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Isabel Morales Retires from Parent to Parent of NYS Learn, Play, Grow… This summer at Ramapo! There’s still time to register for one of the exciting summer adventure programs for children with special needs at Camp Ramapo. Available for childrens from ages 5 to 16. All activities are individualized to each child's abilities and summer programs are tailored for specific age groups. For more information, visit www.ramapoforchildren.org or call (845) 876-8403. On the Road to Independence… NY Family for Autistic Children has their schedule of workshops available for March and April. For more information or to register, please contact Dorothy at (718) 641-3441 Ext.100 The Children’s Research Unit at the City College of New York is conducting a research study about brain development. If you have a typically developing child between the age of 6 and 17 year old, he or she may qualify to participate in the study. For more information please call (212) 650-5711 or (212) 650-5680 Email: ChildrensResearchUnit@gmail.com Become a New York Botanical Garden volunteer and join a special group of people whose abilities and talent are diverse and whose dedication and commitment are infinite. Learn new skills and gain valuable experience while contributing to an institution with local and global significance. For more information please contact Jacqueline Martinez (718) 817-8564 volunteer@nybg.org NYU Child Study Center is seeking preschool children who are restless, overactive, have trouble paying attention, easily distracted and very impulsive to participate in a study. The program runs for 8 weeks and consist of weekly 60-90 minute sessions. Children receive a comprehensive evaluation to determine eligibility for the study. Treatment is provided at no cost. For more information, please contact Robyn Stotter (robyn.stotter@nyumc.org) at (212) 263-2734 or Christina Grice (christina.grice@nyumc.org) at (212) 263- 2738 Genuine Alternative in Therapy (G.A.I.T) Therapeutic Riding Center “To improve the quality of life of children and adults with special needs resulting in a more independent life in society.” Become a member and help the program to continue and grow. For more information please call (570) 409-1140 or email: gaitpa@gmail.com. Visit G.A.I.T.’s official website: www.gaitpa.org. Project GROW is a 7-session parent training program in positive behavior management for parents or legal guardians of a child with a developmental disability. If interested, please contact Kelly Flanigan 212-273-6259, fax 212-268-1083. Free Tax Help and More Available by SPEC Disability Initiative Eligibility Evaluations offered at the Fay J. Lindner Center for Autism and Developmental Disorders New Autism School Opening Parent Training Program for Parents with Mental Disabilities Tae Kwon Do for Children with Special Needs Early Intervention Service Coordination Getting Resources for Autistic Children's Equality (GRACE) Learn and Earn Program-Abilities Inc. You and I: A Social/Sexual Skills Training & Recreation Program designed to provide the opportunity to meet new people and have more meaningful and satisfying relationships. Individuals must be living with their parents at home and reside in Manhattan. For more information, call Bobra Fyne at 212-273-6202. Advocate – the Metro NY Family Support Services Consumer Councils Need You. Family Support Series for Caregivers of People with ASD Various topics. For more information call (212) 273-6182 or visit www.yai.org/autismsupport Series De Grupo de Apoyo para la Familia Varios temas. Para mas informacion llame (212) 273-6182 or visite www.yai.org/autismsupport What's Out There and How to Get It 2009-2010 YAI Autism Center: Social Skills Group This program is designed to enhance your child’s social abilities. Art, music, physical movement/dance and yoga will be used tto promote increased socialization while addressing any sensory needs your child may have. For more information or regarding fees, please call 212-273-6100 Ext: 2360 Weekend Respite Day Program 2010 - Kids at Play St. Mary’s Healthcare System for Children will again be offering weekend respite program for the families of children between the ages of 5 and 12 with developmental disabilities, autism and pervasive developmental disorders. The St. Mary’s Program, “Kids at Play” will have two six-hour daytime session on Saturdays and Sundays beginning January 9th through December 18, 2010. Pre-registration is required and maximum group size is 6 with availability on a reserved first-come, first-serve basis. Hours of operation will run from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Children may participate in one or more sessions. FEE: $25.00 PER CHILD/PER SESSION. For further details, please contact Jean Steins, Director of Child Development at 718-281-8848. Community & Family Program: Saturday Morning Stripes This program provides a monthly opportunity for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families to experience sensory based art projects, explore creativity, socialize and build an inclusive community with other families in similar situation. For more information please contact Rachel Rapoport (212)274-0986 or email rrapoport@cmany.org Stress Relief & Healthy Living Techniques for Those with Mental Illness Breathing, Indian & Chinese Yoga, Deep Relaxation. (No prior experience necessary.) For more information please contact Jenna Ritter at Jenna@dharanyc.org or visit the website www.dharanyc.org ($10 donation requested. Give what you can.) Visit the Children’s Museum of Manhattan CMOM offers children with disabilities the opportunity to explore a wide variety of activities that provide tactile, visual and auditory stimulation. Hands-on exhibitions allow children to play and learn with all their senses as they touch, listen and move to make discoveries. For more information visit www.cmom.org or call 212-721-1223 Commonsense Parenting Course Learn NEW ways to deal with difficult behaviors. Practice and Role Play. Ask questions and get real answers. Learn together with other parents/guardians. Empowering Your Child for a Challenging Future Parent Support Exchange-Foundation for Information Wednesday Night Mini-Workshop Series – LIFECHAPTERS offers various Workshops, Including Navigating the OMRDD system, Stress Management, Social Skills, etc. Presented by 2010 NYFAC and the NYFAC Training. For more information or to register, please contact Dorothy (212) 641-3441 Ext: 100 At AHRC We Take FUN Seriously! As summer approaches, everyone has more time for leisure activities. Join AHRC as we discuss the types of leisure and recreational activities that may be available for your family member with developmental disabilities from the age six through the senior years. Space is limited. For more information or to register, please contact Jennifer Amendola at 212-895-3446, or Donna Gifford at 212-780-2713. Dealing With Challenging Behaviors Challenging behaviors, like all behaviors, serve a purpose or function for individuals with developmental disabilities. Join Louise Marchini who will provide some insight into possible functions of challenging behaviors and who will discuss effective interventions to change different cult behaviors. Space is limited. For more information or to register, please contact Jennifer Amendola at 212-895-3446, or Donna Gifford at 212-780-2713. You might also like to Join Our Email Lists and
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