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Fred Rogers Quotes

Fred Rogers Quotes Remarks at Dedication

Fred Rogers Quotes

Fred Rogers

Honorary Chairman of the Caring Foundation from its inception in 1985 until his death in 2003


"Anyone who does anything to help a child in this life is a hero to me."

-Fred Rogers

"In this place people are surrounded by others who remind them that it's all right to be who they are at that moment. That is so important for children-and adults."

-Fred Rogers speaking at the Caring Place Dedication in Pittsburgh

"I often wonder how much violence there is in this world due to unresolved grief."

-Fred Rogers

"Children need to talk about their feelings. It's healthy to talk about their feelings. And there are wonderful people in this world who want to help. I'm very grateful to be able to be a part of this marvelous Caring Place."

-Fred Rogers speaking at the Caring Place Dedication in Erie, Pennsylvania

"We show our love to our children by helping them to grow up healthy."

-Fred Rogers

"It is only natural
that we and our children
find many things hard to talk about.

But anything human is mentionable
and anything mentionable
can be manageable.

The mentioning can be difficult,
and the managing too,
but both can be done
if we're surrounded
by love and trust."

-Fred Rogers