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Children Special Services
Special Children’s Program
(6-12 Years)
The
focus in the Special Children’s Program 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 will gain confidence by making independent choices
geared to his/her special needs.
This
program is funded by a grant from the Westchester County Department of
Community Mental Health and UJA-Federation of New York.
Leader: Michelle Danko, special education teacher
Sunday, 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
October-May 4010
Free
Special
Children’s Program Open House
Sunday,
October 5
11:00
a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Meet the
staff, learn about the program, and register.
X-Ray Vision Club
(Grades 3-6)
Social Skills Workshop
Have
you ever wished you could know what other people are thinking? In this
class we’ll learn how to use our social skills to tune up our x-ray
vision and understand what’s going on in other people’s heads. We’ll
have fun learning through real life situation rehearsals, improvisation,
playing games, communication building exercises, pragmatics, and
discussions on topics from making friends to dealing with bullies.
With
support from experienced professionals and neurotypical teen volunteers,
we will have lots of fun practicing these skills. To schedule an intake
interview, contact Mindy Cohen, ext. 108
Instructor: TBA
Wednesday, 4:00-5:00 p.m. 4020A/B
10
sessions begin October 29
Fees: $300, JCC member $270
11
sessions begin January 28
Fees: $325, JCC member $300
Karate
(Grades
1-6)
Learn
discipline and control by practicing movements that develop mind-body
coordination. This non-competitive program encourages healthy exercise
and builds a positive self-image. Children with mild physical or
developmental disabilities will be assisted by additional staff and
require a brief intake before enrolling. Enrollment of children
requiring 1:1 will be contingent upon our ability to engage appropriate
staff.
Instructor: Sensei: Gianni Del Duca
Wednesday, 5:15-6:15 p.m. 3293A/B
12
sessions begin September 17
Fee: $235, JCC member $210, New Opportunities and AH $205
16
sessions begin January 28
Fee: $310, JCC members $270, New Opportunities and AH $265
Milk, Cookies, and Conversation
New! (Grades
6-8)
The tween years can be
very challenging. Issues of friendship, popularity, body image, body
language, recognizing cues, bullying, and dealing with daily pressures
can be overwhelming. A light snack and discussions centered around these
topics will be lead by an experienced professional seasoned in social
skill development.
Tweens diagnosed with
mild developmental disabilities including Aspergers Syndrome, Language
Disability, and Attention Deficit Disorder are invited to join this
group
with middle school students recruited from the Community
Service Volunteers Corps. Group members will participate in social
learning and conversation.
Please contact Mindy Cohen, ext. 108, to schedule a required intake
interview.
Facilitator: TBA
Thursday, 3:45-4:45 p.m.
4030A/B
11
sessions begin October 30, January 29
Fee: $325, JCC member $300
Buddy Club
New!
(Middle
School)
Everybody needs a buddy and good friends are hard to find. This group
will combine typical middle school students recruited from the Community
Service Volunteers Corps. with children on the Autistic Spectrum and
other moderate developmental disabilities. An experienced professional
will lead participants through games and activities that promote
positive social behavior including sharing, taking turns, and pragmatic
language development. Buddies will model appropriate behaviors and form
positive relationships with participants.
Please contact Mindy
Cohen, ext. 108, to schedule a required intake interview.
Facilitator: TBA
Thursday, 5:00-6:00 p.m.
4031A/B
11
sessions begin October 30, January 29
Fee: $325, JCC member $300
New Opportunities in Almost Home
(Grades K-6)
Special education
professionals and Special Needs Training Institute participants
assist children
with developmental and physical disabilities within the Almost Home
after school program.
All activities are available to all students enrolled. To schedule a
required intake interview, contact Mindy Cohen, ext. 108.
New Opportunities is made possible through a grant from
the Hudson Valley Developmental Disabilities Services Office.
SKIP: Special Kids
Interesting Places
(Grades K-6)
SKIP
is a developmentally appropriate, professionally supervised full day
school holiday program Join friends for fun activities at the JCC and on
outings such as bowling, Fun Craft, and museums. SKIP participants will
spend some days with the JCC Vacation Sensations program and others on
their own.
Please contact Mindy Cohen, ext. 108,
to schedule a required intake interview.
Children requiring
1:1 supervision may incur additional fees.
Look for details in the
JCC monthly e-newsletter.
Program Coordinator:
Michelle Danko, special education teacher
9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.
Daily fee: $85,
JCC member $75
Camp BaShemesh
(Ages 6-14)
Camp BaShemesh begins
its third summer of providing a unique inclusive summer experience for
children with mild to moderate developmental and learning disabilities.
In conjunction with the JCC Country Day Camp, at the Henry Kaufmann
Campground (20 minutes from our Tarrytown site), Camp BaShemesh promotes
independence and builds self-esteem, while strengthening each camper’s
ability to develop relationships, work as a team, and learn new life
skills.
Professionals
experienced in special education working within a 3:1 camper to staff
ratio, are deeply committed to making each child’s camping experience
fun and successful. Learning and playing side by side with typical
campers makes Camp BaShemesh an inclusive summer experience for all its
campers and a stepping-stone to further growth.
Program support is
provided by a grant from the Westchester Program Services Cabinet of UJA-Federation
of New York.
Camp To Go
(Entering Grades K-6)
Adventurers
explore a new attraction each day journeying
through Westchester, New York City, and surrounding areas. Indoor and
outdoor trips are designed to suit the needs of our campers. Intakes
required for special needs campers.
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Adults Special Services
Westchester Network for People with Disabilities (WNPD)
Westchester Network for
People with Disabilities is a social and recreational program for adults
with physical disabilities. The Network provides unique opportunities
and experiences that promote interaction between the physically
challenged and the general public in an effort to foster new
friendships, and help create a sense of community.
Telephone Conferencing Network
takes place every other week. Disabled adults get a chance to converse with peers through a
one-hour telephone conference. This program provides an opportunity for
open discussions on issues that impact participants.
Advocacy Theatre, Theatre Consultant Bill Ayers. The
Advocacy Theatre is designed to teach self-advocacy and build community
awareness. Under the direction of a theatre consultant, Advocacy Theatre
productions, based on personal stories about living with disabilities,
are presented at local venues in an effort to sensitize the public about
the lives of the physically disabled in their communities.
WNPD is a collaborative
project between the JCC on the Hudson, Beth Abraham Adult Health Care
Center, United Cerebral Palsy of Westchester, Westchester Disabled on
the Move, Westchester Independent Living Center, the National Multiple
Sclerosis Society, and the Westchester County Office of the Disabled.
This
program is funded through a grant from the J. E. and Z. B. Butler Family
Foundation, with support from
the Westchester Arts Council, and the United Way of
Westchester/Putnam .
WNPD Events and Outings
Yonkers Riverfest
September 13
Food, music, vendors
2:00 p.m.
Free
Greek Festival
September 14
New Rochelle
Food, music, vendors
Free
October 11
Stormville Flea Market
10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Dinner at the Cracker-Barrel Restaurant
Bring money for lunch and shopping
$5
Open House at the JCC on The Hudson
November 16
Brunch and “Out of Order” Performance
Noon - 3:00 p.m.
$5
Holiday Gathering
December 14
JCC on the Hudson
Potluck lunch and music
1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Bring a dish for the
potluck
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