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WJCS Autism Center
After-School & Weekend Programs
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Hi Families,
We hope that you've had a wonderful summer! Here is our special edition WJCS Autism Center After-School and Weekend Programs Guide 2013-2014. We wish you all a healthy, safe and fun new school year!
If you're interested in any of the Autism Center programs or would like to gain more resources, please contact Lee Englander, M.A., Program Coordinator, Autism Center at lenglander@wjcs.com (914) 761-0600 ext. 228.
*This list is not an endorsement of any services or programs, but rather a resource for families and professionals to learn of upcoming events that have been made known to us.*
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PLEASE CHECK WITH PROVIDERS FOR START DATES, SCHEDULE CHANGES, AND CANCELLATIONS.
WJCS PROGRAMS ARE INDICATED*
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WJCS After-School & Weekend Programs
*Fad 1 and FAD 2 - Family Advocacy (social skills/recreational)
Agency: WJCS Autism Center
Location: 845 North Broadway, White Plains, NY
Age Range: 8th - 12th grades Description: FAMILY ADVOCACY (FAD) is a social, recreational, skills-based group for adolescents on the autism spectrum and their families. Meeting twice-monthly on Thursday evenings in a club-like format, participants engage in experiential activities planned to enhance social, recreational and independent living skills. Monthly professionally guided parent groups offer education, preparation for transition into the adult world, formal and informal supports, networking and problem-solving opportunities. Contact: For more information, please contact Kari Phillips, Assistant Program Director, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 477 or e-mail kphillips@wjcs.com
*Girls Night Out (social skills)Agency:WJCS Autism Center Location:845 North Broadway, White Plains, NY
Age Range: 10-13
Description: Girls Night Out is a social club for girls 10 - 13 on the autistic spectrum. Girls will have the opportunity to socialize, meet new friends, and connect with others! Moms will be able to relax, socialize, and share experiences.
Contact: For more information, please contact Lee Englander, Program Coordinator, at (914) 761-0600 ext. 228 or email lenglander@wjcs.com
*Grandparent Support Group
Agency: WJCS Autism Center
Location: 845 North Broadway, White Plains, NY
Age Range: For grandparents of children with Autism
Description: Monthly meetings are held to share experiences, provide mutual support, discuss resources and strategies concerning a variety of topics including behavior, family dynamic, recreation, and services.
Contact: For more information, please contact Lee Englander, Program Coordinator, at (914) 761-0600 ext. 228 or email lenglander@wjcs.com
*Healthy Relationships and Sexuality Group
Agency: WJCS
Location: 141 North Central Avenue, Hartsdale, NY
Age Range: teens and young adults
Description: HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY GROUP is a 10 week workshop for teens and young adults with developmental disabilities including autism. Groups are designed to help individuals understand their maturing bodies, safe expression of their feelings as sexual beings and reduce vulnerability and potential for exploitation. Several groups are being formed for the Fall 2013.
Contact: For more information, please contact Kari Phillips, Assistant Program Director, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 477 or email kphillips@wjcs.com
*Moving Forward (social/ recreational)
Agency: WJCS
Location: 141 North Central Avenue, Hartsdale, NY
Age Range: 21+
Description: An informal social and recreational group for adults with developmental disabilities that meets weekly.
Contact: For more information, please contact Kari Phillips, Assistant Program Director, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 477 or email kphillips@wjcs.com
*Recreate and Relate (social/recreational)
Agency: WJCS and JCC on Hudson
Location: 371 S. Broadway, Tarrytown, NY
Age Range: Teens
Description: RECREATE AND RELATE (R&R) is a twice-monthly Saturday afternoon social club for teens where they will have the opportunity to socialize over snack, make new friends and practice social skills in a supportive, fun environment! Each week, teens participate in structured recreational activities and social skill building. Activities will be determined with the group but will include time in the gym, Wii, air hockey, and board games. There will also be scheduled trips into the community. This group is run in collaboration with the JCC on the Hudson.
Contact: For more information, please contact Pat Grossman, Program Director, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 455 or email pgrossman@wjcs.com
*Parent Management Training (PMT)
Agency: WJCS
Location: locations vary
Age Range: For parents of children on the autistic spectrum
Description: PMT is a 12 session evidence based parent behavior management training group. Parents will learn new ways to understand their child's behavior and will practice skills and techniques for effectively handling problem behaviors.
Contact: For more information, please call Norma Litman, LCSW, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 408 or email nlitman@wjcs.com
*Project Lifesaver
Agency: WJCS Autism Center
Location: 845 North Broadway White Plains, NY
Age Range: Children - Adults who have a history of wandering
Description: Project Lifesaver is a wristband transmitter program for children and adults diagnosed with ASD and other developmental disabilities who wander.
Contact: For more information, contact Lee Englander, Program Coordinator, at (914) 761-0600 ext. 228 lenglander@wjcs.com.
*Spectrum Baseball (baseball)
Agency: Miracle League of Westchester & WJCS
Location: Games are held at Miracle Field-Ridge Road Park, Hartsdale, NY
Age Range: 5+
Description: The Miracle League and WJCS offer a free, non-competitive league for children with an autism spectrum disorder. The league uses a "buddy" system where each player is paired with an able-bodied peer.
Contact: For more information, please call (914) 960-6391
Website: www.mlwny.org
*Supper Club (social/recreational)
Agency: WJCS Autism Center
Location: a variety of eateries in downtown White Plains
Age Range: Young adults 18 - 35
Description: This informal social and recreational group meets twice a month to help develop social skills, improve connections with others, and reinforce strengths. The relaxed setting allows members to come together in a non-threatening environment to share their personal experiences, gain emotional support, insight and strategies for coping with the daily struggles of work, family, and friends.
Contact: For more information, please contact Lee Englander, Program Coordinator, at (914) 761-0600 ext. 228 or email lenglander@wjcs.com
*Support Group
Agency: WJCS Autism Center
Location: 141 N. Central Avenue, Hartsdale, NY
Age Range: For parents of school age children
Description: Each month we offer a presentation on a relevant topic or service, followed by a group discussion.
Contact: For more information, please contact Lee Englander, Program Coordinator, at (914) 761-0600 ext. 228 or email lenglander@wjcs.com
*Therapeutic Social Skills (TSS) Groups (social skills)
Agency: WJCS
Location: locations vary
Age Range: Children 4-14 on the autistic spectrum
Description: A variety of social skills groups based on age and ability for children diagnosed with ASD. Teaches essential social skills and provides for a supportive atmosphere in which youngsters can practice their skills. A bi-weekly parent support group accompanies these groups.
Contact: For more information, contact Kari Phillips, Assistant Program Director, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 477 or email kphillips@wjcs.com
*YAD B'YAD (Hand-in-Hand) (social skills)
Agency: Congregation Kol Ami and WJCS
Location: 252 Soundview Ave., White Plains, NY
Age Range: Teens, 7th-12th grades
Description: A synagogue-based inclusive program for Jewish teenagers with developmental challenges that focuses on social skills and Jewish education.
