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Greater Columbus, OH, United States
I am a Christian, wife, mom of two lovable boys that have autism, leader of a parent support group and a blogger. The blog and support Group are for parents of exceptional children with Sensory Processing Disorder, ADD, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disabilities, Behavioral and Developmental Delays, etc. Meetings are held in the Greater Columbus, Ohio area every Wednesday morning at DCBDD in Lewis Center and the first Tuesday of each month at Pediatric Therapy Partners also in Lewis Center.

Monday, February 25, 2013

SUMMER THERAPY PROGRAMS

SUMMER THERAPY PROGRAMS

Summer is approaching and quickly!!  Now is the time to research what programs are available for your child to attend during the school break.  Most programs have started their registration processes.  Many will fill up soon.  

I will add information on programs as I learn about them.  

iCAN BIKE - (formerly Loose The Wheels) iCan Shine - This "I Can Bike" training camp is offered June 3 - 7, 2013.  This is a camp offered to children with special needs to assist them in learning how to ride their bicycle without training wheels.

"We understand that the vast majority of people with disabilities never have the experience of independently riding a conventional two-wheel bicycle during their lifetime. Research shows that over 80% of people with Autism and 90% of people with Down syndrome never experience this thrill. Defying these odds is why we exist!" ~ iCan Bike

THE LEARNING SPECTRUM -  offers programs during the summer months. Check with them to see what is available this year.  I know in the past they have offered full and half day sessions as well as special weekly classes.

BARN BUDDIES - Barn Buddies is a "Horses Teaching Social Skills" program offered in the spring and summer.  Equi-Valent Riding Center offers equine therapy programs. 

"Our Equine-Assisted Therapy and Learning Center includes Equine Specialists, Mental Health Professionals, and Therapeutic Riding Instructors and is a PATH International Center Member (NARHA).  Through the use of our Equine related regime, our team mission includes fostering positive mental health strategies which are geared toward improving Social Skills, Healthy Living, Academic Achievement and Leadership Development.  We specialize in the overall physical and mental health of children on the Autistic Spectrum as well as other Developmental Disabilities.  However, our program has the ability to offer a variety of learning opportunities for all types of clients as we explore concepts of respect, trust, and empathy.  Our client's quality of life is elevated through this compelling therapeutic perspective which unlocks the ability to improve and increase strength, balance, coordination, mobility, independence and confidence, which we have found time and again leads to increased overall self esteem." ~ EVRC 


A Language Learning Enrichment Group
Developed Together with We Joy Sing
**Registration Now Open!!**
Social Bugs is designed to enhance language, social, and friendship making skills.  These skills will be nurtured as a licensed speech-language pathologist from Cornerstone and a licensed music therapist from We Joy Sing lead you and your child in various types of play, movement experiences, and music activities.
We invite both typically developing and children with special needs to participate in this FUN-FILLED program along with one adult.

This 8 week program will run June-August 2013 and will be held in the Westerville area!
Groups will be held for the following ages:
  • Toddler 1: ages 14-24 months
  • Toddler 2: ages 24-36 months
  • PreK: ages 3-5 years
  • School-Aged: ages 5-8 years
Contact us today for more information!
 614-973-9755
 Various types of funding are available!

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