Staten Island JCC Newsletter

What’s New with the Department for People with Disabilities?

September 2018 Dear Families, Participants, and Professionals,

In This Issue: Message from our Director New Programs Upcoming Events Community Events

Welcome to September! I hope that the beginning of the school year and fall are off to a great start and that you are easily getting “back into the swing of things!”

The Department is busy getting ready for the start of our After School Programs which begin the first week of October. We are also preparing for our Super Special Sunday program to begin in mid-October.

Department Contact Information

We are excited to be hosting the Music for Autism Event (flyer included) on Sunday, September 30. It is a free concert which is open to individuals with disabilities of all ages!

Director, Department for People with Disabilities Jessica Mullins 718-475-5250 jmullins@sijcc.com

If we haven’t yet had the opportunity to meet, I hope that you can join me on Friday, October 5 at the Family Resource and Transition Fair (flyer included). It is a wonderful opportunity to learn about all of the amazing services available on Staten Island.

Day Hab Coordinator, Department for People with Disabilities Craig Kennedy 718-475-5288 ckennedy@sijcc.com

In this newsletter you will find program information about the new programs we will be offering. My hope is that as you settle into the school year, you are able to join us!

Programs are broken into four categories: Early Childhood, School Age, Teen/Young Adult, and Adult. If you are interested in registering for any of the programs, please complete the included form and return it to pwd@sijcc.com.

Nurse, Department for People with Disabilities Delia Levy-Bianchino R.N 718-475-5291 dlevybianchino@sijcc.com Administrative Assistant, Department for People with Disabilities Donna Berg 718-475-5101 dberg@sijcc.com

I also wanted to make note of my change in my contact information. Please update your contacts to my new email address: jmullins@sijcc.com.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out at any time.

Jessica Mullins

Department for People with Disabilities New Programs for 2018-2019 Important Information     

All programs require an intake interview prior to enrollment unless otherwise noted.

All fees and unit approvals are required prior to the start of the program.

All programs operate at a 3:1 participant to staff ratio unless otherwise noted.

Admission paperwork is required prior to the start of program (medical, authorizations, etc.).

All programs require advanced registration and have a minimum number of participants to run.

The Department for People with Disabilities has the right to cancel any programs which do not meet the minimum number of enrolled participants at least five business days prior to the start of the program.

Contact Information Jessica Mullins Director, Department for People with Disabilities jmullins@sijcc.com 718-475-5250 Donna Berg Administrative Assistant, Department for People with Disabilities pwd@sijcc.com 718-475-5101

Early Childhood (ages 3-5)

If you are interested in registering for any of the programs, please return the included registration form to pwd@sijcc.com

School Age (ages 6-12) Getting Sporty This introductory sports class exposes children to the skills, drills, and rules of popular sports. This class is perfect for beginner athletes who want to become more comfortable with sports. Children will gradually be challenged to increase engagement, work collaboratively, and follow multi-step directions. The class will also provide 10 minutes of free play at the end of the class which will be supervised by JCC staff. The free play period allows children to work on appropriate social skills while engaging in age appropriate activities.

Fees: $198.60 per 6-week series or 90 units annually Day of Week: Tuesdays Dates: Session One- Soccer: October 9, October 16, October 23, October 30, November 13, November 20 Session Two- Basketball: January 8, January 15, January 22, January 29, February 12, February 26 Session Three- Baseball: April 2, April 9, April 16, April 30, May 7, May 14 Time: 4:00pm-5:00pm Krafty Kids No need for scissors in this art class! Bring your creativity to our Krafty Kids class which focuses on creating projects that are not paper-based. Projects will include clay, papier-mâché, fabric paints, and more! Children are encouraged to use their imaginations to create beautiful works of art in conjunction with Wizards of Art. This class focuses on the processes involved in art.

Fees: $231.70 per 7-week series or 125 units per year Day of Week: Sundays Dates: Session One: September 16, September 23, September 30, October 7, October 14, October 21, October 28 Session Two: November 4, November 11, November 18, November 25, December 2, December 9, December 16 Session Three: February 24, March 3, March 10, March 17, March 24, March 31, April 7 Time: 11:00am-12:15pm Kidz Klub After School Inclusion Program Kidz Klub is an after-school program for children in grades K-8. The JCC provides a safe and nurturing environment for children to grow academically, physically, and socially. Children participating in Kidz Klub enjoy homework assistance, enrichment classes, arts & crafts, science, sports, and games. Children with disabilities are included with their peers in all activities through the dedicated support of our staff.