Contact: For more information, call Jessica Yablow, Yad B'Yad Program Director, at (914) 949-4717
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For Children Under 5
Angelfish Therapy (swimming)
Agency: Angelfish Therapy
Location: White Plains NY, Manhattan NY, Stamford/Greenwich CT, Norwalk CT, Westport CT, Wilton CT, and Danbury CT
Age Range: 2-17
Description: Angelfish Therapy helps children with a variety of sensory, motor, speech, and learning issues reach their full potential through fun and challenging aquatic therapy sessions, specialized swim instruction, and even land-based therapy.
Contact: For more information, call (203) 545-0024 or email info@angelfishtherapy.com
Website: www.AngelfishTherapy.com/
Artsmarts with Miss Patti (art and music)
Agency: Ms. Patti's Artsmarts
Location: Varies throughout Northern Westchester County
Age Range: 3-5
Description: ArtSmart is a combination of art and music, focusing on recreating famous artworks and making our own original music. Children with special needs welcome with a SEIT or parent accompanying them. Each case is discussed on an individual basis.
Contact: For more information, contact Miss Patti at (646) 234-5995 or email patti@nyartsmart.com.
Website: www.nyartsmart.com
Heartsong (art and music)
Agency: Heartsong
Location: 277 Martine Avenue Suite #230 White Plains, NY
Age Range: 18 months-3 years, 3 years+
Description: Heartsong is nationally recognized for its program that utilizes the powerful tools of music therapy and art therapy which enable children with disabilities to express themselves. Heartsong uses music and art in its many forms and styles to nurture a child's emotional, physical, sensory and cognitive development.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 358-5613 or email info@heartsong.org
Website: www.heartsong.org
Ice Skating Lessons (ice skating)
Agency: Fairfield Ice Academy
Location: 85 Mill Plain Road Fairfield, CT
Age Range: All Ages
Description: Private, Semi-private, and Small Group lessons; focus on children with disabilities.
Contact: For more information, call (203) 254-8399.
Website: http://www.sportsplexatfairfield.com/index.php/ice-skating/special-needs
JCC of Mid-Westchester Saturday/Sunday and Afterschool Enrichment Programs
Agency: JCC of Mid-Westchester
Location: 999 Wilmot Road, Scarsdale, NY
Age Range: 5 and below, Pre-K-12 years
Description: The JCC of Mid-Westchester offers Saturday, Sunday and Afterschool Enrichment programs for children with developmental disabilities. Sunday Funday is an all-inclusive social-skills based program featuring sports, gymnastics, social skills, speech, art, computers, and theater.
The JCC also offers a Nursery School Towards Tomorrow program for children with special needs, aging from 2.9-5 years of age.
Contact: For more information, contact Charley Moskowitz at (914) 472-3300 ext. 361 or moskowitzc@jccmw.org
Website: www.jccmw.org
The Kidz Club (social skills)
Agency: Alcott School
Location: 27 Crane Road, Scarsdale, NY
Age Range: 3-6
Description: Kidz Club is designed to teach social skills to preschool - Kindergarten children who need support to engage appropriately in typical play situations on the playground, with playmates, etc. The Kidz Club parents group meets during the hour Kidz Club is in session.
Contact: For more information, contact Maria Francella mfrancella@alcottschool.org or Monica Zenda mzenda@alcottschool.org
Website: http://www.alcottschool.org/programs/kidz_club.html
Moving Wheels and Heels (dance)
Agency: Steffi Nossen School of Dance
Location: 216 Central Avenue, White Plains, NY
Age Range: 3+
Description: An integrated dance class for students of all abilities, wheelchair & stand-up, to explore the joy of movement. Combines technique, improvisation, and movement. Classes arranged by age level.
Contact Person: For more information, contact Judy Ross at (914) 328-1900 or email info@steffinossen.org.
Website: www.steffinossen.org
Multi-sensory Play/Connections Group (social skills)
Agency: Dramatic Pragmatics Speech and Language Center
Location: 111 Bowman Avenue, Rye Brook, NY
Age Range: 3-5
Description: Weekly multi-sensory skill building groups to help our younger students develop age-appropriate social, play, and language skills through structured movement, art, drama, and music activities.
Contact Person: For more information, call (914) 305-1210 or email dramaticpragmatics@gmail.com.
Website: www.dramaticpragmatics.com
Pegasus Therapeutic Riding (horseback riding)
Agency: Pegasus Therapeutic Riding
Location: Farm locations include Pleasantville, Brewster, Greenwich CT, and Darien CT
Age Range: 4+
Description: Provides therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with special needs. This program offers therapeutic riding as well as non-riding activities.
Contact: For more information call (845) 669-8235
Website: www.pegasustr.org
Social Butterflies Social Skills Groups (social skills)
Agency: Social Butterflies
Location: Sessions held in Briarcliff Manor, NY
Age Range: Pre-K - 5
Description: Social Butterflies is a social skills group working with preschool and elementary aged children who have a variety of communication and social/emotional delays. We dedicate our sessions towards reaching the ultimate goals of independence, confidence, and comfort.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 382-7091 or email socialway6@aol.com.
Website: www.sbflies.com
Social Skills Classes
Agency: Sociable Kidz
Location: 1600 Harrison Ave, Ste 105, Mamaroneck, NY
Age Range: 4 -12
Description: Social skills-so essential, yet so difficult for many kids to master. The good news is that social skills can be learned, and nobody teaches them more effectively than Sociable Kidz, an acclaimed social-skills program founded by kindergarten teacher Susan Hendler in 2010 to serve children ages 4 to 12. The program uses proven techniques and methods-in ways that are fun, interesting, and age-appropriate for kids, such as games and role-playing-to help children improve their self-esteem, make friends, make eye contact while talking to others, learn to share, and more. Many other concerns, such as social isolation and bullying, are addressed, too.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 502-3295 or email sociablekidz@sociablekidz.com
Website: Sociablekidz.com
South East Consortium (recreational)
Agency: South East Consortium for Special Services
Location: 740 W. Boston Post Road, Mamaroneck, NY
Age Range: 4+
Description: South East Consortium is a not-for-profit community-based organization dedicated to providing therapeutic recreation programs and leisure-related services to children and adults with disabilities and special needs residing in our member municipalities.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 698-5232
Website: www.secrec.org
*Therapeutic Social Skills (TSS) Groups (social skills)
Agency: WJCS
Location: locations vary
Age Range: Children 4-14 on the autistic spectrum
Description: A variety of social skills groups based on age and ability for children diagnosed with ASD. Teaches essential social skills and provides for a supportive atmosphere in which youngsters can practice their skills. A bi-weekly parent support group accompanies these groups.
Contact: For more information, contact Kari Phillips, Assistant Program Director, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 477 or email kphillips@wjcs.com
Westchester Gymnastics (gymnastics)
Agency: Westchester Gymnastics
Location: 5 Skyline Drive Hawthorne, NY
Age Range: 18 Months - 5 Years
Description: Classes for children with special needs
Contact: For more information, call (914) 592-2324
Website: www.westchestergymnastics.net
YAI Autism Center and Elahi Yoga (dance and cooking)
Agency: YAI Autism Center
Location: New York City, NY
Age Range: 3+
Description: In conjuction with Elahi Yoga, YAI Autism Center is offering yoga/ballet, yoga/dance, and cooking classes.
