OLDER TEENS SUMMER ART THERAPY AND DBT GROUP – JUNE 26-AUG 28
Mayda Taney, MA, MEd, LMHC, ATR-BC of Inner Well Counseling and Art Therapy will have a small group of 6-7 teens, struggling with anxiety or depression, for a summer art therapy group, Thursday, 12-1:30pm, June 26-August 28. Art therapy will serve as a modality to learn Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) concepts and skills. Contact (206) 304-1954, merrydancer@comcast.ent or visit www.innerwellcounseling.com
SUMMER PROGRAM FOR TEENS
FEAT of WA’s Experience Learning Project, a summer program for teens with HFA and Asperger’s Syndrome is accepting applications through June. For enrollment information and applications please contact (206) 763-3373 or featwa@featwa.org or visit http://www.featwa.org/programs.html#anchor_33
MIRACLE LEAGUE BASEBALL TEAM
Monroe Family YMCA and the Rotary Club of Monroe co-sponsor this special team open to anyone ages 5 and up with any type/degree of physical or mental impairment. $40. Financial assistance is available. Contact Heidi Pratley, Miracle League Coordinator, (206) 661-6578 or (360) 804-2178.
CLASS, Inc. SUMMER THERAPY CAMPS
CLASS, Inc. is offering exciting series of summer camp-like therapy sessions that focus on building stronger social, play and communication skills while learning new cognitive skills through science experiments, crafts, literacy projects and more. Contact Paula Herrington at (253) 874-9300 or visit www.classinc.net
RYTHER OUTDOOR LEADERSHIP PROGRAM FOR SUMMER 2008
An enriching summer experience for students with Asperger’s, HFA, ADD/ADHD, and related conditions. Field trips, stream restoration, hiking, teambuilding, ropes course, indoor rock climbing, and more.
Ages 13-18. Two sessions: July 7-31, Aug 4-28;
Ages 10-12. Two sessions: July 21-31, Aug 4-14.
Contact Benjamin Wahl at (206) 517-0222 or benw@ryther.org or visit www.collaborativecoaching.net
SUMMER CAMPS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
The Washington Summer Camps and Programs for Children with Special Needs is now updated for 2008. Director can be accessed and/or downloaded at http://www.cshcn.org/resources/campcalendar.cfm?intro=yes
RECREATION CALENDAR
Visit http://www.arcofkingcounty.org/guide/events/rec/ for the latest information about recreational activities for all ages in the Puget Sound area. This is a very valuable service provided by the Arc of King County.
LEGO CLUB – NOW ON SUNDAYS AND NEW LOCATION
The Arc of Snohomish County Lego Club for children with disabilities, siblings, friends, neighbors, etc, All ages. Third Sundays, 1-3pm, Everett Firefighters Hall, 2411 Hewitt Ave, Everett. Legos provided. Parents must be present with their children. Contact Tracie at Tracie@arcsno.org
AUGUST – DECEMBER, 3rd Sunday, 1-3PM
THE BOUNCY PLACE
A new, fun place for kids in South King County. Special Needs event the last Thursday of each month, drop in price is $5 for each child. Parents accompanying children are free. Check their website or call first. The Bouncy Place, 22647 72nd Ave So, Kent (253) 872-2155 or www.thebouncyplace.com
ONLINE ASPERGER BOOK CLUB
You are invited to join a new book club. The discussion will be held online at http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/AllThingsAspergers/ Read more about the club at www.AllThingsAspergers.com . All are welcome.
FRIENDSHIP ADVENTURES
Friendship Adventures is a volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of people with developmental disabilities through recreational, educational and leisure opportunities. Visit http://www.friendshipadventures.org for details.
WENDY ZIEVE, MUSIC THERAPIST
Wendy Zieve MA, MT-BC, Music Therapy So-King, 411 North 190th St, Shoreline, (206) 542-5808, wzieve@comcast.net.
EXCEPTIONAL DANCERS AT EMERALD BALLET THEATER
Dance classes for elementary school age children with special needs. Visit www.emeraldballet.org
SPECIAL DANCE AT KIRKLAND INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF BALLET
Dance classes called “Into the Arts” for youth up to age 21 taught by Jody Fridenstine, OT. Visit www.interballetschool.com
DANCE AND CREATIVE MOVEMENT
Dance and creative movement for children and adults with physical and developmental disabilities. Allegro Dance, 1209 Central Ave S #101, Kent, (253) 813-9630.
SWIM LESSONS
Susan Steckler, susan@schooloffish.net, (425) 747-6769
Linda Riggins, swim@lindariggins.com, (425) 823-0177, www.lindariggins.com
Tiger Mountain Aquatics, www.tigermtaquatics.com, (425) 392-4302, vivgene@aol.com
Northwest Center adaptive aquatic instruction for special needs adults and children, www.nwcenter.org , several locations
Harriet Ott, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and Certified Aquatic Therapist, www.cisaquatics.com
Stroum Jewish Community Center, Mercer Island, www.sjcc.org
ATHLETES FOR KIDS
This group matches kids with special needs with high school athletes willing to volunteer as role models and mentors, Issaquah. Visit http://athletesforkids.org or call Teresa Bretl at (425) 260-2109 .
