WOSEP - Events

Nicky's World Classes

When: March 1, 2010
Where: Tarzana, ca

Nicky's World is open and holding classes for limited communicators, children and young adults, in: music, yoga, movement, play skills, literacy, language enrichment, typing and fine motor skills/art. Workshops are every two months by professionals and every two months by a parent expert. 'Just between us' is a moms support group and the dads support group is a drum circle! A Sibling club and Growers club are gearing up as well. Call Sharon at (818) 968-2337 or email  nickysworld.sharon@gmail.com for class registration, requests, workshop attendance and/or to be part of the community. Please share with your clients and friends.

Introduction to DIR/Floor Time and Sensory Processing Disorder

When: March 4, 2010
Where: Anchorage, Alaska

Dr Esther Hess will be presenting an all day workshop on "An Introduction to DIR/Floor Time and Sensory Processing Disorder" in Anchorage, Alaska and then again in Fairbanks, Alaska on March 4 and march 5, 2010. CEUs are available for a variety of different disciplines. For more information, please contact Summit Professional Education at www.summit-education.com.

Workshop

When: March 12, 2010
Where: St Louis, MO, COPAA conference

COPAA Pre-Conference Skills Workshop

I before EE, the Benefits of an Independent Educational Evaluation
N Jane DuBovy, M.A., J.D, Ann E. Simun, PsyD, Clinical Neuropsychologist

This session covers Independent Education Evaluations (IEEs) in detail, specifically using psychological assessments in preparing for an Individualized Education Program(IEP) or Due Process. Identifying elements of a strong IEE, working with experts, challenging SD reports, and strategically using the IEE within the law are also covered. Basic primer on Neuropsychology and Psychoeducational Assessments and statistics and psychometrics are also included.

Support group for partners of individuals impacted by Asperger's Disorder

When: March 16, 2010
Where: Center for the Developing Mind

Dr Hess is facilitating an adult support group for partners and/or spouses of individuals impacted by Asperger's Disorder. Tuesday nights from 6:00-7:00 p.m. (ongoing). Cost is $75.00 a session (sliding scale available). Group will take place at Center for the Developing Mind, 2990 South Sepulveda Blvd., #308, L.A., CA 90064. For more information please contact Dr. Hess at (310) 652-7581 or Drhess@centerforthedevelopingmind.com.

Lindamood-Bell Spring Open House

When: March 16, 2010
Where: 1554 S. Sepulveda Blvd. Suite 201 Los Angeles, CA 90025

Be our guest and learn about our programs for reading,
comprehension, and math. We will have presentations,
refreshments, activities for children, and a chance to
observe students in session.

Presentations at 11am and 6pm.

Please call 310-481-2293 to RSVP or email amabunga@lblp.com.

Lindamood-Bell Spring Open House

When: March 16, 2010
Where: Promenade on the Peninsula 550 Deep Valley Drive, Suite 291 Rolling Hills Estates

Join Us for Our Spring Open House.

Be our guest and learn about our programs for reading, comprehension, and math. We will have a presentation, refreshments, activities for children, and a chance to observe students in session.

Tuesday, March 16th at 6:00 pm
Presentation at 6:30 pm

Lindamood-Bell®
Palos Verdes Learning Center
Promenade on the Peninsula
550 Deep Valley Drive, Suite 291
Rolling Hills Estates

Call or email to reserve your space
310-541-2977
LBLPPV@LBLP.com

F.A.C.T. We are proud to announce the opening of FACT, affordable Therapeutic Clinic

When: March 16, 2010
Where: West Los Angeles

F.A.C.T. (Family, Adult, and Child Therapies) clinic is staffed with expert, compassionate therapists trained to meet the unique needs of the individual client, couples, and families.  Additionally, many of our clinician's have extensive experience in intervention with children and families with special needs.  Our collaborative team approach provides the best opportunity for successful treatment. 

We are open seven days a week, evening appointments available.  Our fees are based on a sliding scale.

Please call anytime to make a referral or visit the F.A.C.T. clinic. (310)470-9016 Linda Andron Ostrow, LCSW Executive Director Alyce Botwinick, LCSW Clinical Director

An Introduction to DIR/Floor Time and Sensory Processing Disorder

When: March 17, 2010
Where: New York, New York

Dr. Eshter Hess will be presenting an all day workshop "An Introduction to DIR/Floor Time and Sensory Processing Disorder" in New York City, White Plains and Hempstead, New York on March 17, 18 and 19, 2010. CEUs are avalaible for a variety of disciplines. For further information please contact Summit Professional Education at www.summit-education.com.

Neuro-typical Siblings Have Feelings Too!

When: March 21, 2010
Where: Center for the Developing Mind, Los Angeles, CA

Complimentary neurotypically developing siblings group now forming at Center for the Developing Mind. Facilitated by Dr. Esther Hess and geared for children ages 12-15 years of age. For more information, please contact Dr. Hess at (310) 652-7581 or at: drhess@centerforthedevelopingmind.com

Complimentary Grandparent Group Now Forming

When: March 22, 2010
Where:

Complimentary Grandparent group now forming at Centr for the Developing Mind in West Los Angeles. facilitated by Dr. Esther Hess and addressing concerns of grandparents who's children's children are on the spectrum. For more information, please contact Dr. Hess at (310) 652-7581 or Drhess@centerforthedevelopingmind.com.

Vista Del Mar's Vista Inspire Program Presents Miracle Theater and Nes Gadol

When: March 22, 2010
Where: Vista Del Mar

Act, Sing, Dance, and Connect...Fully Included Classes for all Abilities.

Be part of the Dynamic, Creative Community at Vista Del Mar.

Classes in dance, drama, music, and musical theater for ages 4-17.

Children with Autism and other special needs join with typically developing youth and professionals to create joyful meaningful relationships.

Also, Bar and Bat Mitzvah Training and religious education.

Please call 310.836.1223 ext.322 for more information and to enroll today!

Webibar

When: March 24, 2010
Where: Ventura, Area Board 9

Webinar to teach parents and others about the importance of understanding school based and private assessments for disabilities.  Learn how to review your child's assessment for quality and utility; know how to read reports; learn good questions to ask and how to get a better assessment; and learn when an independent educational evaluation may be indicated.  Basic statistics and psychometrics will also be covered. 

Language Constructs, The Art and Science of Words

When: April 8, 2010
Where: Summit View School

 Sasha Borenstein, Executive Director of The Kelter Center presents an evening seminar for parents to help their children understand what they hear (conversations) see (movies) and read (books). Join us at 7:00 while we explore and understand academic and conversational language.  Activities and practical ideas will be abundant.

Kelter Center Summer Session

When: June 28, 2010
Where: Kelter Center

A three hour a day, six-week educational therapy program to maximize students' learning during the summer break.  Work on reading and spelling of individual words, fluency, writing skills or mathematics, and reading comprehension. Please contact us at 310-312-1056 to receive a flyer about this exceptional program.

Kelter Center Writing Clini

When: July 22, 2010
Where: The Kelter Center

This small group class is designed to prepare students for the demands of writing in the upper elementary grades and middle school grades. It develops sophisticated written expression skills. The first week  is titled, Building Your Toolbox, basic expository writting skills at the sentence and paragraph level, the second week is titled Paragraphs with a Purpose, writing cause & effect paragraphs, compare& contrast paragraphs, summary paragraphs and persuasive paragraphs, the third week is titled Multi-Paragraph Essays. To receive more information and a flyer, please call us at The Kelter Center, 310-312-1056.