Contact: For more information, call 1-888-YAI-Autism to learn about autism services for children, adults and families in the New York metropolitan area or call 212-273-6182 to learn more about recreational services available through the YAI Network.
Website: www.yai.org
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For Children Over 5
Adapted Aquatics (swimming)
Agency: Pace University
Location: Pace University - Pleasantville Campus
Age Range: Children
Description: Customizing in a wide range of disabilities including, but not limited to, sensory, mental, motor, impairments, and water phobia.
Contact: For more information, call Katherine Palladino, Aquatics Director, at (914) 773-3280 or email kpalladino@pace.edu.
Angelfish Therapy (swimming)
Agency: Angelfish Therapy
Location: White Plains NY, Manhattan NY, Stamford/Greenwich CT, Norwalk CT, Westport CT, Wilton CT, and Danbury CT
Age Range: 2-17
Description: Angelfish Therapy helps children with a variety of sensory, motor, speech, and learning issues reach their full potential through fun and challenging aquatic therapy sessions, specialized swim instruction, and innovative summer camps.
Contact: For more information, call (203) 545-0024 or email info@angelfishtherapy.com
Dramatic Pragmatics Social Language Groups (social/speech & language) Agency: Dramatic Pragmatics Speech and Language Center Location: 111 Bowman Avenue, Rye Brook, NY Age Range: 5+ Description: Weekly multi-sensory skill building groups to help our younger students develop age-appropriate social, play, and language skills through structured movement, art, drama, and music activities. Contact: For more information, call (914) 305-1210 or email DramaticPragmatics@gmail.com Website: www.dramaticpragmatics.com The Friendship Circle (Jewish recreational)
Agency: Chabad Lubavitch of Westchester County
Location: Throughout Westchester; Headquarters: 1 Chase Rd., Scarsdale, NY
Age Range: 5+
Description: The Friendship Circle reaches out and extends a helping hand to families whose children have special needs and involves them in a full range of Jewish and social experiences. The program matches children with teenage mentors.
Contact: For more information, please call (914) 437-5762
Website: http://www.chabadofwestchester.com/templates/section_cdo/aid/1329467/jewish/Friendship-Circle.htm
Get Social (Social Skills) Agency: Rosenthal JCC of Northern Westchester Location: 600 Bear Ridge Road, Pleasantville Age Range: K-2nd grade Description: This unique activity class is designed to facilitate positive peer interaction in a small, structured setting. This class will help children gain confidence with their peers in social situations. Contact: For more information, contact Jennifer Ruoff at (914) 741-0333 ext. 29 Website: http://www.rosenthaljcc.org/jcc-classes/special-needs/get-social/
*Girls Night Out (social skills)
Agency: WJCS Autism Family Center
Location: 845 North Broadway, White Plains, NY
Age Range: 10-13 Description: Girls Night Out is a social club for girls 10 - 13 on the autistic spectrum. Girls will have the opportunity to socialize, meet new friends, and connect with others! Moms will be able to relax, socialize, and share experiences. Contact: For more information, please contact Lee Englander, Program Coordinator, at (914) 761-0600 ext. 228 or email lenglander@wjcs.com Gym Buddies (social/recreational) Agency: Rosenthal JCC of Northern Westchester Location: 600 Bear Ridge Road, Pleasantville Age Range: K-4th grade Description: This inclusion program is your chance to play with the big kids. Children play in the gym with tweens and teens who act as role models and engage the children through games and activities. Contact: For more information, contact Jennifer Ruoff at (914) 741-0333 ext. 29
Website: http://www.rosenthaljcc.org/events/2013/10/06/events/gym-buddies/ Heartsong (music) Agency: Heartsong Location: 277 Martine Avenue, Suite #230 White Plains, NY Age Range: 3+ Description: Heartsong is nationally recognized for its program that utilizes the powerful tools of music therapy and art therapy, enabling children with disabilities to express themselves. This is accomplished by using music and art, in its many forms and styles, to nurture a child's emotional, physical, sensory and cognitive development. Contact: For more information, call (914) 358-5613 or email info@heartsong.org Website: www.heartsong.org Ice Skating Lessons (ice skating) Agency: Fairfield Ice Academy Location: 85 Mill Plain Rd. Fairfield, CT Age Range: All ages Description: Private, Semi-private, and Small Group lessons; focus on children with disabilities. Contact: For more information, call (203) 254-8399. Website: http://www.sportsplexatfairfield.com/index.php/ice-skating/special-needs Magic To Do Players (theater) Agency: Westco Productions Location: 9 Romar Avenue, White Plains, NY Age Range: 8 - early 20s Description: A full theater arts program for persons with developmental disabilities offering instruction in dancing, singing, improvisation, speaking and acting skills. Contact: For more information, call (914) 495-4521 Website: www.westcoproductions.org The Meeting House (social/recreational) Agency: The Meeting House Location: NYC Age Range: 6-12 Description: The Meeting House is a recreational after-school organization providing community for children who need help with socialization and communication through exciting group classes and integrated after-school programming Contact: For more information, call the program administrator at (212) 355-1908 Website: www.themeetinghouseafterschool.org Moving Wheels and Heels (dance) Agency: Steffi Nossen School of Dance Location: 216 Central Avenue White Plains, NY Age Range: 3 - Adult Description: An integrated dance class for students of all abilities, wheelchair & stand-up, to explore the joy of movement. Combines technique, improvisation, and movement. Classes arranged by age level. Contact Person: For more information, contact Judy Ross at (914) 328-1900 or email info@steffinossen.org. Website: www.steffinossen.org Nor-West Regional Special Services (recreational) Agency: Nor-West Regional Special Services Location: Open to residents of Cortland, Ossining, Peekskill, and Yorktown Age Range: 5-23 Description: Nor-west offers a variety of recreational programs. Contact: For more information, call (914) 737-4797. Website: www.nor-west.org Rise Above (musical theater program) Agency: Rosenthal JCC of Northern Westchester Location: 600 Bear Ridge Road, Pleasantville Age Range: K-6th grades
Description: Learn the basics of musical theater, self confidence, and how to perform. Elementary school-age children will learn to work together, follow instructions, learn songs and simple dance steps and more in this fun, relaxed environment. Friends and families will enjoy an end-of-session presentation!
Production and direction from Michelle Morgenthal and Noah Silverman, teenage theater experts who have performed throughout Westchester! Oversight by a certified special education teacher and supervised by a licensed social worker.