OUTDOORS FOR ALL
Outdoors for All, formerly SkiforAll, offers recreational activities for children with and without disabilities, ages 5-21. Email info@outdoorsforall.org or call (425) 462-0978 or visit www.outdoorsforall.org
SPECIAL SATURDAY CLUB
Camp Fire USA’s Special Saturday Club provides recreation for children of all abilities, children with disabilities ages 4-12, and children without disabilities ages 4-10. Each session is staffed by an adult program manager and 2-4 teens trained in Camp Fire USA’s Special Sitters Program, Saturdays, 10am-3pm. Contact (206) 461-8550 ext 308 or visit www.campfire-usa.org/specialsaturdayclub/index.htm
MUSIC CLASS FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
Let’s Make Music Class for children, 3-6 years, with special needs. Designed to promote communication, music and social skills for children with autism and ASD. Call Connecting through Music at (206) 999-6840 or visit www.connectingthroughmusic.com
MY TURN YOUR TURN CD HELPS CHILDREN LEARN SOCIAL SKILLS
Cathy Bollingers of Charlottesville, VA, and her husband have produced a children’s music CD said to be revolutionary in teaching basic turn-taking, appropriate emotional expression, and basic social skills. The CD is currently available online at www.rivannamusic.com , www.cdbaby.com , and various other online retailers.
GIRL SCOUTS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS
Ruth Bacha is working with Girl Scout troops in King County to include special needs girls in troops with specially trained interns. For more information contact Ruth at rbacha99@comcast.net .
NOTICE – Due to overwhelming response, this program is full this year. Ruth is now recruiting interns – community service-minded older girls – to help expand this program.
BOY SCOUT TROOP 12 – TUMWATER
New troop for special needs boys, ages 11-17 (or those who have completed 5th grade). Meetings will take place every Tuesday at 7pm at Tumwater Middle School, 6335 Littlerock Rd SW. For details call David Richter at (360) 236-9641 or (360) 888-0733.
BOY SCOUT and CUB SCOUT TROOP 419 - RENTON
Troop 419 boys enjoy the experiences, routines and camaraderie of scouting at their own pace. Boys ages 12+ (over 18 welcome) of all abilities are welcome. Meets 7 PM on first and third Tuesdays during the school year at New Horizon School, 1111 S Carr Road, Renton. For more info call Keith Adams at 425-271-2229. For Cub Scouts, ages 7-11, contact George Tibbits at adgtwft@yahoo.com
ROYAL RANGERS PROGRAM
Royal Rangers is a Christian-based scouting program for boys and girls that meets on Wednesdays from 7-8:30pm at the New Life Church in Maple Valley, 15711 152nd Ave SE, Resource Room, Renton. Visit http://royalrangers.ag.org/about/programs.cfm for details about Royal Rangers. Contact Jeannie at jemerypec@yahoo.com with questions.
JUNIOR GIRL SCOUT TROOP
This troop serves girls with special needs and their typically developing sisters in the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades. Meeting in the Wedgwood neighborhood of Seattle. Leaders have experience working with a variety of cognitive, emotional and physical needs. Contact Kathy at (206) 526-2425 for more information.
ADVENTURESOME
AdventureSome offers fun and challenging outdoors experiences for special needs children. Contact adventuresome@hotmail.com or Jonathan Wood (206) 634-9439.
PERSONAL TRAINER for children with Asperger's Syndrome and related disorders. Reach your goals for improved fitness and well-being or for sports-specific assistance. Marianne Jackson (206) 870-2755 or mariannewjackson@msn.com or visit www.fitness-to-go.com .
TRIPS INC.
Travel opportunities for adults of various abilities in a safe, respectful, and fun atmosphere. Contact KC Sanders for a brochure and more information kc@tripsinc.com or 206-399-3955
WE'RE OUTTA HERE TRAVEL
Individually designed vacation plans for your special family. Make sure all special needs and accommodations are taken care of. Contact Sandy Silveria, owner, (360) 607-8007 or sandy@woh-travel.com .
WEE LIL FRIENDS DAYCARE in Auburn
Childcare in a daycare setting. Care provided by Kelly Roach, mother of a young child with high functioning autism and experience with special needs children. Call (253) 852-2454 for more information.
NORTHWEST`S CHILD – year-round program for children age 8-21 years with moderate to severe special needs while their parents are at work and when school is not in session. Eligible for childcare subsidies; located at 85th N just north of Greenlake. For more information please call Darcy at (206) 526-2493 or email darcyh@earthlink.net or visit www.northwestchild.com .
AIM HIGH is a child home day care program dedicated to serving the needs of school-aged children on the autism spectrum. For more information call Marya Laviste at (206) 417-8357 or marya@aim-high.us .
YOUTH ADVANCEMENT THROUGH MUSIC AND ART (YATMA) offers one-on-one and small group instruction in music and art to help students learn positive communication and build self-esteem. Contact (206) 523-9167 or visit www.yatma.org for more information.