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General Category / ICC - Events Discussion / POET's Parent Outreach and Enrichment Team
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on: May 29, 2008, 01:28:52 PM
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Parent Outreach and Enrichment Team (POETs)
ICC is in the beginning stages of putting together a very special group of parents that would like to get more involved in ICC. The POETs will help broaden ICC's outreach and visibility. If you have interest in joining, supporting and developing the vision and mission of this group call Karl at 608-204-6247. Get in on the ground floor and make a difference in ICC and the children we serve!
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General Category / Newsletters / MAY Newsletter
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on: May 29, 2008, 01:27:09 PM
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Imagination News
May 2008
Welcome to Imagine a Child's Capacity's e-newsletter
We will send this out to our clients, partners and supporters monthly so that you are consistently updated on new programs, special events, free parent trainings, etc. Please feel free to forward this newsletter on to anyone you feel might be interested!
In this issue:
Program Updates
Events
Upcoming Trainings & Presentations
Ways to Help
Group Space
Summer Groups-
(3 SPOTS LEFT) WEE ONES (2 - 4) This group is designed for parents of children ages 2-4 years who want support in the areas of sensory processing, communication and social skills. This group is set up as a play group to support children’s success during semi- structured and unstructured play settings. We provide parents with strategies to support their child’s play, social language and sensory-motor skills while being part of a play group and to help their children have fun! One week parents will be involved in training with staff while their children are given developmentally appropriate group play opportunities. The following week, parents play with their children in order to receive direct support by our therapists during group interactions.
(3 SPOTS LEFT) MAGICAL MEALTIMES (4-8) This is a play group with a focus on making food and eating fun again! This group is designed for children who are picky in their food preferences and have difficulty taking the leap to try novel foods. We use a heavy sensory exploration approach to this group, first supporting the child’s overall sensory motor system and then incorporating textures and foods into the play. Weekly take home activities will be given in order to support the child to transfer new skill into the home setting.
PLAY PARTNERS (4-12) This social pairing will support children who are at the beginning stages of interaction and communication in a social context. Children will be matched with one other “play partner” for the duration of the 8-week course. The sessions will be led by an occupational therapist, speech therapist, or education specialist and will be supported with a trained volunteer in order to allow the children to benefit from one-on-one support. As the session progresses, a similar aged peer will be invited to the pairing in order to help facilitate peer modeling and expand the interactions. Following this program, children may move on to an integrated play group in order to practice these skills in a larger context.
(1 SPOT LEFT) SENSORY-MOTOR GROUP (4-8) In this group, children with autism will be able to explore social connections and friendships in an environment using movement and sensory activities. Because of the strong movement and sensory processing focus, the skills of motor planning, coordination, and attention will be addressed in addition to the social experience.
(3 SPOTS LEFT) PEN PALS (6-10) This group will help maintain and improve your child’s writing skills in a fun and motivating way. We will use elements of various proven handwriting and visual motor programs as well as incorporating movement and fun! The focus will be on helping improve writing legibility, copying skills and ease of writing to help your child meet their full writing potential.
(2 SPOTS LEFT) ENGINES (7-10) The Engines program gives children vocabulary and strategies to take an active role in ensuring their activity level is a “match” for the activity that they are engaged in. Children learn how to identify and adapt their internal states of arousal, using words that make sense to them. Parent trainings are provided as part of this class as well as a written follow-up of strategies that are supportive of each child. This group is appropriate for a child who is able to regulate successfully with some support from an adult and who has some communication system in place. The program is effective for children who are developmentally at least 6 years of age.
(FULL) MOVE AND RELAX (YOGA 7- 12) This movement-based group uses gross motor movement activities, yoga and relaxation training to support focus, concentration, balance and relaxation. This group will also help a child develop coping skills and will support social interaction through the group focus. Activities are presented in a fun and interactive format in order to foster creative expression and imagination.
(STARTED) MAKING AND BEING A FRIEND – TEAM WORK! (8 – 12) This peer group provides children the ability to practice social skills in both structured and natural play settings. We will target the “basics” of friendship, including how to initiate and maintain play with other as well as how to show respect for different points of view. This session will also focus on the skills necessary to be a member of a team (cooperation, flexibility, working for joint outcomes). Children are encouraged to bring along a similar-aged peer to this group to help facilitate peer modeling.
(3 SPOTS LEFT) MAKING AND BEING A FRIEND – RELAXATION AND INTERACTION! (8 – 12) This peer group provides children the ability to practice social skills in both structured and natural play settings. We will target the “basics” of friendship, including how to initiate and maintain play with other as well as how to show respect for different points of view. This session will also focus on developing the coping skills necessary for when interacting with others presents challenges. We will provide group members with the opportunity to practice a variety of relaxation techniques, including taking breaks, deep breathing, and systematic relaxation.
