Woods, NC

Children’s Museum Liaison

• Karen Zacherus
• Affiliations: Retired Preschool Director, Director of Education and Special Events at the Children’s Museum of New Bern
• Resides in New Bern, NC

 

Our board is not paid and consists of volunteers that hope to make an impact in our community.