Friday, April 1, 2011

Professionals and Professional Organizations

Links and Resources
Early Childhood Direction Center- Provides Advocacy, Support, Community Training Programs and Resources for children Birth-5 years. Contact 718-226-6670
New York Adults & Children On The Spectrum (NYACTS) (Adults and Children on The Autism Spectrum) is a New York State Web site designed to provide information on State programs and services for individuals with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and their families.
Parent to Parent NY Inc. - 718-494-4872
United Cerebral Palsy - 718-442-6006

MORE RESOURCE PLACES

Autism Society of America - 800- 3-AUTISM

Center for Special Children - For students entering College thru CUNY @ CSU. They help children with support & advocate for their needs in College. They have 2 & 4 year progreams. For information, Call Margaret VanDitti (718) 982-2000.

New York City Department Of Education Offices

Board of Education 718-390-1662ee on Preschool Special Education - 718-420-5788

NYC Department of Education School Based Support Team(Special Ed) -718-935-2000


Special Needs Friendly Recreational & Professional Services

Chiropractor -

Dr. Robert LaRusso, DC 14 Belfield Avenue. 718-966-5400. Neural Organization Technique Practitioner. Visit his web site at: http://www.drrobertlarusso.com/

Computer Repair -

PCWolfTech.com. All forms of Hardware Repairs, Installs,Upgrades. Great guy, very special-need friendly. Ask for Anthony. Mention this newsletter and he'll give you a 10% discount. 718-987-8453. Virus, Infection, Spyware, malware & adware protection & removal a specialty. Anthony@pcwolftech.com

Dentist -

Dr. Michele Giumenta. 2530 Amboy Road. 718-979-6462. Extremely patient & specializes in Special Needs Children.

Dr. Robert Deganno. Kimball Street, near Kings Plaza. 718-253-0888.

Dr.Susan Roubicek. 739 Woodrow Road. 718-317-8524. Specializes in special needs children who need an orthodontist.

Haircuts -

Cheri. 917-478-8018. Patient & LOVING. Has a special buzzer that is silent.

Drew. 718-987-1142. Next Level Barber Shop 1142B S. Railroad Avenue. He makes house calls.


GLUTEN-FREE RESTAURANTS -

Tuttoriso Ristorante. 36 Richmond Terrace. 718-273-7644. Will also be offering a Celiac Support Group.

Joe and Pat's Pizzeria. Victory Blvd & Manor Road. Has wheat-free, gluten free pizza & pasta dishes.

Bay House. 2226 Hylan Blvd. & 574 Bay Street. 718-667-6868. 718-556-0480. Fantastic PanAsian Restaurant. Will accomodate any dietary specialty you may require, including wheat & gluten free dishes.

MAZE'S Creamery. 2236-1 Forest Avenue. 718-448-6293. Home made ice cream. All natural . They make all their own ice cream. Has the BEST Soy, Hemp, Coconut milk ice cream!!. Their regular ice cream is pretty awesome too.


Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy w Stride Therapeutic Services, PLLC 718-494-5923 Physical, Occupational and Speech Therapy. We accept most major insurances and are RSA providers for the New York Department of Education.

A New Stride Therapeutic Services 1779 Richmond Avenue 718-494-5923. Providing Speech, Occupational and Physical Therapy for children and adults. www.anewstride.com

Sandra Mazzucco. 1076 Forest Avenue 718-815-6024.

OTHER

CAR POOL- Port Authority Carpool plan. Toll is $2.00 and is available to EZ pass customers who subscribe to the Port Authority Carpool Plan. The plan requires that there are 3 or more passengers in the vehicle. You must go thru the "Cash-Ez Pass Lane & tell the toll collector "Car Pool". You must first call EZ pass up andregister for this discount prior to being able to use it.
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Information For 5 Year Olds To Young Adults

If your child is 5 years or older and has an Individual Education Plan (IEP) the NYC Department of Education- Committee On Special Education (CSE) is the department responsible for delivering the services stated on your child's IEP. If you have any questions you should contact the District 31 CSE office or in some cases District 75. The Department of Education provides a variety of programs and services for children with special needs. These services and programs are offered in Elementary Schools, Junior High Schools and High Schools throughout Staten Island. Please contact the appropriate School Based Support Team assigned to your child. Contact Information NYC Department of Education School Based Support Team(Special Ed) -718-935-2000 District 75 NYC DOE Special Education Bonnie Brown, Superintendent- 212-802-1500 Gary Hecht, Deputy Superintendent- 212-802-1500 Board Of Education-(District 31)- 718-390-1662 NYC Department Of Education Parent Resources


Offers many therapeutic ( i.e., counseling, educational evaluations ) and educational (i.e., Parent Education, Head Start Programs for children) services for Staten Island families.
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Resources For 3-5 Year Olds

The following is a list of Preschool Programs on Staten Island. After your child has been evaluated and are provided with an Individual Evaluation Program (IEP), you should visit schools appropriate for your child so you make a well informed choice for your Preschool Child. Call the school and make an appointment before visiting. Child Study Center
285 Clove Rd.