(4 SPOTS LEFT) PARENT SENSORY SEMINAR (PARENTS) This is an in-depth training opportunity for parents of children with sensory processing disorders. This training will make you comfortable in each area of this disorder and help you to develop a detailed plan of how to help your child at home. This course will be helpful for parents whose children are in the beginning stages of receiving a diagnosis such as autism, developmental delay or sensory processing disorder as well as families who have been receiving other types of services, but are looking for a little more training and education. As this seminar will be limited to 8 families, individual attention will be able to be given to each participant in order to more specifically support your questions and concerns.
BIRTH TO THREE
ICC Is the Madison Metropolitan School Districts Birth to Three Program Provider. The Birth to Three Program provides services for children 0-3 in the MMSD area that meet the 25% delay eligibility requirement. We provide services in the natural environments of the children i.e. home, daycare etc. To make a referral call Karl at 608-204-6247
The Birth to 3 program completed a family phone survey. The results were as follows: our program helped 100% of families surveyed know their rights, helped 100% of families surveyed communicate their child’s needs, and helped 93% of families help their child develop and learn. Some comments from parents were “I appreciate the open communication and accepting attitude.” “I love that they come to my home.” “I like the written information they leave with ideas and suggestions.” “Congratulate them on their good job and great attitudes and caring. They are truly invested in my child.” “I would give them a 10/10 on everything if I could.”
ALL STAR Saturday for May!
A movie experience designed to be enjoyed by all!
Saturday, May 31st, 2008
Doors open at 9:00am, Show starts at 9:30am
Star Cinema
Madison / Fitchburg
6091 McKee Rd – Hwy PD
(No passes accepted)
Featuring:
Lower movie volume
Higher theatre lights
“Break area” available
Accepting and Inviting atmosphere
This month showing:
Narnia
Cost is just $5.00 per person
Seats are limited:
Please reserve your seats today by calling 204-6246 ex. 62
or e-mailing shammer@icc-wi.org
Donations are accepted at ICC to continue to make events like this possible.
Free Parent Trainings
ICC FREE MONTHLY PARENT SEMINARS
Imagine a Child’s Capacity presents An on-going series of free trainings designed to educate and inform.
Monday May 19th Choosing a Daycare A question driven conversation will focus on the following topics: - what to look for when searching for daycare - what questions to ask potential providers - finding child care for children with special needs, as well as typically developing children - What to do when you are not happy with the current daycare situation. Guidelines and handouts will be provided.
Monday June 9th Using Social StoriesTM to Support Individuals on the Autism Spectrum This training will describe the work of Carol Gray and the development of her support strategy called Social StoriesTM. Individuals will learn about the components of Social Stories and why they can be an effective way to support individuals with autism.
Monday July 21st Special Needs Trusts and Wills
RESERVATION DEADLINE FOR THIS SESSION IS JULY 16TH This session lead by Laura Skilton Verhoff of Stafford Rosenbaum LLP Attorneys and presented by The Arc-Dane County will cover Special Needs Trusts, Wills and Powers of Attorney.
WHO SHOULD COME? Immediate Family Members, Extended Family Members, Community Members, Support Staff
WHERE? Imagine a Child’s Capacity 14 Ellis Potter Court, Suite 200 Madison, WI 53711
TIME? 6:00-8:00pm Space is limited, please reserve your seats today (608) 204-6242 or ggardiner@icc-wi.org
Summer Training
Imagine a Child’s Capacity’s Educational Partnership Team Presents:
Summer Training Series
“Autism: Practical Approaches Based in Neurological Understanding and Compassion”
Presenters: Sharon Hammer M.S., Lisa Hoeme M.S., Lisa Ladson B.C.A.B.A., and Sue Trace M.Ed., O.T.R.
June 20: All About Autism (Introduction, recent research, diagnostic information)
June 27: Supporting Individuals with Challenging Behaviors
August 1: Understanding Sensory Regulation
August 8: Building Communication Skills in Individuals Who are Less Verbal
August 15: Making Inclusion Work for Individuals with Autism
August 22: Using Visual Strategies: A Make and Take Opportunity!
Cost: $100.00 per day (Discounts for multiple day attendance)
Conference Times: 9:00-3:00
Lunch on your own
Location: MATC
Downtown Education Center
211 N. Carroll Street
Madison, WI 53703
For more information, contact Karl: (608) 204-6247 or kpierick@icc-wi.org or go to www.icc-wi.org and click on the Summer Training Button.
*trainings can be taken individually or as part of an entire series **continuing education credits will be available through Silver Lake College
BRAT FEST!
Everyone's favorite time of the year...BRAT FEST! Here is your chance to help ICC by working at this years BRAT FEST next weekend. For every hour a volunteer works ICC get's $8! If you would like to help raise money for ICC please call Karl at 204-6247. Shifts are generally only 2-3 hours long, they have openings for wrappers, grillers and cashiers. You get a FREE T-Shirt and FREE Brat!! And you can help ICC raise money to provide the services and innovative programs for the kids in our community!