Fees: Contact us for additional information about fees Day of Week: Monday-Friday Time: 3:00pm-7:00pm *Participants are supported in a 8:1 ratio.

School’s Out Trips Inclusion Program When school is out, the JCC is in! Join the JCC as we adventure into the community for days filled with fun and excitement throughout New York and New Jersey. Trips are open to children in grades K-8. Children with disabilities are included with their peers through the dedicated support of our staff.

Fees: Contact us for additional information about fees Dates: Days when School is Out Time: 9am-5pm *Participants are supported in a 8:1 ratio.

Super Special Sunday If your child is looking for an opportunity to meet new friends and participate in a variety of activities, then look no further! Participants (ages 6-21) will enjoy activities such as computers, science, fitness, sports, art, cooking, and more. All activities aim to foster socialization, collaboration with peers, and most importantly, FUN! Fees: $20 per session Day of Week: Sundays Dates: Fall/Winter 2018: October 14, October 28, November 11, November 18, December 2, December 16 Winter/Spring 2019: January 6, January 13, February 3, February 10, March 17, March 24, April 7, April 14, May 5, May 12, June 2, June 16 Time: 12:00pm-3:00pm If you are interested in registering for any of the programs, please return the included registration form to pwd@sijcc.com

Teen/Young Adult (ages 13-21) Chill & Chat Join us for an evening focused on social skills, turn-taking, and frustration tolerance in our Chill & Chat program. Participants will have the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities including board games, science experiments, discussion groups, and art projects. This is a perfect smorgasbord of activities which certainly has something for everyone!

Fees: $397.20 per 10-week session or 200 units per year Day of Week: Wednesdays Dates: Session One: September 26, October 3, October 10, October 17, October 24, October 31, November 7, November 14, November 21, November 28 Session Two: January 2, January 9, January 16, January 23, January 30, February 6, February 13, February 27, March 6, March 13 Session Three: March 27, April 3, April 10, April 17, May 1, May 8, May 15, May 22, May 29, June 5 Time: 6:00pm-7:30pm Oh Come On and Be Dramatic!

People are always saying, “don’t be dramatic!” However, at the JCC of Staten Island, we are flipping the tables and asking our teens and young adults, to bring the drama! We invite all of our aspiring actors and actresses to join us for a series of classes filled with opportunities for self-expression, inventing new realities, and learning to go with the flow.

Fees: $357.48 per 9-week session or 130 units per year Day of Week: Sundays Dates: Session One: November 18, November 25, December 2, December 9, January 6, January 13, January 20, January 27, February 3 Session Two: February 24, March 3, March 10, March 17, March 24, March 31, April 7, April 14, April 28 Time: 10:30am-12:00pm

Super Special Sunday If your child is looking for an opportunity to meet new friends and participate in a variety of activities, then look no further! Participants (ages 6-21) will enjoy activities such as computers, science, fitness, sports, art, cooking, and more. All activities aim to foster socialization, collaboration with peers, and most importantly, FUN! Fees: $20 per session Day of Week: Sundays Dates: Fall/Winter 2018: October 14, October 28, November 11, November 18, December 2, December 16 Winter/Spring 2019: January 6, January 13, February 3, February 10, March 17, March 24, April 7, April 14, May 5, May 12, June 2, June 16 Time: 12:00pm-3:00pm Teen & Young Adult Socials There is no better way to meet new friends than by coming to the JCC for an afternoon of fun and socialization. We invite teens & young adults throughout the community to join us for some great music, food, and friendship. Each social will have a theme – so dress to impress! Socials will feature a DJ, themed activities, a themed photo booth, and more!

Fees: $30 per dance per person Day of Week: Sundays Dates: Fall Social: October 14 Winter Social: December 16 Spring Social: March 17 Summer Social: June 16 Time: 12:00pm-3:00pm *Interview not required prior to attendance.

If you are interested in registering for any of the programs, please return the included registration form to pwd@sijcc.com

Adults (ages 21+) Ladies Night Out Calling all ladies! We have designed a program for the fabulous females of the community to come together and have some much-needed girl time! A weekly scheduled will be provided which highlights each week’s activities. One week you could find us whipping up a special treat while the next week you could find us learning how to do our hair and makeup. Don’t worry, there will be plenty of time for girl talk too!