Contact: For an intake interview, contact Jennifer Ruoff at (914) 741-0333 ext. 29 or JRuoff@rosenthaljcc.org
Saturday Explorers (social/recreational) Agency: Cerebral Palsy of Westchester Location: 1186 King St. Rye Brook, NY Age Range: 5-10 Description: Saturday Explorers offers children on the autistic spectrum the chance to increase socialization with an emphasis on educational structured play. Contact: For more information, contact Denise Avolio, Program Coordinator, at (917) 937-3800 ext. 414 or email denise.avolio@cpwestchester.org Website: http://cpwestchester.org/agencyservices.asp?menu=17 Saturday Night Out (social/recreational) Agency: JCC on the Hudson Location: 371 South Broadway Tarrytown, NY Age Range: 10 - 13 Description: This supervised program offers kids a venue to socialize on the weekends with their friends. Parents drop off their child at a designated place which might be bowling, movies, sport events, local plays or a restaurant. Children begin to build independence as they learn how to manage money, behave in a safe and appropriate manner in the community, and interact with one another during fun social activities. Contact: For more information, contact Mindy S. Cohen, Director of Special Needs, at (914) 366-7898 ext. 108. Website: www.JCConthehudson.org Sensational Sundays (swimming/recreational) Agency: YWCA of White Plains Location: 515 North Street, White Plains, NY Age Range: 5+ Description: Programs include swimming, music lessons, and Sunday recreation. Contact Person: For more information, contact the Director of Special Services at (914) 949-6227 ext. 108. Website: http://www.ywcawhiteplains.org/html/special_programs.html SKIP Mini-vacation Program (Special Kids Interesting Places) Agency: JCC on the Hudson Location: Tarrytown, NY Age Range: K-6th grades Description: SKIP is a full day school vacation program specially staffed and modified to provide children with developmental disabilities and delays the opportunity to participate in Vacation Sensations and Vacation SPORTSations. Intakes are required. Register for as many or as few days as you'd like. Each day begins and ends at the JCC. Contact: For more information, contact Mindy S. Cohen, Director of Special Needs, at mcohen@jcconthehudson.org Website:www.JCConthehudson.org Social Butterflies Social Skills Groups Agency: Social Butterflies Location: Sessions held in Briarcliff Manor, NY Age Range: Pre-K - 5 Description: Social Butterflies is a social skills group working with preschool and elementary aged children who have a variety of communication and social/emotional delays. We dedicate our sessions towards reaching the ultimate goals of independence, confidence, and comfort. Contact: For more information, call (914) 382-7091 or email socialway6@aol.com Website: www.sbflies.com South East Consortium (recreational) Agency: South East Consortium for Special Services Location: 740 W. Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY Age Range: 4+ Description: South East Consortium is a not-for-profit community-based organization dedicated to providing therapeutic recreation programs and leisure-related services to children and adults with disabilities and special needs residing in our member municipalities. Contact: For more information, call (914) 698-5232 or email info@secrec.org Website: www.secrec.org SPARC, Inc. Youth Programs (recreational) Agency: SPARC, Inc. Location: Yorktown Heights, NY Age Range: Grades K - 6 Description: SPARC provides social, recreational and therapeutic services for youth and adults with developmental disabilities. Programs for children include KIDZ Time, SIBS Time, and Making Strides (horseback riding). Contact: For more information, call (914) 243-0583. Website: www.sparcinc.org *Spectrum Baseball (baseball) Agency: Miracle League of Westchester & WJCS
Location: Games are held at Miracle Field-Ridge Road Park Hartsdale, NY
Age Range: 5+
Description: The Miracle League and WJCS offer a free, non-competitive league for children with an autism spectrum disorder. The league uses a "buddy" system where each player is paired with an able-bodied peer.
Contact: For more information, please call (914) 960-6391
Sunday/Funday (social skills) Agency: JCC of Mid-Westchester Location: 999 Wilmot Road Scarsdale, NY Age Range: Pre-K - 7th grade Description: Sunday/Funday is an all-inclusive social-skills based program featuring sports, gymnastics, social skills, speech, art, computers, and theater. Contact: For more information, contact Charley Moskowitz at (914) 472-3300 ext. 361. Website: http://www.jccmw.org/afterschoolenrichment.htm#afterschool Super Kids Social Skills Group (social skills) Agency: Super Kids Location: Ridgefield, CT Age Range: Pre-K - teen Description: Super Kids is a private practice with a focus on social skills development through therapeutic social skills groups and individual therapy. Our groups are small and offer children and teens an opportunity to learn about abstract social concepts in a more concrete manner and then practice the skills with their peers. Contact: For more information, call Barbara Cooper or Nancy Widdows at (866) 944-9558 or email info@superkidsct.com Website: www.superkidsct.com Super Sundays (social/recreational) Agency: JCC on the Hudson Location: 371 South Broadway Tarrytown, NY Age Range: 6 -12 years old Description: The focus in Super Sunday is on each individual child. To help children navigate the social world successfully, the program is designed to increase opportunities for peer socialization and opportunities to practice the socialization skills learned in the program. Each child gains confidence by making independent choices geared to his/her special needs. Contact: For more information, contact Mindy S. Cohen, Director of Special Needs, at (914) 366-7898 ext. 108. Website: www.JCConthehudson.org Tai Chi (tai chi) Agency: JCC of Mid-Westchester Location: 999 Wilmot Road Scarsdale, NY Age Range: 7-16 with parent Description: A certified instructor will introduce you and your child to the basic tenets of Tai Chi, which has been proven to improve balanace, flexibility, and muscle strength. It may also help to alleviate the symptoms of asthma, increase one's energy level and agility, and reduce stress and anxiety while improving overall well-being. Contact: For more information, contact Charley Moskowitz at (914) 472-3300 ext. 361. Website: http://www.jccmw.org/afterschoolenrichment.htm#afterschool Tommie Cares Foundation (recreation) Agency: Tommie Cares Foundation Location: Program locations vary Age Range: Children Description: Tommie Cares hosts safe, real-life adventures that connect individuals with special needs with community volunteers. Our programs build confidence and self-esteem for those with special needs. By sharing a common & exciting experience in a supportive environment where everyone succeeds, our programs also act as a catalyst for creating new friendships among and between different communities. Current activities include stand up paddling (SUP), kayaking, outrigger canoeing, swimming, snow sports, and more. Contact: For more information, please email info@tommiecares.org Website: www.tommiecares.org Trailblazers at the RJCC (social) Agency: Rosenthal JCC of Northern Westchester Location: 600 Bear Ridge Road Pleasantville, NY Age Range: K - 6th grades Description: Children with special needs in K - 6th grades can have fun after school in a safe and supervised environment that provides them the individualized attention and support they need. Participate in "organized" free play, get homework help, and develop socialization skills in this small, structured, nurturing setting. 1:1 support is available as needed. Transportation is available from most local schools. An intake interview is required. We Will Ride Therapeutic Riding, Inc. (horseback riding) Agency: We Will Ride Therapeutic Riding, Inc. Location: Vail Farm on Route 121, Brewster, NY Age Range: 5+ Description: We Will Ride offers programs of horse-related activities for the purposes of enhancing physical, mental, and social well-being of people with disabilities. Contact: For more information, call (203) 438-1947 or email wewillrideinc@yahoo.com Website: www.wewillrideinc.com Westchester Gymnastics (gymnastics) Agency: Westchester Gymnastics Location: 5 Skyline Drive, Hawthorne, NY Age Range: 5 - 17 Description: Classes for children with special needs Contact: For more information, call (914) 592-2324. Website: www.westchestergymnastics.net YAI Autism Center and Elahi Yoga (dance/cooking) Agency: YAI Autism Center Location: New York City, NY Age Range: 3-9 Description: In conjunction with Elahi Yoga, YAI Autism Center is offering yoga/ballet, yoga/dance, and cooking classes. Contact: For more information, call 1-888-YAI-Autism to learn about autism services for children, adults and families in the New York metropolitan area or call 212-273-6182 to learn more about recreational services available through the YAI Network. Website: www.yai.org |
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For Teens & Young Adults
Angelfish Therapy (swimming)
Agency: Angelfish Therapy
Location: White Plains NY, Manhattan NY, Stamford/Greenwich CT, Norwalk CT, Westport CT, Wilton CT, and Danbury CT
Age Range: 2-17
Description: Angelfish Therapy helps children with a variety of sensory, motor, speech, and learning issues reach their full potential through fun and challenging aquatic therapy sessions, specialized swim instruction, and innovative summer camps.