Scholarship Fund
The cost of raising a child with special needs is incredible. ICC has started raising money for a scholarship fund to help children enroll into programs that they could not normally enroll due to budget restraints. Please donate to this fund and help a child reach their potential! Call Lori at 204-6242 ext. 17 to learn how to make your tax deductible donation.
Parent Outreach and Enrichment Team (POETs)
ICC is in the beginning stages of putting together a very special group of parents that would like to get more involved in ICC. The POETs will help broaden ICC's outreach and visibility. If you have interest in joining, supporting and developing the vision and mission of this group call Karl at 608-204-6247. Get in on the ground floor and make a difference in ICC and the children we serve!
GOT SPACE?
ICC has openings in our therapy rooms on Fridays this Summer! If you have a need for one of our therapy rooms for yourself, a play group, support group or anything else you can think of let us know. 608-204-6247
About:
Imagine a Child's Capacity
kpierick@icc-wi.org
www.icc-wi.org
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General Category / ICC - Events Discussion / SUMMER 2008 TRAINING SERIES
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on: April 25, 2008, 12:13:09 PM
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Summer 2008 Autism Training SeriesPractical Approaches to Autism
Based in Neurological Understanding and CompassionTraining Dates and TopicsAll About Autism:
June 20, 2008, 9:00-3:00An introduction to the autism spectrum. Participants will be provided with an overview of the most up to date information on autism spectrum disorders, including causes, rates, recent research, diagnostic information, characteristics, sensitivity experiences and basic support strategies. Supporting Individuals with Challenging Behavior:
June 27, 2008, 9:00-3:00This workshop begins by presenting a model for helping to understand the meaning and purpose behind behavior that is experienced as challenging, for the learner and others. It looks at the challenging behavior as a result of a context that is somehow not adequately supporting the individual, and explores ways to better provide that support and structure. All strategies are non-aversive and take into account the perspective of all individuals concerned. Understanding Sensory Regulation:
August 1, 2008, 9:00-3:00The fact that people on the autism spectrum need assistance across their day and across environments to regulate and maintain their arousal systems is finally well accepted by most family members and classroom teachers/staff. This session will include an explanation of how individuals on the spectrum may experience the world differently. It will also offer a menu of ideas that people can learn to access themselves in their homes and classrooms to help them regulate and maintain focus. Building Communication Skills in Individuals Who Are Less Verbal:
August 8, 2008, 9:00-3:00Participants will be introduced to the critical questions to ask when determining what kinds of visual and augmentative systems (both expressive and receptive) to develop to support all levels of students on the autism spectrum. They will interact with various systems, and then demonstrate techniques for teaching the use of such systems across school and community environments . Making Inclusion Work for Individuals With Autism:
August 15, 2008, 9:00-3:00More and more schools are serving more and more students with autism every day. Being able to do that in our schools and classrooms in a way that works for and benefits all learners can be a daunting….and exciting…..endeavor for everyone involved. This workshop will offer ideas and tools for creating environments that support relationship development, meaningful participation and learning. Using Visual Strategies: A Make and Take Opportunity:
August 22, 2008, 9:00-3:00Participants will be introduced to the basic components of Social Stories™, as developed by Carol Gray, Power Cards (Gagnon, 2001), visual schedules and organizers. They will have the opportunity to develop each of these tools in a personalized way to be used in supporting someone with autism. Training Information Our Presenters:These trainings are being offered by members of ICC’s Educational Partnerships Team. Together this team has over 80 years of experience supporting individuals with autism, their families, schools and other community agencies. Team members come from a wide variety of backgrounds including early childhood, behavior analysis, rehabilitation psychology, marriage and family therapy, occupational therapy, special education and education. Trainers: Sharon Hammer, M.S. Lisa Ladson, B.C.A.B.A. Lisa Hoeme, M.S. Sue Trace, M.ED., OTR Training Information:Trainings may be taken individually or as a series. Select the topics that best meet your needs. Multiple day discounts apply, if registration is received by June 6, 2008. $50.00 discount when you sign up for three days, $100.00 discount when you sign up for all six days. Audience:Our trainings apply to a wide audience, including parents, teachers, therapists, support staff, family members and community agencies. Important Times: Registration starts at 8:30 each day. Trainings begin at 9:00 and end at 3:00. One hour lunch on your own each day. Location:Madison Area Technical College Downtown Education Center 211 N. Carroll St. Madison, WI 53703 Coll ege Credits:Participants in Autism Series Workshops for Summer 2008 may choose to earn one (1) graduate credit from Silver Lake College per each workshop day for extending the knowledge and skills gained in the workshop to an independent and authentic application of theory to practice within his/her relevant educational and/or professional setting. The cost per credit is $175.00 and is in addition to the workshop fee. The credit registration form, syllabus with requirements, and evaluation form will be available online at www.icc-wi.org two weeks prior to each training date. How to Register
Go to www.icc-wi.org
click on SUMMER TRAINING SERIES
Print out the registration form and send it in!