Fees: $582.56 per 11 week session or 285 units per year Day of Week: Tuesdays Dates: Session One: October 9, October 16, October 23, October 30, November 6, November 13, November 20, November 27, December 4, December 11, December 18 Session Two: January 8, January 15, January 22, January 29, February 5, February 12, February 19, February 26, March 5, March 12, March 19 Session Three: April 2, April 9, April 16, April 23, April 30, May 7, May 14, May 21, May 28, June 4, June 11 Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm

Mondays Are For the Men We are thrilled to host the marvelous men of the community on Monday evenings at the JCC of Staten Island. A weekly schedule will be provided which highlights the week’s activities. Activities will include sports, games, discussions, health & wellness lessons, social & recreational activities, and activities of daily living. This is the perfect opportunity for guys to come together and enjoy some quality male bonding time.

Fees: $529.60 per 10-week session or 260 units per year Day of Week: Mondays Dates: Session One: October 15, October 22, October 29, November 5, November 12, November 19, November 26, December 3, December 10, December 17 Session Two: January 7, January 14, January 21, January 28, February 4, February 11, February 25, March 4, March 11, March 18 Session Three: April 1, April 8, April 15, April 22, April 29, May 6, May 13, May 20, June 3, June 17 Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm Pack Your Passport Grab your passport and pack your bag because we are off on an adventure around the world!

Participants will learn about different flags, music, activities, animals, and holidays in different countries around the world. Each session will focus on a new country. This class encourages participants to work in groups, increase communication, and learn a fun fact (or two!).

Fees: $529.60 per 10-week session or 260 units per year Day of Week: Thursdays Dates: Session One: September 13, September 20, September 27, October 4, October 11, October 18, October 25, November 1, November 8, November 15 Session Two: December 6, December 13, December 20, January 3, January 10, January 17, January 24, January 31, February 7, February 14 Session Three: March 7, March 14, March 21, March 28, April 4, April 11, April 18, May 2, May 9, May 16 Time: 6:00pm-8:00pm Adult Socials There is no better way to meet new friends than by coming to the JCC for an evening of fun and socialization. We invite adults (21+) throughout the community to join us for some great music, food, and friendship. Each social will have a theme – so dress to impress! Socials will feature a DJ, themed activities, a themed photo booth, and more!

Fees: $30 per person per dance Day of Week: Sundays Dates: Fall Social: October 14 Winter Social: December 16 Spring Social: March 17 Summer Social: June 16 Time: 3:30pm-6:30pm *Interview not required prior to attendance.

If you are interested in registering for any of the programs, please return the included registration form to pwd@sijcc.com

Department for People with Disabilities Program Registration Form 2018-2019 Contact Information Child’s Name: _______________________________________________ Child’s Date of Birth: _______________________ Child’s Age: __________ Parent’s Name: _______________________________________ Parent’s Phone Number: _______________________________ Parent’s Email Address: _______________________________________

Programs of Interest (check all that apply) Early Childhood ____How Do We Mix It Up?

School Age ____ Getting Sporty ____ Krafty Kids ____ Kidz Klub – Inclusion Program ____ School’s Out Trips

____ Super Special Sunday ____ After School Juniors

Teen/Young Adult ____ Chill & Chat ____ Oh Come On and Be Dramatic! ____ Super Special Sunday Teen & Young Adult Socials _____ October 14 _____ December 16 _____ March 17 _____ June 16

Adult ____ Ladies Night Out ____ Mondays Are For the Men ____ Pack Your Passport Adult Socials _____ October 14 _____ December 16 _____ March 17 _____ June 16 ____ Day Hab Program

____ After School Teens

Funding Information (check funding source & provide contact information) ____Fee for Service

____Waiver Care Manager’s Name & Agency:

____Self-Direction Care Manager’s Name & Agency:

Care Manager’s Email & Phone:

Care Manager’s Email & Phone: Broker’s Name: Broker’s Email & Phone:

Availability for Interview (write in times available) Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Sunday

*All participants are required to complete an intake prior to being accepted into the program.

Please return this form to pwd@sijcc.com and we will be in touch to schedule an interview!

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