Contact: For more information, call (203) 545-0024 or email info@AngelfishTherapy.com.
Agency: Dramatic Pragmatics Speech and Language Center
Location: 111 Bowman Avenue Rye Brook, NY
Age Range: Young adults entering college
Description: This group is designed for students entering or enrolled in college. Groups address the practical skills necessary to navigate the complex social demands of the college environment.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 305-1210 or email DramaticPragmatics@gmail.com
Website: www.dramaticpragmatics.com
Connections (social)
Agency: JCC on the Hudson
Location: Tarrytown, NY
Age Range: Young Adults
Description:This program will give young adults with mild Autism Spectrum Disorders and mild developmental disabilities an opportunity to meet new people, develop friendships and engage in a variety of experiences in the community with their peers as they enjoy Saturday night out adventures. Participants also meet at the JCC for dinner and lively conversation.
Contact: Contact Trish Gressel, MSW, (914) 582-5230 or email trishg57@aol.com for intake and calendar information.
Website: www.JCConthehudson.org
*Fad 1 and FAD 2 - Family Advocacy (social skills/recreational)
Agency: WJCS Autism Family Center
Location: 845 North Broadway, White Plains, NY
Age Range: 8th - 12th grades
Description: FAMILY ADVOCACY (FAD) is a social, recreational, skills-based group for adolescents on the autism spectrum and their families. Meeting twice-monthly on Thursday evenings in a club-like format, participants engage in experiential activities planned to enhance social, recreational and independent living skills. Monthly professionally-guided parent groups offer education, preparation for transition into the adult world, formal and informal supports, networking and problem-solving opportunities.
Contact: For more information, please contact Kari Phillips, Assistant Program Director, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 477 or e-mail kphillips@wjcs.com
*Healthy Relationships and Sexuality Group
Agency: WJCS
Location: 141 North Central Avenue Hartsdale, NY
Age Range: teens and young adults
Description: HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS AND SEXUALITY GROUP is a 10 week workshop for teens and young adults with developmental disabilities including autism. Groups are designed to help individuals understand their maturing bodies, safe expression of their feelings as sexual beings and reduce vulnerability and potential for exploitation. Several groups are being formed for the Fall 2013.
Contact: For more information, please contact Kari Phillips, Assistant Program Director, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 477 or email kphillips@wjcs.com
Heartsong (music)
Agency: Heartsong
Location: 277 Martine Ave. Suite #230 White Plains, NY
Age Range: 3+
Description: Heartsong is nationally recognized for its program that utilizes the powerful tools of music therapy and art therapy, enabling children with disabilities to express themselves. This is accomplished by using music and art in its many forms and styles to nurture a child's emotional, physical, sensory and cognitive development.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 358-5613 or email info@heartsong.org
Website: www.heartsong.org
Magic To Do Players (theater)
Agency: Westco Productions
Location: 9 Romar Avenue, White Plains, NY
Age Range: 8 - early 20s
Description: A full theater arts program for persons with developmental disabilities offering instruction in dancing, singing, improvisation, speaking and acting skills.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 495-4521
Miracle League of Westchester (baseball)
Agency: Miracle League of Westchester
Location: Games are held at Miracle Field Hartsdale, NY
Age Range: 5-21
Description: The Miracle League serves individuals ages 5+ with any physical or mental disability that would exclude them from conventional leagues. The league is free and non-competitive and uses a "buddy" system where each player is paired with an able-bodied peer.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 960-6391.
Website: www.mlwny.org
Moving Wheels and Heels (dance)
Agency: Steffi Nossen School of Dance
Location: 216 Central Avenue, White Plains, NY
Age Range: 3 - Adult
Description: An integrated dance class for students of all abilities, wheelchair & stand-up, to explore the joy of movement. Combines technique, improvisation, and movement. Classes arranged by age level.
Contact: For more information, call Judy Ross at (914) 328-1900 or email info@steffinossen.org
Website: www.steffinossen.org
North East Westchester Special Recreation, Inc. (recreational)
Agency: North East Westchester Special Recreation, Inc.
Location: Program locations vary; Contact North East for more information
Age Range: Teens
Description: North East Westchester Special Recreation offers a variety of recreation programs, in a variety of places for all ages.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 347-4409
Website: www.northeastspecialrec.org
Nor-West Regional Special Services (recreational)
Agency: Nor-West Regional Special Services
Location: Program locations vary. This program is open to those living in Cortlandt, Ossining, Peekskill, and Yorktown.
Age Range: Teens
Description: Nor-West offers a variety of recreation programs, in a variety of places, for all ages.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 737-4797 or e-mail Chris@nor-west.org
Website: www.nor-west.org
Pegasus Therapeutic Riding (horseback riding)
Agency: Pegasus Therapeutic Riding
Location: Farm locations include Pleasantville, Brewster, Greenwich, CT, and Darien, CT
Age Range: Teens
Description: Provides therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with special needs. This program offers therapeutic riding as well as non-riding activities.
Contact: For more information call (845) 669-8235
Website: www.pegasustr.org
*Recreate and Relate (social/recreational)
Agency: WJCS and JCC on Hudson
Location: 371 S. Broadway, Tarrytown, NY
Age Range: Teens
Description: RECREATE AND RELATE (R&R) is a twice-monthly Saturday afternoon social club for teens where they will have the opportunity to socialize over snack, make new friends and practice social skills in a supportive, fun environment! Each week, teens participate in structured recreational activities and social skill building. Activities will be determined with the group but will include time in the gym, Wii, air hockey, and board games. There will also be scheduled trips into the community. This group is run in collaboration with the JCC on the Hudson.