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General Category / Community Event Discussion / Transition Conference
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on: April 18, 2008, 09:47:43 AM
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The University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee School of Continuing Education hosts
Autism Journeys: Today, Tomorrow and Beyond
A two-day conference concentrating on how to help parents and families prepare for the transitions their autistic children face as they pass through adolescence toward adulthood.
The conference is for professionals and practitioners working in the field of autism. It also is appropriate for families living with autism and related syndromes.
Autism Journeys: Today, Tomorrow and Beyond Aug. 11-12, 9 am-4 pm UWM Union, 2200 E. Kenwood Blvd., Milwaukee Registration fee, $195 Early bird fee of $175 available until June 15
For registration information and other details:
Visit: sce-autism.uwm.edu
Contact Mary Pick at 414-227-3312 or mpick@uwm.edu
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General Category / Child Talk / SUMMER GROUPS
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on: March 06, 2008, 12:49:20 PM
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SUMMER GROUPS
Wee Ones Play Group
(9 weeks)
2-4 years
Wednesday 9:30-10:30 am
June 18th-Aug 20th, 2008
$360
Magical Mealtimes
(Twice weekly for 6 weeks)
4-8 years
Monday and Wednesday 11:00-12:00
June 23rd- Aug 6th, 2008
$450
Play Partners
(8 weeks)
4-12 years
Varies
$400
Sensory Motor Group
(9 weeks)
4-8 years
Tuesday 1:00-2:00 pm
June 17th- Aug 19th, 2008
$360
Pen Pals Handwriting Group
(Twice weekly for 6 weeks)
6-10 years
Tuesday and Thursday 2:30-3:30 pm
June 24th-Aug 7th, 2008
$450
Making and Being - Relaxation and Interaction
(8 weeks)
8-12 years
Mondays 3:30
May 5th – June30th, 2008
$320
Making and Being - Teamwork!
(8 Weeks)
8-12 years
Mondays 3:30
August 4th – September 29th
$320
“How Does Your Engine Run?” Group
(10 weeks)
7-12 years
Thursday 4:00-5:00 pm
June 19th-August 28th, 2008
$400
KEVA Sports Group CANCELLED(8 weeks)
11-15 years
Fridays 12:00-1:00 pm
June 20th-August 15th, 2008
$320
KEVA Sports & Event Center
8312 Forsythia Street
Middleton, WI 53562
Move and Relax FULL
(8 weeks)
7-12 years
Dates and times to be announced
$240
Parent Sensory Seminar
(8 weeks)
Parents
Tuesday 5:30-7:30 pm
June 17th- Aug 12th, 2008
$175
No Classes will be held the week of June 30th-July 4th
Staff: All groups are led by professionals including occupational, physical, or speech therapists and/or educational specialists. In addition, we recruit volunteers in order to ensure a high adult-to-child ratio for optimal learning.
Specifics about ICC classes: In order to maximize each child’s group experience, our classes will include 4-6 participants. Unless noted in the description, our groups are not diagnosis-specific. We will assess each child prior to enrollment in a class to ensure the best match based on parent goals and individual skill set for successful participation in each group. If there are not 4 participants enrolled 2 weeks prior to the start of class, the group will be cancelled. In order to ensure a space in the group, please sign up early.
Intakes: Group intakes/screening will be held approximately 3 weeks prior to beginning of a class, on the weekday and time that a group meets when possible. It is important for your child to participate in a screening in order to meet the group leaders and to ensure that the group focus best matches your child’s skill set and areas of continued growth. Initial screenings are free. If you want/require a written assessment for entrance into the group, we bill assessments at $50.
Fees: Session fee is due on the first day of class. Missed sessions are not refunded once the session has started. If you know that you will be missing a week prior to the start of class, please discuss this with the intake coordinator. If you plan to pay privately you have the option of paying in two installments, half the first week of group, and half during class on the 5th week.
To learn more or enroll call Karl at (608)204-6247. www.icc-wi.org.
ICC Group Descriptions
WEE ONES (2 - 4) This group is designed for parents of children ages 2-4 years who want support in the areas of sensory processing, communication and social skills. This group is set up as a play group to support children’s success during semi- structured and unstructured play settings. We provide parents with strategies to support their child’s play, social language and sensory-motor skills while being part of a play group and to help their children have fun! One week parents will be involved in training with staff while their children are given developmentally appropriate group play opportunities. The following week, parents play with their children in order to receive direct support by our therapists during group interactions.
MAGICAL MEALTIMES (4-8) This is a play group with a focus on making food and eating fun again! This group is designed for children who are picky in their food preferences and have difficulty taking the leap to try novel foods. We use a heavy sensory exploration approach to this group, first supporting the child’s overall sensory motor system and then incorporating textures and foods into the play. Weekly take home activities will be given in order to support the child to transfer new skill into the home setting.