Staten Island, NY

(718) 442-8588



4o Merrill Ave.

Staten Island, NY

(718) 370-7529


Community Resources

3651 Richmond Rd.

Staten Island, NY

(718) 351-6398


Eden II/ Little Miracles

75 Skyline Drive

Staten Island, NY

(718) 727-8202



657 Castleton Ave.

(718) 448-9775

44 Dongan Hills Ave.

(718) 987-7755


First Foot Forward

1466 Manor Road

(718) 475-5226

1279 Arthur Kill Road

(718) 256-8113



80 Woodrow Road

Staten Island, NY

(718) 356-0008


Joan Ann Kennedy

26 Sharpe Avenue

Staten Island, NY

(718) 876-0939


Little Lamb

2 Gridley Ave

Staten Island, NY

(718) 448-7774


Tanglewood Preschool

15 Tanglewood Dr.

Staten Island, NY

(718) 967-2424


Our Place School

329 Norway Ave.

Staten Island, NY

(718) 987-9400


UCP (United Cerebral Palsey)

281 Port Richmond Ave.

Staten Island, NY

(718) 442-6006


Volunteers Of America (VOA)

10 Joline Lane

Staten Island, NY

(718) 984-7900


PS373R@P58

75 Marsh St.

Staten Island, NY

(718) 761-2507


57R

103 Palma Drive

Staten Island, NY

(718) 448-4543


PS 16R

80 Monroe Ave.

Staten Island, NY

(718) 447-0124


PS 37R

15 Fairfield Street

Staten Island, NY

(718) 984-9800




Offers many therapeutic ( i.e., counseling, educational evaluations ) and educational (i.e., Parent Education, Head Start Programs for children) services for Staten Island families.


Early Childhood Direction Center- Provides Advocacy, Support, Community Training Programs and Resources for children Birth-5 years. Contact 718-226-6670
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0-3 Years Early Intervention Resources



Early Intervention Agencies That Provide Services (Speech Therapy, Service Coordination, Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Educational Services) For The Children Of Staten Island: Ages 0 Months-3 Years Old.


Challenge Early Intervention Center- 718-370-1596


Children At Play- 718-370-7529


CHIP, Inc.- 718-984-9022

St. Vincent Early Intervention Services - 718-818-5455

Sunny Days Early Intervention Services - 718-556-1616


Thursdays Child- 718-980-1700


TIPSE - 718-984-7900


Visiting Nurse Services of New York - 1-888-867-1225


Visiting Nurse Association - 718-816-3400



The Following Sites Offer Additional Information In Regard To Early Childhood Development







Founded by Stanley Greenspan and Serena Wieder, ICDLD has been a pioneer in its work to advance the identification, prevention and treatment of Developmental and Learning Disorders. They have developed the DIR/Floortime Model treatment approach being used with children and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). This website provides a variety of media tools (podcasts, videos, distance learning courses) to further educate families and professionals about Austism Spectrum Disorders and Learning Disabilities.



Free Workshops - For families, individuals, professionals, or municipal employees who participate in, work in or have an interest in New York's Early Intervention Program.

Some topics are; Understanding Service Coordination, Transition from Early Intervention, etc..


Dr.Stanley Greenspan Presents Webcasts/Podcasts - Listen to web based radio shows hosted by Dr. Greenspan. Topics include ; Autism & Special Needs, Parenting, Regulatory Sensory Processing, etc.


Early Childhood Direction Center- Provides Advocacy, Support, Community Training Programs and Resources for children Birth-5 years. Contact 718-226-6670






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Additional Activities For Kids





General Activities:



Snacktivities 220 E. 86th Street in Manhattan (212) 439-9996



Brooklyn Play Spot 399 Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn (718) 852-2494



Arts and Crafts:



Greenbelt Recreation Center 501 Brielle Avenue (718) 667-3545 Free. You must register. Classes are free but get booked fast. Children (6 -17) are free. Adults (18-54) $50, Seniors (55+) $10. Bridge to Youth St. Regina Pacis 1258 65th Street at 11th Avenue in Brooklyn Sundays 1:30 – 5:00 Contact Rich at (917) 560-8503 or Susan at (718) 836-6490.



Basketball:



Fast Break - Every Friday From 4:30-5:30. 236 Richmond Valley Road. Great Program. Call Christine Dunn for more information.