Contact: For more information, please contact Pat Grossman, Program Director, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 455 or email pgrossman@wjcs.com
Saturday Night Chillin'
Agency: Rosenthal JCC of Northern Westchester
Location: 600 Bear Ridge Road Pleasantville, NY
Age Range: tweens and teens in 7-12th grades
Description: One Saturday night a month, your child can come hang out with other tweens and teens, enjoy pizza and pasta, and a fun recreational activity while gaining the skills needed to be a part of a social peer group.
Sensational Sundays (music/swimming/recreational)
Agency: YWCA of White Plains
Location: 515 North Street White Plains, NY
Age Range: Teens
Description: Programs include swimming, music lessons, and Sunday recreation.
Contact: For more information, contact the Director of Special Services at (914) 949-6227 ext. 108.
Website: http://www.ywcawhiteplains.org/html/special_programs.html
Sleepy Hollow Academy for Disability Education (SHADE) (social/recreational)
Agency: JCC on the Hudson
Location: Tarrytown, NY
Age Range: 14 - 19 with high functioning autism
Description: A peer leadership and mentoring program at Sleepy Hollow HS. Led by a social worker and special education teacher, interns have the opportunity to work in an after-school recreation program for students with disabilities, or in the mornings, before school, in a sports program. Interns gain valuable skills in their knowledge, sensitivity and ability to interact, socialize and manage behaviors of high-school students with disabilities. They earn a stipend or can opt to use hours completed towards community service.
Contact: Contact Mindy Cohen at (914) 366-7898 or Kim Kaczmarek, at SH HS for information. (Sleepy Hollow High School Students only are eligible to apply to this program)
SPARC, Inc. Teen Programs (social/therapy/recreational)
Agency: SPARC, Inc.
Location: Program locations vary; Office Location: 3045 Gomer Street Yorktown Heights, NY
Age Range: Teens 11 - 20
Description: SPARC provides social, recreational and therapeutic services for youth and adults with developmental disabilities.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 243-0583.
Website: www.sparcinc.org
Sunday/Funday (social/sports/arts)
Agency: JCC of Mid-Westchester
Location: 999 Wilmot Rd. Scarsdale, NY
Age Range: 13-18
Description: A teen integrated program with peer mentors, featuring peer support with social skills, human development, sports, music, theater, art, and computer work.
Contact: For more information, call Charley Moskowitz, Director, at (914) 472-3300 ext. 361.
Website: http://www.jccmw.org/afterschoolenrichment.htm#funday
Super Kids Social Skills Group (social skills)
Agency: Super Kids
Location: Darien, CT
Age Range: 5+
Description: Super Kids is a private practice with a focus on social skills development through therapeutic social skills groups and individual therapy. Our groups are small and offer children and teens an opportunity to learn about abstract social concepts in a more concrete manner and then practice the skills with their peers.
Contact: For more information, call (866) 944-9558 or email info@superkidsct.com
Website: www.superkidsct.com
Theater for Action (theater)
Agency: Jewish Child Care Association
Location: Rosenthall JCC, 600 Bear Ridge Road, Pleasantville NY
Age Range: Young adults
Description: Theatre class designed specifically for young adults with disabilities. Activities include theatre games, improvisation, writing exercises to promote self-exploration, basic acting skills and collective creation. The class culminates in an original production created and performed by the participants that will be presented for an invited audience. The class is intended as both therapeutic and vocational.
*YAD B'YAD (Hand-in-Hand) (social skills) Agency: Congregation Kol Ami and WJCS Location: 252 Soundview Ave. White Plains, NY Age Range: Teens, 7th-12th grades Description: A synagogue based inclusive program for Jewish teenagers with developmental challenges that focuses on social skills and Jewish education.
Contact: For more information, call Jessica Yablow, Yad B'Yad Program Director at (914) 949-4717 YWCA of White Plains (sports/music) Agency: YWCA of White Plains Location: 515 North Street, White Plains, NY Age Range: 16+ Description: The YWCA of White Plains offers programs to teens including swimming, athletics, and music lessons. Contact: For more information, contact the Director of Special Services at (914) 949-6227 ext. 108. Website: www.ywcawhiteplains.com |
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For Adults
Adaptations, The Young Adult Life Skills Network (social)
Agency: Adaptations @ JCC of Manhattan
Location: 334 Amsterdam Avenue (W. 76th St.), NYC
Age Range: 20's & 30's
Description: Adaptations is an exciting program for adults in their 20s and 30s with developmental and/or learning disabilities and a high level of independence. Our program is a place for individuals of all backgrounds to socialize, learn, grow and deepen their connections to one another and the community. Adaptations offers opportunities for social and recreational activities, trips and overnight experiences, vocational support, dating and more. Through our partnerships and programs, Adaptations provides multiple pathways to fostering independence, finding your passion and experiencing the richness of community.
Contact: For more information, call Dorsey Massey, Coordinator, at (646) 505-4447or email dmassey@jccmanhattan.org
Website: www.adaptationsonline.org
All Things TravelAgency: JCC on the Hudson Location: 371 South Broadway Tarrytown, NY Age Range: 17 - 25 Description: A collaboration between Ability Beyond Disability and the JCC targeting travel skills from the most basic to the more complex.
Small group travel experiences on different modes of transportation that incorporate the rewards of getting where you want to go!
Contact: For more information, call Mindy S. Cohen, Director of Special Needs, at (914) 366-7898 or email mcohen@jcconthehudson.org
Circle of Friends (social)
Agency: JCC of Mid-Westchester
Location: 999 Wilmot Road Scarsdale, NY
Age Range: 20+
Description: This group provides venues for individuals ages 20 and older who identify themselves as having special needs. They gather on a regular basis once a month to enrich their social lives by planning activities based on mutual interest.
Contact: For more information, call Charley Moskowitz, Director, at (914) 472-3300 ext. 361.
Website: http://www.jccmw.org/afterschoolenrichment.htm#afterschool
Compass Project's Theater for Action (theater)
Agency: JCCA's Compass Project
Location: Rosenthal JCC, Pleasantville, NY
Age Range: 20's
Description: Theater class specifically designed for young adults with disabilities. Activities include theater games, improvisation, writing exercises to promote self-exploration, basic acting skills, and collective creation. This class is intended as both therapeutic and vocational.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 761-0600 ext. 225
Connections (social/recreational)
Agency: Adaptations @ JCC of Manhattan
Location: 334 Amsterdam Avenue (W. 76th St.), NYC
Age Range: 20's & 30's
Description: Connections is a social and recreational program in a community setting for adults with intellectual, developmental and physical disabilities in their twenties and thirties. Through social, cultural and educational opportunities both in and out of the JCC in Manhattan, Connections integrates independent and daily living skills and encourages participants to make and deepen friendships with each other. Participants function well as a group member and express their own desire to be in the program.