PLAY PARTNERS (4-12) This social pairing will support children who are at the beginning stages of interaction and communication in a social context. Children will be matched with one other “play partner” for the duration of the 8-week course. The sessions will be led by an occupational therapist, speech therapist, or education specialist and will be supported with a trained volunteer in order to allow the children to benefit from one-on-one support. As the session progresses, a similar aged peer will be invited to the pairing in order to help facilitate peer modeling and expand the interactions. Following this program, children may move on to an integrated play group in order to practice these skills in a larger context.
SENSORY-MOTOR GROUP (4-8) In this group, children with autism will be able to explore social connections and friendships in an environment using movement and sensory activities. Because of the strong movement and sensory processing focus, the skills of motor planning, coordination, and attention will be addressed in addition to the social experience.
PEN PALS (6-10) This group will help maintain and improve your child’s writing skills in a fun and motivating way. We will use elements of various proven handwriting and visual motor programs as well as incorporating movement and fun! The focus will be on helping improve writing legibility, copying skills and ease of writing to help your child meet their full writing potential.
ENGINES (7-10) The Engines program gives children vocabulary and strategies to take an active role in ensuring their activity level is a “match” for the activity that they are engaged in. Children learn how to identify and adapt their internal states of arousal, using words that make sense to them. Parent trainings are provided as part of this class as well as a written follow-up of strategies that are supportive of each child. This group is appropriate for a child who is able to regulate successfully with some support from an adult and who has some communication system in place. The program is effective for children who are developmentally at least 6 years of age.
MOVE AND RELAX (YOGA 7- 12) This movement-based group uses gross motor movement activities, yoga and relaxation training to support focus, concentration, balance and relaxation. This group will also help a child develop coping skills and will support social interaction through the group focus. Activities are presented in a fun and interactive format in order to foster creative expression and imagination.
MAKING AND BEING A FRIEND – TEAM WORK! (8 – 12) This peer group provides children the ability to practice social skills in both structured and natural play settings. We will target the “basics” of friendship, including how to initiate and maintain play with other as well as how to show respect for different points of view. This session will also focus on the skills necessary to be a member of a team (cooperation, flexibility, working for joint outcomes). Children are encouraged to bring along a similar-aged peer to this group to help facilitate peer modeling.
MAKING AND BEING A FRIEND – RELAXATION AND INTERACTION! (8 – 12) This peer group provides children the ability to practice social skills in both structured and natural play settings. We will target the “basics” of friendship, including how to initiate and maintain play with other as well as how to show respect for different points of view. This session will also focus on developing the coping skills necessary for when interacting with others presents challenges. We will provide group members with the opportunity to practice a variety of relaxation techniques, including taking breaks, deep breathing, and systematic relaxation.
KEVA SPORTS GROUP (11 – 17) This group supports teens in developing an active lifestyle while also facilitating peer interactions in a typical community setting. A variety of movement and sports activities will be incorporated to help the participants develop lifelong fitness skills. Strategies are developed with peers in order to support participants in positive peer interactions in an active community context. Activities include total body strengthening, cardio activities, activities with a sports focus and yoga.
PARENT SENSORY SEMINAR (PARENTS) This is an in-depth training opportunity for parents of children with sensory processing disorders. This training will make you comfortable in each area of this disorder and help you to develop a detailed plan of how to help your child at home. This course will be helpful for parents whose children who in the beginning stages of receiving a diagnosis such as autism, developmental delay or sensory processing disorder as well as families who have been receiving other types of services, but are looking for a little more training and education. As this seminar will be limited to 8 families, individual attention will be able to be given to each participant in order to more specifically support your questions and concerns.