Blessed Sacrament – Sessions start Tuesday 2/28. Next session is Wednesday, March 7, Tuesday - March 13th, & March 20th. From 7-8 PM Ages 6-teens. From 8-9PM teens-adults. Blessed Sacrament Gym is on Forest Avenue & Manor. 830 Delafield Avenue..




Bridge to Youth St. Regina Pacis 1258 65th Street at 11th Avenue in Brooklyn Sundays 1:30 – 5:00 Contact Rich at (917) 560-8503 or Susan at (718) 836-6490.



Bicycle Riding: Teach your child to ride a bike. You have to provide the bike, they provide helmets and instruction. You might want to go to all their sessions until your child gets the hang of it. Instruction is not really one on one, but it is helpful. Contact Rich Conroy at (212) 932-2453 ext 159 or e-mail at richc@bikenewyork.org




Bridge to Youth St. Regina Pacis 1258 65th Street at 11th Avenue in Brooklyn $25 per family for a year. They also have music therapy, basketball & arts & crafts. Contact Rich (917) 560-8503 or Susan at (718) 836-6490.




Dance:



Drews Step by step Party Dances.DVD to teach kids step by step dancing for parties. Sold at Party City for about $12.95.



Happy Feet Dance Classes. Dance classes specifically designed for children with special needs. 45 minute weekly classes $45 per month. Incorporating dance basics with overall body awareness, spacing, taking turns, cooperation, team building and more. Class instructors, assistants & study staff working with you and your dancer in a safe, supportive and compassionate environment. Year lon fun with healthy activities and end of year recital performance. SI Dance Center. 26 Richmond Valley Road. Contact Lisa @ 917-612-1238 or Joanne @ 917-583-8927




Day Camp: For children (6-13) Camp Weissglass. Located at Henry Kaufmann campgrounds in partnership with Kings Bay YM-YWHA. Contact Jayne Smith at (718) 475-5286 Also check http://www.resourcesnycdatabase.org/ for other camps.





FOOTBALL:



Football season just started. Meet Coach Roco on September 2 6-8 for registration at Farrell H.S. A $25 donation is requested. Required paperwork will be available. For more information, call Rick Clark, Challenger Director @ 718-667-0241 or e-mail @ rick. clark@verizon.net. or http://www.sipwfl.org/.



GREAT ADVENTURE: Bring a Doctor’s note stating your child has Autism and go to guest relations. They will issue a pass so the children to don‘t have to wait on lines for most of the rides.




Gymnastics: My Gym 7001 Amboy Road (718) 966-9654.




Horseback Riding: Richer Farms Inc. 322 Sharrots Road (718) 967-0742 Beautiful Horses, loving people. Has therapeutic riding. Ask for Cheryl.




Winslow Therapeutic Center 328 Rt. 17A. Warwick, NY (845) 986-6686. Geared to Children with autism & communicative disorders.




Suzanne Grande-Baymar Farms Just over the OuterBridge Crossing in New Jersey. (347) 679-5706





ICE SKATING /HOCKEY




The SI Ice Hockey Assocation if offering a Free 15 week program that teaches the fundamentals of ice hockey to boys & girls ages 4-17. The clinic, which starts on November 22nd & runs thru April 25th is offered on Sunday mornings from 7-8 AM at the Staten Island Skaing Pavillion at 3080 Arthur Kill Road. For more info, call John Dononue SIIHA Pres. at 718-415-9009 or email @ siiha@aol.com





Karate




Fireflies 18th Street #2 Brooklyn, NY (718) 355-9480 Will work with your child’s OT & PT. Ask for Lisa Chin .




Calla Karate 1293 Castleton Avenue Staten Island, NY 718-720-2509 Classes and individual instruction with Eddie Calla




Movies: Staten Island Stadium 16 2474 Forest Avenue (718) 273-4200 FREE movies on Tuesday & Wednesdays at 10:00 a.m. Only in the Summer.



Music Lessons:



Snug Harbor Cultural Center, 1000 Richmond Terrace. (718) 720--5354




PeeWee Soccer: Elizabeth Connelly Center Ages 6-9 Saturdays 11:00 -1:00 Includes 11-12 games, basic sport skills, running, soccer, cooperative play – taking turns, staying with the group, following directions. noon - 12:30 snack and walking to the pool. 12:30 – 1:00 Pool. Special Olympics medicals required. See the form linked at right or e-mail Jcerto180@aol.com.



Soccer: Free program runs Saturdays Ages 6-16.. Spring Season is starting April 30th.. 2:30 - 4:00 PM Miller Field. There are plenty of volunteers and soccer players to help the kids, so please check it out. If you already sent in a medical form, it is good for 3 years. You must register again. You can register on-line at http://www.siysl.org/. For more information, contact Chris Rooney at crooneycmr@aol.com.



