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Brain Balance plus our daughter equals AWESOME!! Our daughter Malia was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of eight and has struggled with school from day one. We placed her on several types of ADHD medicine, only to see her personality change. She went from a happy girl to being quiet and even passive aggressive at times. We didn’t know how to help her. Then one day, we saw a commercial on TV about Brain Balance and thought we would give it a try. After being assessed, Malia was recommended for a six month program. Before half way through her program, we could already see changes in her. It was amazing! She was happy, laughing, more confident and showing interest in activities again. The true testimony came when school started. We received the most incredible email from one of her teachers, boasting on how well Malia was doing in school this year. Now as Malia approaches the end of her program, it comes with mixed emotions. We are happy that she has completed her segment and look forward to her future, but sad that she will no longer be visiting the center on a regular basis. She has greatly enjoyed her time with the staff and she can see, herself how much she has changed and grown over these past few months. Our experience with Brain Balance has been remarkable and I would highly recommend Brain Balance to any parent struggling with their child, socially or academically. Regards,
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Chris and Deana Isaacs
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There is no use of crying over spilled milk! Here at Peanut Butter & Jelly Childcare & Preschool everything we do is a learning experience. From learning how to wave hi, to spelling names, with two teachers in each class daily we are able to meet the needs of each child in the class. We do a lot of activities to encourage the involvement of everyone parent, child, and teacher. Examples are we have a haunted house for Halloween, Christmas Programs, Parent Appreciation, field trips and fundraisers every year. Our staff takes time out every week to plan our lessons according to the ages and needs of the children in care based on a weekly theme. The staff follows all state regulations for licensing. This includes background checks, drug test, CPR/First Aid, and have or working on a Childcare Credential. The center itself is always working to meet and exceed health and safety guidelines. Since communication
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is a very important part of raising a child we have an online program that’s used to communicate with parents about the child’s day, needs and any events going on in the center. Our building is filled with art work and crafts the children have done so that the children and parents can be proud of what they have done. Being on the CACFP (food program) we provide healthy meals daily. We are open from 5:30am till 10pm 5 days a week. Proving care for ages 6 weeks old to 6 years of age. You can rest assured your child will be cared for with the utmost kindness, love, and respect. A cup of spilled milk is the least of our concerns.
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Jim Dandy Family Restaurant Kids’ 5 and under eat free 2301 Conner St.773-3288 Noblesville PaPa Roux 8950 E. 10th Indy 603-9861 Nightly after 4 Perkins 250 Noble Creek Dr. Noblesville Monday Thru Wednesday 4 to close 776-2800 Barley Island Brewing Co. 630 Conner St.Noblesville 770-5280 Tuesday and Wednesday Quizno’s 14300 Mundy Dr Noblesville 7 days a week 4 to close dine in only 773-7041 The Original Pancake House 3 Free Pancakes for children 7 and under with adult entrée purchase Monday through Sunday at Noblesville, Fishers, and Indianaopolis locations Tucanos Brazilian Grill Noblesville Kids 7 and younger eat free everyday. Chef Mikes Charcoal Grill 102 Woodland Dr Indy Kids 5 and Younger eat for 99 cents Wuzzlers Grill and Spoon Greenwood 884-9468 Kids eat free w. adult meal Monday-Friday
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Chick Fil-A 3360 W. 86th St. The Pyramids, Indy 871-5330 Mexico City Grill Emerson Ave Indy and Fishers In. Free kids meal with adult meal. Roscoe’s Taco’s Greenwood Kids meal free with Minimum $6 adult meal. Latitude 39 4016 E. 82nd Fee Game Bowling, Kid’s Meal and $5 game card with adult meal 813-6565 Mexico City Grill Fishers 11653 Fishers Station Rd 577-1900 Mexican City Grill Indy 8028 S. Emerson Ave 884-4901 Castlers Kitchen and Bar 11501 Geist Pavilion Dr.596-9810 Fishers 5-9 Texas Road House Fishers 12950 Publishers Dr. 585-5020 Family Night 1.99 Kid’s Meal Culvers Kids NightFishers 96th St Every Monday, 5:30-8:30 pm and Indy 71st and Georgetown – Every Monday, 5:30 – 8:30 pm