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General Category / Newsletters / March Newsletter
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on: March 06, 2008, 12:40:08 PM
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Started by Karl Pierick | Last post by Karl Pierick
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Imagination News
March 2008
Welcome to Imagine a Child's Capacity's e-newsletter We will send this out to our clients, partners and supporters monthly so that you are consistently updated on new programs, special events, free parent trainings, etc. Please feel free to forward this newsletter on to anyone you feel might be interested! In this issue: Program Updates Events Upcoming Trainings & Presentations New Partner Job Openings Summer Groups Announced WEE ONES (2 - 4) This group is designed for parents of children ages 2-4 years who want support in the areas of sensory processing, communication and social skills. This group is set up as a play group to support children’s success during semi- structured and unstructured play settings. We provide parents with strategies to support their child’s play, social language and sensory-motor skills while being part of a play group and to help their children have fun! One week parents will be involved in training with staff while their children are given developmentally appropriate group play opportunities. The following week, parents play with their children in order to receive direct support by our therapists during group interactions. MAGICAL MEALTIMES (4-8) This is a play group with a focus on making food and eating fun again! This group is designed for children who are picky in their food preferences and have difficulty taking the leap to try novel foods. We use a heavy sensory exploration approach to this group, first supporting the child’s overall sensory motor system and then incorporating textures and foods into the play. Weekly take home activities will be given in order to support the child to transfer new skill into the home setting. PLAY PARTNERS (4-12) This social pairing will support children who are at the beginning stages of interaction and communication in a social context. Children will be matched with one other “play partner” for the duration of the 8-week course. The sessions will be led by an occupational therapist, speech therapist, or education specialist and will be supported with a trained volunteer in order to allow the children to benefit from one-on-one support. As the session progresses, a similar aged peer will be invited to the pairing in order to help facilitate peer modeling and expand the interactions. Following this program, children may move on to an integrated play group in order to practice these skills in a larger context. SENSORY-MOTOR GROUP (4-8) In this group, children with autism will be able to explore social connections and friendships in an environment using movement and sensory activities. Because of the strong movement and sensory processing focus, the skills of motor planning, coordination, and attention will be addressed in addition to the social experience. PEN PALS (6-10) This group will help maintain and improve your child’s writing skills in a fun and motivating way. We will use elements of various proven handwriting and visual motor programs as well as incorporating movement and fun! The focus will be on helping improve writing legibility, copying skills and ease of writing to help your child meet their full writing potential. ENGINES (7-10) The Engines program gives children vocabulary and strategies to take an active role in ensuring their activity level is a “match” for the activity that they are engaged in. Children learn how to identify and adapt their internal states of arousal, using words that make sense to them. Parent trainings are provided as part of this class as well as a written follow-up of strategies that are supportive of each child. This group is appropriate for a child who is able to regulate successfully with some support from an adult and who has some communication system in place. The program is effective for children who are developmentally at least 6 years of age. MOVE AND RELAX (YOGA 7- 12) This movement-based group uses gross motor movement activities, yoga and relaxation training to support focus, concentration, balance and relaxation. This group will also help a child develop coping skills and will support social interaction through the group focus. Activities are presented in a fun and interactive format in order to foster creative expression and imagination. MAKING AND BEING A FRIEND – TEAM WORK! (8 – 12) This peer group provides children the ability to practice social skills in both structured and natural play settings. We will target the “basics” of friendship, including how to initiate and maintain play with other as well as how to show respect for different points of view. This session will also focus on the skills necessary to be a member of a team (cooperation, flexibility, working for joint outcomes). Children are encouraged to bring along a similar-aged peer to this group to help facilitate peer modeling. MAKING AND BEING A FRIEND – RELAXATION AND INTERACTION! (8 – 12) This peer group provides children the ability to practice social skills in both structured and natural play settings. We will target the “basics” of friendship, including how to initiate and maintain play with other as well as how to show respect for different points of view. This session will also focus on developing the coping skills necessary for when interacting with others presents challenges. We will provide group members with the opportunity to practice a variety of relaxation techniques, including taking breaks, deep breathing, and systematic relaxation. KEVA SPORTS GROUP (11 – 17) This group supports teens in developing an active lifestyle while also facilitating peer interactions in a typical community setting. A variety of movement and sports activities will be incorporated to help the participants develop lifelong fitness skills. Strategies are developed with peers in order to support participants in positive peer interactions in an active community context. Activities include total body strengthening, cardio activities, activities with a sports focus and yoga. PARENT SENSORY SEMINAR (PARENTS) This is an in-depth training opportunity for parents of children with sensory processing disorders. This training will make you comfortable in each area of this disorder and help you to develop a detailed plan of how to help your child at home. This course will be helpful for parents whose children who in the beginning stages of receiving a diagnosis such as autism, developmental delay or sensory processing disorder as well as families who have been receiving other types of services, but are looking for a little more training and education. As this seminar will be limited to 8 families, individual attention will be able to be given to each participant in order to more specifically support your questions and concerns. ALL STAR Saturday for March! A movie experience designed to be enjoyed by all! Saturday, March 29th, 2008 Doors open at 9:00am, Show starts at 9:30am Star Cinema Madison / Fitchburg 6091 McKee Rd – Hwy PD $5.75 a ticket (No passes accepted) Featuring: Lower movie volume Higher theatre lights “Break area” available Accepting and Inviting atmosphere This month showing: Dr. Seuss’ Horton hears a Who!