Contact: For more information, please contact Jaclyn Ghamar, PsyD, Coordinator of Connections at (646) 505-4375 or email jghamar@jccmanhattan.org Website: http://www.jccmanhattan.org/programs.aspx?catid=2622
The Friends Network (social) Agency: The Friends Network Locations: Throughout Westchester and Putnam Counties Age Range: 21+ Description: The Friends Network provides social opportunities for adults with disabilities through weekend trips, cultural events, and outings to restaurants, movies and dance clubs. Contact: For more information, call (845) 278-0820 Website: www.thefriendsnetwork.org Magic To Do Players (theater) Agency: Westco Productions Location: 9 Romar Avenue, White Plains, NY Age Range: 8 - early 20s Description: A full theater arts program for persons with developmental disabilities offering instruction in dancing, singing, improvisation, speaking and acting skills. Contact: For more information, call (914) 495-4521 Movin' and Groovin' to Today's Hottest Tunes Agency: Rosenthal JCC Of Northern Westchester Location: Rosenthal JCC, Pleasantville, NY Age Range: Adults 21-35 Description: Come learn dance moves with us to a few new songs each week. We will shake and rock to Katy Perry, Pink, Mumford and Sons, Taylor Swift, and more! Contact: For more information, please contact Jennifer Ruoff at (914) 741-0333 ext. 29 or email JRuoff@rosenthaljcc.org Website: http://www.rosenthaljcc.org/jcc-classes/special-needs/movin-and-groovin-to-today-s-hottest-tunes/ *Moving Forward (social/ recreational) Agency: WJCS Location: 141 North Central Avenue, Hartsdale, NY Age Range: 21+ Description: An informal social and recreational group for adults with developmental disabilities that meets weekly. Contact: For more information, please contact Kari Phillips, Assistant Program Director, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 477 or email kphillips@wjcs.com Moving Wheels and Heels (dance) Agency: Steffi Nossen School of Dance Location: 216 Central Avenue, White Plains, NY Age Range: 3 - Adult Description: An integrated dance class for students of all abilities, wheelchair & stand-up, to explore the joy of movement. Combines technique, improvisation, and movement. Classes arranged by age level. Contact: For more information, call Judy Ross at (914) 328-1900 or email info@steffinossen.org Website: www.steffinossen.org North East Westchester Special Recreation, Inc. (recreational) Agency: North East Westchester Special Recreation, Inc. Location: Program locations vary Age Range: Adults Description: North East Westchester offers a variety of recreation programs Contact: For more information, call (914) 347-4409. Website: www.northeastspecialrec.org Nor-West Regional Special Services (recreational) Agency: Nor-West Regional Special Services Location: Program locations vary. This program is open to those living in Cortlandt, Ossining, Peekskill, and Yorktown. Age Range: Teens Description: Nor-West offers a variety of recreation programs, in a variety of places, for all ages. Website: www.nor-west.org Pegasus Therapeutic Riding (horseback riding) Agency: Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Location: Farm locations include Pleasantville, Brewster, Greenwich, CT, and Darien, CT Age Range: Adults Description: Provides therapeutic horseback riding to individuals with special needs. This program offers therapeutic riding as well as non-riding activities. Contact: For more information call (845) 669-8235
The Pioneer Club (social/recreational) Agency: Cerebral Palsy of Westchester Location: 1186 King Street Rye Brook, NY Age Range: 18+ Description: The Pioneer Club is a social-recreational program that provides adults with disabilities the unique opportunity to get together and participate in organized recreational activities with their peers. Contact: For more information, call Lisa Ferri, Coordinator of The Pioneer Club at (914) 937-3800 ext 345 or e-mail Lisa.Ferri@cpwestchester.org Website: www.cpwestchester.org Saturday Adult Recreation (social) Agency: Cerebral Palsy of Westchester Location: 1186 King Street Rye Brook, NY Age Range: Adults Description: Offers adults that live at home with families the opportunity to socialize with peers. This program is offered 2 Saturdays a month from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. Contact: For more information, call (914) 937-3800 Website: www.cpwestchester.org South East Consortium (recreational) Agency: South East Consortium for Special Services Location: 740 W. Boston Post Road Mamaroneck, NY Age Range: 4 - adult Description: South East Consortium is a not-for-profit community-based organization dedicated to providing therapeutic recreation programs and leisure-related services to children and adults with disabilities and special needs residing in our member municipalities. Contact: For more information, call (914) 698-5232 or email info@secrec.org Website: www.secrec.org SPARC, Inc. Youth Programs (recreational) Agency: SPARC, Inc. Location: Yorktown Heights, NY Age Range: 5 - adult Description: SPARC provides social, recreational and therapeutic services for youth and adults with developmental disabilities. Programs for children include KIDZ Time, SIBS Time, and Making Strides (horseback riding). Contact: For more information, call (914) 243-0583 Website: www.sparcinc.org *Supper Club (social/recreational) Agency: WJCS Autism Family Center Location: a variety of eateries in downtown White Plains Age Range: Young adults 18 - 35 Description: This informal social and recreational group meets twice a month to help develop social skills, improve connections with others, and reinforce strengths. The relaxed setting allows members to come together in a non-threatening environment to share their personal experiences, gain emotional support, insight and strategies for coping with the daily struggles of work, family, and friends. Contact: For more information, please contact Lee Englander, Program Coordinator, at (914) 761-0600 ext. 228 or email lenglander@wjcs.com YWCA of White Plains (athletics/swimming/music/recreation) Agency: YWCA of White Plains Location: 515 North Street White Plains, NY
Age Range: Adults
Description: The YWCA of White Plains offers programs including swimming, athletics, music lessons, Fun and Fitness, Special Olympics, Saturday Bowling, and Dance the Night Away on Friday nights.
Contact: For more information, contact the Director of Special Services at (914) 949-6227, ext. 108. Website: www.ywcawhiteplains.com
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Jewish Programs
Havorah (social) Agency: WJCS Location: Varies throughout Westchester Age Range: Children, teens and adults Description: WJCS' Havorah program provides unique opportunities to experience Jewish life for people with developmental disabilities who live in community residences, independently or with their families. Children, teens and adults participate in holiday celebrations, Shabbat dinners and other social, educational and cultural events with members of area synagogues and Jewish community organizations. Contact: For more information, call Gail Oliver, Coordinator, Havorah Program at (845) 565-8610 or email gailao777@aol.com.
Matan Agency: Matan Location: Program locations vary Age Range: 5-12, 13-17 Description: Matan's self-contained classes serve children who benefit from smaller class sizes and shorter instruction time, and accommodate children with significant learning disabilities, developmental disorders, and other issues that affect learning and peer interaction. Children engage in hands-on, multi-sensory Jewish education, that builds on social skills enhancement and enables them to feel proud of their Jewish identity. Contact: For more information, call (1-866) 410-5600 or email info@matankids.org. Website: www.matankids.org YAD B'YAD (Hand-in-Hand) (social skills) Agency: Congregation Kol Ami and WJCS Location: 252 Soundview Ave. White Plains, NY Age Range: Teens, 7th-12th grades Description: A synagogue based inclusive program for Jewish teenagers with developmental challenges that focuses on social skills and Jewish education.
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For Family Members
Balanced Parenting: Stress Reduction for Parents
Agency: Mark Bertin
Location: 106 Washington Avenue, Pleasantville, NY
Age Range: Parents
Description: Balanced Parenting classes offer an opportunity to explore how we parent and why we make the day-to-day choices that we do. The classes reflect advances in the fields of medicine, neurology, psychology, and child development. The class series consists of six weekly two-hour sessions along with short daily exercises at home.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 841-2302.