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All area Fazoli’s 99cent Kids meals Tuesday evenings 5-8 call for details. MacKenzie River Pizza Carmel and 82nd St Castleton 564-4211 and 288-0609 Scotty’s Brewhouse 3905 E. 96th Street Indianapolis, IN & 1 Virginia Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46204 CR Heroes 10570 E. 96th St. Fishers 576-1070 5-p Face Painting & Balloon Animals Cancun 6714 E 82nd St, Indianapolis 578-7054 Chick Fil A Avon Rt 36 Tuesday January 4th is Olympics Family Night. from 5:30-7:30 Chick Fil A Noblesville Family Night First Tuesday of each Month from 5-8pm 773-4100 Chick Fil A Carmel 14647 US 31 North Family Night each Tuesday from 5-8pm 815-9465 Hellas Café 8501 Westfield Blvd 257-6211 Indy Champps Indy Northside 8711 N. River Crossing Blvd. 2 children eat free with 1 adult meal all day Tuesday Bob Evans’ Family Night from DJ 6-8pm One kid eats free with adult meal purchase. Greenwood In Perkin’s Castleton East 82nd St. Indy 842-9447 4-9 Joe’s Shelby St. Diner Indy 783-9590 6
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Michaelangelo’s 550 Westfield Rd Noblesville Kids Eat Free 773-6066 Grindstone Charley’s Rockville Rd and Crawfordsville Rd’s Indy 243-8760 and 481-1870 Johnny Rockets Greenwood Mall and Castleton Mall 881-6240 and 578-8015 5 to 9 Barley Island Brewing Co. Noblesville In Free Kids Meal with Adult meal Wednesday and Thursday Johnny Rockets Castleton Mall Kids meal free with each adult meal 5 to 9 Continued Page 8
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Illinois Street Food Emporium Indy Free kids meal with each adult meal 4 to close Skyline Chili Indy Locations Kids meal 99 cents 5 to close.
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Steak N Shake all Indianapolis locations Chick Fil A Avon Rt 36 Indianapolis Indianas Victory Field Kids Eat Free with at least an $8 purchase.
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Scotty’s Brewhouse 3905 E. 96th Street Indianapolis, IN & 1 Virginia Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46204 Granite City Food and Brewery 150 W. 96th St Carmel 218-7185 5-9 Magician 5-8 Steak N Shake all Indianapolis locations Rock Star Pizza 922 E. Main St. Brownsburg 858-1188 all day dine in Only Indianapolis Indianas Victory Field Kids Eat Free with at least an $8 purchase. Books and Brew 9402 Upton Dr Suite 1400 Free Kids meal w/ Adult Purchase Grand Junction Brewing Westfield Free kids Meal with Adult Meal (Please call ahead to verify details)
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Help Your Child With Goals How do you as a parent help your children to set goals? I ask this because you're certainly active in structuring their life to accomplish goals that include sports, spelling bees, chores, and work activities like babysitting or part-time work. But have you ever spent time with your children asking them what they would like to accomplish in their life and then brainstorming how to get the job done? There are several fun exercises that you can do at dinner time, or on the way to sports activities that will help you to get your children thinking about goals. Pick A Word The first exercise is called “Pick A Word” and it involves having your child pick a word that they would like to implement into their life for 2016. If your child wants to be a better soccer player the word might be “practice.” If your child wants to be a better student the word might be “studious,” or if your child wants to have more friends to the word might be “kindness.” Spend some time writing the words on big pieces of paper or drawing symbols and images that represent his word. Ask your children where can they put the word so that they'll see it regularly to remind them to work on their goal. Do regular check-in's with your child to find out how they are doing with the word “practice” or “studious” or “kindness” and help to brainstorm new ways that they can play out this word. Brainstorm Goals Another fun exercise is to sit down at the kitchen table with a piece of paper and a pencil and everybody in the family writes as
many goals as they can think of that they would like to accomplish in their lifetime. Tell them they have 8 minutes to come up with ideas.