and another kid friendly movie Seats are limited: Please reserve your seats today by calling 204-6246 ex. 62 or e-mailing shammer@icc-wi.org Portions of proceeds will go to benefit ICC to continue to make events like this possible. Free Parent Trainings ICC FREE MONTHLY PARENT SEMINARS Imagine a Child’s Capacity presents An on-going series of free trainings designed to educate and inform. Monday March 24th Incorporating Animal-Assisted Therapy SPECIAL TIME FOR THIS 6:30 – 8:30 PM Have you ever had the chance to witness the excitement, smiles, calmness, and pure enjoyment a child receives when having contact with an animal? This unspoken connection between child and animal becomes a magical and therapeutic tool for development and growth. Through interactive therapy with animals, PAWWS to Heal works with service providers to achieve treatment goals. Come learn how as a therapy provider you can utilize the motivating benefits of animal-assisted therapy to achieve occupational, physical, speech, and emotional/behavioral goals. Parents are also encouraged and warmly welcomed to attend, as your input into the services for your children is crucial to their success! Presenting will be a group of specialists that work with PAWWS and come from a variety of vocational backgrounds including physical therapy, speech therapy, and a member from the Madison School District Positive Behavior Support Team. March 31st Intro to Autism.Explore Autism. Lisa Ladson and Sharon Hammer, two of ICC's consultants with school systems, bring their extensive knowledge of autism to you. Bring your questions and thoughts to them as they share and educate! WHO SHOULD COME? Immediate Family Members, Extended Family Members, Community Members, Support Staff WHERE? Imagine a Child’s Capacity 14 Ellis Potter Court, Suite 200 Madison, WI 53711 TIME? 6:00-8:00pm Space is limited, please reserve your seats today (608) 204-6242 or ggardiner@icc-wi.org NEW PARTNER ... KEVA The ICC clinic is excited to announce a new partnership with KEVA Sports & Events Center! We will be pairing the clinic's expertise with autism, mental health challenges and sensory processing disorders and the KEVA staff's expertise in designing sports and movement curriculum to offer a weekly group for children ages 11-15. Please refer to the group flier to read more specifics on this exciting group. And check out KEVA Sports Center at www.kevasports.com. Summer Training Imagine a Child’s Capacity’s Educational Partnership Team Presents: Summer Training Series “Autism: Practical Approaches Based in Neurological Understanding and Compassion” Presenters: Sharon Hammer M.S., Lisa Hoeme M.S., Lisa Ladson B.C.A.B.A., and Sue Trace M.Ed., O.T.R. June 20: All About Autism (Introduction, recent research, diagnostic information)
June 27: Supporting Individuals with Challenging Behaviors August 1: Understanding Sensory Regulation August 8: Building Communication Skills in Individuals Who are Less Verbal August 15: Making Inclusion Work for Individuals with Autism
August 22: Using Visual Strategies: A Make and Take Opportunity! Cost: $100.00 per day (Discounts for multiple day attendance) Conference Times: 9:00-3:00 Lunch on your own Location: Greater Madison area, exact location to be determined For more information, contact Karl: (608) 204-6247 or kpierick@icc-wi.org *trainings can be taken individually or as part of an entire series **continuing education credits will be available through Silver Lake College Job Openings Bi-Lingual Service CoordinatorThe Service Coordinator will function as an interdisciplinary team member of the Bridges for Families Birth to 3 Program. This individual will provide specialized services to support families of children with developmental disabilities. The position requires knowledge of principles and intervention practices consistent with Wisconsin’s Birth to 3 Program (HFS90) in providing family-centered services to infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families in natural environments. Speech and Language TherapistPosition available for the birth to three program. Please send resume to Karl Pierick 14 Ellis Potter Court Madison, WI 53711 or email to hr@icc-wi.org About: Imagine a Child's Capacity kpierick@icc-wi.orgwww.icc-wi.org Copyright 2005 Alou Web Design |
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on: December 06, 2007, 10:09:59 AM
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Imagination News
December 2007
Welcome to Imagine a Child's Capacity's e-newsletter
We will send this out to our clients, partners and supporters monthly so that you are consistently updated on new programs, special events, free parent trainings, etc. Please feel free to forward this newsletter on to anyone you feel might be interested!
In this issue:
Program Updates
Events
Upcoming Trainings & Presentations
Thank You
Job Openings
WINTER GROUPS
Winter Groups are filling up FAST!
we have a few spots left in the following groups, hurry and sign up before we have to cancel these groups!
WEE ONES (2 - 4)
This group is designed for parents of children ages 2-4 years who want support in the areas of sensory processing, communication and social skills.
PICKY EATERS (4-6)
This is a play group with a focus on making food and eating fun again! HIGHTOPS (11 – 17)
This group supports teens in developing an active lifestyle by giving them therapeutic tools that can be used in a typical community setting.
MOTOR MAMMALS (4 - 
In this group we use the water as a medium for supporting sensory regulation, motor coordination and social interaction in a fun community setting.
ONLY ONE SPOT LEFT IN THE FOLLOWING GROUPS!
MOVE AND RELAX (YOGA 8- 12)
This movement-based group uses gross motor movement activities, yoga and relaxation training to support focus, concentration, balance and relaxation.
MAKING AND BEING A FRIEND: FUN WITH FEELINGS (8 – 12)
This peer group provides children the ability to practice friendship and social skills in both structured and natural play settings.
THIS GROUP IS CONTINUOUS!
PLAY PARTNERS (4-12)
This social pairing will support children who are at the beginning stages of interaction and communication in a social context.
ALL STAR Saturday for December!!