Website: www.developmentaldoctor.com
Fathers Talk: A Group for Fathers of Children with Developmental Challenges
Agency: JCC of Manhattan
Location: 334 Amsterdam Avenue at W. 76th Street, NYC
Age Range: Fathers
Description: This group is designed to give fathers whose children have developmental delays an opportunity to share their experiences, hopes, and challenges with the goal of building community, strategizing, and gaining insight and support.
Contact: For more information, please call Hannah Cohen at (646) 505-4460.
Website: http://www.jccmanhattan.org/programs.aspx?catid=2878
*Grandparent Support Group
Agency: WJCS Autism Center
Location: 845 North Broadway, White Plains, NY
Age Range: For grandparents of children with Autism
Description: Monthly meetings are held to share experiences, provide mutual support, discuss resources and strategies concerning a variety of topics including behavior, family dynamic, recreation, and services.
Contact: For more information, please contact Lee Englander, Program Coordinator, at (914) 761-0600 ext. 228 or email lenglander@wjcs.com
*Support Group
Agency: WJCS Autism Center
Location: 141 N. Central Avenue, Hartsdale, NY
Age Range: For parents of school age children
Description: Each month we offer a presentation on a relevant topic or service, followed by a group discussion.
Contact: For more information, please contact Lee Englander, Program Coordinator, at (914) 761-0600 ext. 228 or email lenglander@wjcs.com
Support Groups for Parents of Children with Developmental Delays
Agency: JCC of Manhattan
Location: 334 Amsterdam Avenue at W. 76th Street, New York, NY
Age Range: Parents
Description: This group provides support for parents of children who have been identified with developmental challenges of all kinds. The combined expertise of the facilitators and the parents' personal experience provides resources, networking, strategies, therapy options, emotional support and community.
Contact: For more information, please call Hannah Cohen at (646) 505-4460.
Website: http://www.jccmanhattan.org/programs.aspx?catid=2878
Parents 4 Parents: A Special Needs Network
Agency: Rosenthal JCC of Northern Westchester
Location: 600 Bear Ridge Road Pleasantville, NY
Age Range: Parents
Description: Parents 4 Parents is a support network for parents of children with special needs who have been through have been through the emotions of receiving a diagnosis for their children, navigating the evaluation process and educational programs (EI, CPSE, CSE) and living with the day-to-day challenges of raining and caring for their children. We provide an intimate forum where parents can speak freely and emotionally without judgment or fear.
Contact: For more information, call (914) 741-0333.
Website: http://www.rosenthaljcc.org/special-needs/support-for-parents/
*Parent Management Training (PMT)
Agency: WJCS
Location: locations vary
Age Range: For parents of children on the autistic spectrum
Description: PMT is a 12-session evidence-based parent behavior management training group. Parents will learn new ways to understand their child's behavior and will practice skills and techniques for effectively handling problem behaviors.
Contact: For more information, please call Norma Litman, LCSW, at (914) 949-6761 ext. 408 or email nlitman@wjcs.com
Parents Place
Agency: Parents Place, Inc. - The Guidance Center of Westchester
Location: 2 Central Avenue, Tarrytown, NY
Age Range: Parents of children under 5
Description: Play, learn and socialize at Parents Place, a safe, clean, convenient and affordable place for kids (up to 5 years old) and their parents/caregivers. Professional staff are also available to address questions and concerns regarding parenting or developmental issues.
Contact: For more information, please call (914) 631-2513
Website: http://www.theguidancecenter.org/parents-place/
*Project Lifesaver
Agency: WJCS Autism Center
Location: 845 North Broadway, White Plains, NY
Age Range: Children - Adults who have a history of wandering
Description: Project Lifesaver is a wristband transmitter program for children and adults diagnosed with ASD and other developmental disabilities who wander.
Contact: For more information, contact Lee Englander, Program Coordinator, at (914) 761-0600 ext. 228 lenglander@wjcs.com
Sib Connection
Agency: JCC of Mid-Westchester
Location: 999 Wilmot Road, Scarsdale, NY
Age Range: 6-15; 16 year-olds become assistants!
Description: Provides a therapeutic support group for siblings that have brothers and sisters with special needs. It gives them the unique opportunity in a confidential group for peer support and to learn they are not alone.
Contact: For more information, call Charley Moskowitz at (914) 472-3300 ext. 361 or email moskowitzc@jccmw.org.
Website: http://www.jccmw.org/afterschoolenrichment.htm
Sib Shop
Agency: JCC on the Hudson
Location: Tarrytown, NY
Age Range: 5+
Description: A family member with a disability impacts the entire family. A fun, relaxed atmosphere creates opportunities for typical siblings to share their experiences and unique concerns. Encourages participants to focus on themselves and each other.
Contact: For more information, contact Mindy S. Cohen, Director of Special Needs, at (914) 366-7898 or email mcohen@jcconthehudson.org
Sibshops
Agency: Abilis
Location: 1150 Summer Street Stamford, CT
Age Range: 6+
Description: Sibshops provide brothers and sisters of children with developmental disabilities an opportunity to meet other siblings in a relaxed, recreational setting. Weekend events offer the opportunities for play, games and discussion. These events celebrate siblings and all they do for their brothers, sisters and families.
Contact: For more information, please contact Monica Smyth at (203) 324-1880 ext. 336 or email smyth@abilis.us
Website: http://www.abilis.us/sib_shop.htm?submenuheader=7
Support Group for Parents of Teens with Developmental Disabilities
Agency: JCC of Manhattan
Location: 334 Amsterdam Avenue at W. 76th Street, New York, NY
Age Range: Parents
Description: New challenges arise for parents whose children have reached their adolescent/teen years. This group will provide an opportunity to address these challenges, hear from other parents, exchange resources, network and build community with the help of experienced support group facilitators.
Contact: For more information, please call Hannah Cohen at (646) 505-4460
Website: http://www.jccmanhattan.org/programs.aspx?catid=2878
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The WJCS Autism Center
About Us:
The WJCS Autism Center offers a range of supports and services to reduce the stresses and relieve the sense of isolation for youth, adults, and families affected by Autism. Individuals with ASD can find a variety of services. Family members can join on a formal and informal basis to build support. The AFC offers all members of the community (families, individuals, and professionals) a centralized information and referral resource. Our Programs:
- The Supper Club (for 18+)
- Girls Night Out (for girls and their mothers)
- Project Lifesaver (a bracelet program for children-adults who wander)
- Grandparents Support Group
- Support Group presentations for families and professionals
- 5 day a week call and drop-in center for families
For more information, please contact Lee Englander, MA, Program Coordinator at lenglander@wjcs.com or (914) 761-0600 ext. 228.
WJCS Autism Center is possible with the support of the UJA-Federation.
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*This list is not an endorsement of any services or programs, but rather a resource for professionals and families to learn of upcoming events that have been made known to us.*
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