Carol Juergensen Sheets
You will need to do this exercise ahead of time and read it to your children to role model what this exercise looks like. This list might look like: I want to travel all over the world, I want to find a church, I want to donate time to the neighborhood nursing home, I want to go camping, I want to learn how to hip-hop, I want a new car, I want to learn how to play guitar, I want to meet the president, I want to raise more money for our church. You get the jest, the important thing is to dream big and have lots of goals to help your family see that there are many possibilities in life but first you have to write down your goals to make them happen! After you have read your goals to your family, you give them 8 minutes to come up with their goals and you inspire them by asking them to write down at least 25 of them. If you have small children it may be necessary to be their secretary and write down their goals for them. Then everybody is asked to read their goals or to have a representative read their list for them. The next task is to have them circle the goal they would most like to accomplish in 2016. The family is encouraged to talk about how they can help each other accomplish the goal. This really helps a family to feel solidarity and work together to create a positive experience for each other. Goals can lead to amazing things….teach your children to have fun with them!
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ABC at a Glance
Get to know The Applied Behavior Center for Autism We Were Founded by an Autism Mother ABC was founded in 1997 when CEO, Sherry Quinn’s son Michael was diagnosed with autism. At the time, autism was a rare diagnosis. In fact, Michael was the only child in his entire school district with autism. After doing extensive research, Sherry realized that Applied Behavior Analysis Therapy was the best possible treatment for her son. At the time, that service was not offered anywhere within the state of Indiana. Sherry set out to change that. We are Indiana’s Largest & Longest Running ABA Therapy Provider ABC has grown to be the largest and longest running ABA therapy provider in the state of Indiana. We are proud to offer 7 outpatient facilities throughout the state. This includes our Indy North Center, Early Childhood Center, Carmel Center, Indy West Center, Greenwood Center, Richmond Center and our Terre Haute Center (located inside the Terre Haute Children’s Museum). Each of our centers offers a unique blend of amenities including custom-crafted indoor gyms and individual therapy rooms. We Offer More than ABA Therapy At ABC, we offer a wide variety of highquality services. These include: ABA Therapy, Behavior Consulting, Speech Therapy (lead by duel-certified SLPs/ Behavior Analysts), Occupational Therapy, Diagnostic Testing, and Indoor Swim Lessons. We Serve a Very Broad Age Range ABC proudly specializes in serving clients ages 2 and older. We Offer Specialized Programming for Teens & Adults Our LIFE Program (Learning in Functional
Environments) serves ages 10 and older. LIFE is a full-day program that uses the science of ABA to teach skills that promote independence and quality of life. Children and teens in this program learn to work on functional skills within a simulated home environment and real life, communitybased settings. Important skills such as budgeting money, grocery shopping, peer interactions, doing laundry, hygiene and more are worked on within this program. This program is offered at our Indy North, Greenwood, Indy West and Carmel locations. We Provide Full Insurance Management Services (Free of Charge) At ABC, we understand that there are several stresses and pressures that come with searching for the right services for your child. Sorting through insurance struggles should not be another stressor added to that list. Because of this, our trained team of experts handles all insurance processing on behalf of our clients. This is a service that we offer to all families completely free of charge. We Also Offer Home Therapy Programs ABC offers services across a variety of locations. Although center-based is our most popular option, we also offer schoolbased, community-based and home-based programs. Our home programs can be offered within 20 miles of our locations. Real Kids. Real Stories. Real Testimonials. We pride ourselves on the fact that our Facebook page and website are filled only with real kids, real stories & real testimonials. To learn more about the exciting progress happening at ABC, like us at Facebook.com/AutismHope or visit us at AppliedBehaviorCenter.org.
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Proud Sponsors of Resources for Special Needs Children Access Behavioral Solutions Clinic Pg 13 www.accessbehavioralsolutions.com Info@accessbehavioralsolutions.com 317.802.7447 Access Behavioral Solutions is making ABA services available by bringing the therapy to you- in your home, in your community, or in the clinic. Applied Behavior Center for Autism Pgs 14, 15 & 28 www.appliedbehaviorcenter.org ABC for Autism is proud to be Indiana’s largest and longest running ABA therapy provider. With 7 locations statewide (Indy North, Early Childhood Center, Indy West, Greenwood, Richmond, Terre Haute and Carmel), ABC provides one-on-one individualized programming in the areas of ABA therapy, behavior consulting, speech therapy, occupational therapy and special needs swim lessons for ages 2 and older. BACA Behavior Analysis Center for Autism Pg 23 Contact Sarah Cox: Scox@TheBACA.com 317.436.8961 High quality, intensive ABA Programs overseen by PH.D. behavior analysts.