A movie experience designed to be enjoyed by all!
Saturday, December 29th, 2007
Doors open at 9:00am, Show starts at 9:30am
Star Cinema
Madison / Fitchburg
6091 McKee Rd – Hwy PD
$5.75 a ticket
(No passes accepted)
Featuring:
Lower movie volume
Higher theatre lights
“Break area” available
Accepting and Inviting atmosphere
This month showing:
National Treasure
Alvin and the Chipmunks
Seats are limited:
Please reserve your seats today by calling 204-6246 ex. 62
or e-mailing shammer@icc-wi.org
Portions of proceeds will go to benefit ICC to continue to make events like this possible.
BREAKFAST WITH SANTA!
Imagine a Child's Capacity, along with Wisconsin Family Ties, Knights of Columbus council 531 are pleased to bring you our third annual
"Breakfast with Santa".
Join us on Saturday, December 15th from 9am - noon (Breakfast 9-10:30).
There will be games, crafts, music and a visit by the big guy himself!
Space is limited so please RSVP by December 11th to 267-6888
THANK YOU!!
Imagine a Child's Capacity would like to offer a sincere and heart felt thank you to the the following people!!
ENDRES MFG. CO. AND DIANE BALLWEG $3000
DAVID JONES AND THE TRI-TECH CORPORATION $1000
DEBORAH THUMS $100
AND THE NUMEROUS ANONYMOUS DONATIONS!
It is donations and grants like this that help us continue the work that we do for children and families in our community. THANK YOU!!
CREATIVE SKILL BUILDERS PROGRAM!!
Because of the significant grant from the Endres Mfg. Co. and Diane Ballweg we will be able to once again offer the Creative Skill Builders Program! Our goal is to re-start the program by this Summer. ICC’s Creative Skill Builders Program utilizes a multi-faceted approach to help a child develop the foundational developmental, mechanical and cognitive skills necessary for attention, reading, spelling and comprehension. Teams are comprised of Occupational, Speech and educational specialists. If you are interested in this program details will be coming soon, however you can always call 608-204-6247 to be the first on the list to be contacted about this fantastic program.
YOU CAN HELP ICC PROVIDE THESE PROGRAMS FOR FREE!!
By just purchasing gift cards this holiday season to stores that you will be spending money at anyway. All you have to do is make your purchases (groceries, gas, clothes, gifts, restaurants) ON LINE at www.simplifiedscrip.com. You buy the card for the amount you normally spend, and the stores you choose will AUTOMATICALLY donate anywhere between 1 – 25% of the amount to ICC!!! Once you do it once, you’ll see how easy it is and you can know that by just spending money at stores you already shop at you can help change the lives of children!
FORUM
Don't forget to stop by icc-wi.org and check out our forum at www.icc-wi.org/forum
Always the latest news and updates!.
Job Openings
Bi-Lingual Service Coordinator
The Service Coordinator will function as an interdisciplinary team member of the Bridges for Families Birth to 3 Program. This individual will provide specialized services to support families of children with developmental disabilities. The position requires knowledge of principles and intervention practices consistent with Wisconsin’s Birth to 3 Program (HFS90) in providing family-centered services to infants and toddlers with disabilities and their families in natural environments.
Learning Specialist
Position available for developing and administering a unique reading/learning program to children and young adults with variety of disabilities. Work in close collaboration with occupational and speech therapy in a multi-disciplinary program. 50-75% position.
Please send resume to Karl Pierick 14 Ellis Potter Court Madison, WI 53711 or email to hr@icc-wi.org
Happy Holidays
All of us at Imagine a Child's Capacity would like to thank our community, friends and families for their continued support! We have made significant strides this past year and the light is bright for the children in our community because of your support! We hope you all have a safe and joy filled holiday season!
About:
Imagine a Child's Capacity
kpierick@icc-wi.org
www.icc-wi.org
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General Category / Community Event Discussion / BREAKFAST WITH SANTA!
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on: November 27, 2007, 12:55:23 PM
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HO HO HO!!
Imagine a Child's Capacity, Wisconsin Family Ties and the Knights of Columbus council 531 invite you to a special...
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, December 15th
9 am until Noon
KC 4527 Clubhouse on Verona Road
Breakfast is from 9- 10:30
Games, crafts, movies and music!!
Plus a special visit from SANTA!
Space is limited, please RSVP by December 11th by calling 267-6888
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General Category / ICC - Events Discussion / Re: FREE PARENT TRAINING SEMINARS
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on: November 13, 2007, 01:37:28 PM
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Started by Karl Pierick | Last post by Karl Pierick
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We are in the midst of planning our 2008 Parent Training Series. If you have suggestions on topics that you would like to see covered please respond to this list.
For sure we will be doing an Intro to Autism and a "Walk a while in autism" seminar.
We would love to hear your thoughts for other ideas.
Sincerely
Karl (ICC Intake Coordinator)
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