Swimming:



JCC of Staten Island. Offered in sessions. Contact Jayne Smith, Special Needs Director at (718) 475 -5286.

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Voices From The Autistic Community

We are excited to announce this newest area on our site. We will be featuring stories, short films, poems, etc. from our Autistic Community. If you have a story, poem or short film please contact us at sispecialkids@gmail.com



Joey Travolta's Summer Short Film Camps for children with Autism 9-21 in Englewood, NJ



Have a view of what happens in Travolta's film camp with MarbleJam Kids

Let's Do It! In Staten Island. Contact www.newstride@verizon.net attn. George Nickel





Have a view of "Eeya's Story"




"Eeya's Rhythm" is a story for children. It tells the story of a young boy, Eeya who is autistic. He helps rescue his tribe the Weewoos from another tribe who wants to make them slaves.




Dani Bowman a 15 year old girl with ASD will received an, International Naturally Autistic People Award in the Children's Visual Arts Category for her animation of "Eeya's Rhythm".


Dani's PowerLight-Studios animation company in conjunction with Joey Travolta's Inclusion Films produced this animated movie. "Eeya's Rhythm" is a children's story written by George Nickel, Speech-Language Pathologist from Staten Island, New York.


Watch for the release of the book.






This is a great letter of introduction for the first day of school: Dear Teacher, I understand that you have many students to attend to. My intention is to give you some background on so that you can better understand him and his capabilities. Describe a little about your child. If you have any concerns or problems, please feel free to contact me at any time. I believe in working collaboratively with the school to help achieve all that he is capable of. Again, please do not hesitate to contact if you have any questions or concerns. My daytime number is and my evening number is. I thank you for your time, consideration and understanding. Sincerely, Pleae sign below that you have received and read the letter and return the slip to Thank you. _______________________________ I have read the attached letter regarding ______________________________ Teacher's signature







Dan Marino's website http://www.childnett.tv/




Here is a video story of an eleven year old girl diagnosed with Autism who has recently began communicating using a computer. Thanks, Joaasn.








SOS- Songs Of The Spectrum




A group of talented musicians (Jackson Browne, Marshal Crenshaw, etc.) came together to produce a CD Songs of the Spectrum. I am sure you can find at least one song that you can relate to on this very well thought through project. You may even want to go see them perform.










This is a Video by Dani from PowerLight-Studios "No Less"


























Find out what is new in helping autistic children. The results are fantastic http://www.denverneurofeedback.com/benefits/autism.html autism.html Here is an article from Time about Jenny McCarthy and the Autism Debate http://www.time.com/time/nation/article/0,8599,1967796-4,00.html

Read this recent interview with Temple Grandin in the Wall Street Journal






Check out more about Temple Grandin in this uplifting, and hopeful and informative interview














Here is a story of a young girl, Dani who has Autism and is doing animation and graphic design at 14 years old!! So, we see many things are possible and there are wonderful angels in this world.


Please click on site below and Check out Discovering Hope which is about Dani.














Here is a short video of Dr. Greenspan discussing the DIR/FloorTime Approach http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrXGh9bT0Sw




Here are some tips on what to do when engaging with your child


















Here is a poem written by a dad of a child with Asperger's Syndrome:






A Child's Battle by Jay Schneider @ Jscribe25@aol.com







Glorious granger once conceived,


plans and dreams commence.


Never thinking yours can be perceived,


others let you know 'it' as a pretense.






Let your child know your love,


showing more than saying.


Cause their battles in life outside are tough,


inside feeling left out when they should be playing.






A parents love and commitment can't be bought,


politics put in place try to resist ones plight.


Ones real battle waged wins only when taught,


never giving up on yours and others fuels that fight.




Children are innocent and never asked for this, we as parents can't let outside influences push them down. A smile is admired, need not more to be inspired.










Mary Ellen Barrett posted this poem on her blog, "Tales from The Bonny Blue House," for Autism Awareness Month in April.




Mother's Love








The face of autism lives in my home.


He is often confused. He is rarely smiling. He is dismayed by change. He makes odd food choices.


He often shows a lack of understanding for the feelings of others. He repeats things endlessly.


He has quirky habits. He can be downright surly.


He is lit up by music. He is gentle with babies. He shows great compassion for visible suffering.


He occasionally shows great intuition.


He will entertain toddlers for hours with silliness. He has a deep love of the Mass. He has an innate piety. He navigates a world he does not understand better that I could.


He is the child who made us parents. He taught us so much.


He is the face of autism in our home.


He is my joy.




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Fun Activity Resources For Kids

Look at these Links for fun arts, crafts and games for children. Also, you will find excellent educational information as well.
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