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Brain Balance Pg 3 www.brainbalanceindy.com 317.843.9200 9510 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis Brain Balance’s Program has changed the lives of kids suffering with ADHD, learning disorders and behavioral issues. We integrate cognitive, sensory-motor and nutritional training into a highly effective, drug-free program that targets your child’s specific challenges. Natural Valley Ranch Pg 17pg. 7 www.NaturalValleyRanch.com www.NaturalValleyTherapeuticRiding.org Marie@NaturalValleyRanch.com 317-509-3577 Birthday Parties, Trail Rides, Lessons, Petting Zoo Hayride/Bonfire, Therapeutic Riding St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf Pg 2 www.sjid.org 317.471.8560 Leaders in Listening and Spoken Language. Supervision Infrared Sauna Pg 5 SupervisionWeightLoss.com 317-849-8446 For treatment of autism.
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3rd Graders and iRead At j&R Tutoring Academy we have had one student test at grade level in reading comprehension! Since we pull from five different school districts with different reading programs, there is no way to determine what the underlying problems may be. Children often score high on our diagnostic in sight words and phonics, but well below grade level in comprehension. Current reading programs emphasize the ability to read passages without making mistakes. As a result, the children focus on being able to sound out/read the correct words. The energy taken for this may not leave time to absorb the written words themselves. The student is reading words, but not comprehending. Comprehension is a higher level skill. It must be developed. That development takes time.
This past January we were literally deluged with parents who suddenly realized that their third grader may not be equipped to pass iRead. As a result, we developed a special iRead preparation program. Our program focuses on the same reading and comprehension skills and applications the test covers. Unfortunately parents tend not to worry about iRead until after the first of the year. At that point there is about three months until iRead. Although that may seem like a long time, in tutoring time it is about 24 hours. Is that enough time to fill in the gaps? By enrolling your third grader in our special iRead Prep program, you will provide him or her with the tools necessary to fly through iRead! Reading is the foundation of all learning, and that foundation is built in the early elementary years. Make it a strong one!
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January 2016 November 14 – January 3 Christmas at Lily House. During Christmas at Lilly House for 2015, Oldfields will be alive with holiday decorative ideas that were current during the 1930s and 1940s, a time that encompassed Depression-era frugality, wartime shortages, and an emerging postwar exuberance, each of which influenced Americans’ approach to decorating their homes. Décor in the house will include a combination of familiar favorites such as trees, wreaths, and greenery, as well as more unusual elements sure to delight visitors. Whether originating in an atmosphere of wartime scarcity or in times of peace and plenty, holiday décor expressed Americans’ wish for a sense of connection with tradition and for festive seasonal changes. www.imamuseum.org Thursday, December 31, 5:00pm – 12:30am Downtown Indy’s New Year’s Eve on Georgia Street. Featuring an exciting entertainment line-up, stimulating sights, plenty of food and drink and a unique midnight extravaganza. Step inside out of the cold thanks to Pacers Sports & Entertainment. Family-friendly activities are planned inside the Entry Pavilion at Bankers Life Fieldhouse with the united support of the Pacers, Fever, Colts, Indians and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. At 11:59 p.m. on 12/31, when in most cities the traditional “ball drop” takes place, a suspended IndyCar hoisted high above the crowd will descend to a collective countdown amidst great fanfare and fireworks at midnight. www.indydt.com Thursday, December 31, 6:00 – 9:00pm Family News Year’s Eve. The holiday season concludes with a family-friendly, alcohol-free celebration in the Governor Frank O'Bannon Great Hall. Children and adults will enjoy live music, games, crafts, magicians and clowns. The party even includes a balloon drop for the little ones at 8 p.m. www.indianamuseum.org Tuesday, January 12 – Sunday, January 17 The Wizard of Oz at Clowes Memorial Hall of Butler University. The most magical adventure of them all. This new production of The Wizard of Oz is an enchanting adaptation of the all-time classic, totally reconceived for the stage.
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Developed from the ever popular MGM screenplay, this production contains the beloved songs from the Oscar®-winning movie score, all the favorite characters and iconic moments, plus a few surprises along the way, including new songs by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. Click your heels together and join Scarecrow, Tin Man, Lion, Dorothy and her little dog Toto, as they journey through the magical land of Oz to meet the Wizard and obtain their hearts’ desires. Watch out for the Wicked Witch of the West and her winged monkeys as you rediscover the real story of Oz in this fantastic musical treat for the whole family. Saturday, January 16 – Sunday, January 17 Fantastic Food Fest at Indiana State Fairgrounds. Fantastic Food Fest is a culinary festival unlike anything Indiana has ever seen. Over 10,000 people will be through the doors.This is not your ordinary cooking show, it's a full weekend of food, fun, and entertainment! Spread out over 75,000 square feet of indoor space, this unparalleled, cultural experience features the area's largest presentation of fine food, breweries, wineries, restaurants, event specialists and purveyors ever in Indiana all under one roof! Consumers will be able to sample and shop from a collection of hundreds of companies showcasing a variety of specialty foods and culinary gadgets. Monday, January 18, 10:00am Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Celebration at Indiana State Museum. Martin Luther King Jr. Day at the museum celebrates the legacy of equal rights in America. The museum in its entirety is open to the public, free of charge, and engages visitors in unique and meaningful ways that reflect the vision of MLK. This event draws nearly 5,000 guests. Admission: The day is FREE and open to the public with the exchange of a nonperishable food item. Monday, January 18, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Day at the Indy Zoo. Although the Zoo is usually closed on Mondays in January, weather permitting, it will be our privilege to open our gates on this day to those with a generous heart. You'll not only enjoy a special visit to the Zoo but also a special feeling of helping our community. Our
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Fun Events hardier animals will be out to enjoy the day, including seals and sea lions, tigers, polar bear, walrus, brown bears and more. The Zoo's indoor exhibits — Oceans, Dolphin Dome, Deserts Dome, Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center and Hilbert Conservatory — will be open as well. Plus guests can enjoy a free Dolphin Adventure Show. The Zoo utilizes this annual observance of the civil rights leader’s life to continue the on-going commitment and dedication to serving a diverse community. For the past 15 years, Zoo and White River State Park have taken this opportunity to give back to our community, and with your help, we have collected more than 95 tons of food for Gleaners. Monday, January 18, 2:00pm Harlem Globetrotters at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. The world famous Harlem Globetrotters, featuring some of the greatest athletes and entertainers on the planet, will bring their unrivaled family show to Bankers Life Fieldhouse during their 90th anniversary world tour. Wednesday, January 20 – Sunday, January 24 Disney on Ice – Let’s Celebrate at Bankers Life fieldhouse. It’s one colossal party on ice, with all your favorite Disney friends at Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! Presented by YoKids Organic Yogurt. Join Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald and Goofy as they celebrate a Very Merry Unbirthday Party with Alice and the Mad Hatter; a Royal Valentine’s Day Ball with your favorite Disney Princesses, including Cinderella, Ariel, Belle and Tiana; a Hawaiian luau with Lilo & Stitch; a whole
new world with Jasmine and Aladdin; a winter wonderland with Woody, Jessie and Buzz Lightyear; a Halloween haunt with the Disney villains and more in a magical medley of holidays, celebrations and festivities from around the globe. Come join the celebration you’ve been waiting for when Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! skates into your hometown! Beginning January 23 The Chocolate Slide at The Children’s Museum. Get ready for a sweet new experience—the all-new Chocolate Slide! With the museum’s Sunburst Atrium transformed into a Willy Wonka-inspired wonderland, you’ll zoom down a slide themed like a river of chocolate, and enjoy sweet treats and good eats in the Chocolate Café! www.childrensmuseum.org/ Beginning January 30 Pirates and Princesses: Storybook Adventures at The Children’s Museum. Tales of pirates, princesses, knights, and other adventurers captivate us through books, movies, TV shows, and in childhood daydreams. In Pirates and Princesses: Storybook Adventures, children and families are heroes of their own adventures, role-playing as royals and rebels in an inventive exhibit that inspires the imagination. www.childrensmuseum.org/
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