We Can Help.
For 29 years, Banyan School has helped students who learn differently establish the roots necessary to grow by focusing on the development and reinforcement of the reading, language and communication skills critical for academic success. With small classes, individualized attention, integrated assistive technology and a talented, dedicated staff, we are committed to establishing the foundation that students need for learning and social-emotional development.
2 Special Needs Guide Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com
• HIGH SCHOOL & L I FE ACADEMY Little Falls, NJ 07424 • (P) 973-785-1919 • ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fairfield, NJ 07004 • (P) 973-439-1919 From strong roots come strong minds!
banyanschool.org
3 To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com
Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com 4 Special Needs Guide
5 To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com REINFORCE CLASSROOM LESSONS MASTER LIFE SKILLS TAILOR YOUR EXPERIENCE Explore 15 lifelike Shoppes Discover LifeTown. A one-of-a-kind simulated city that lets special students navigate the ‘real’ world from the comfort of a safe, supportive, and controlled environment. ה״ב BOOK YOUR VISIT TODAY www.LifeTown.com/Schools 10 Microlab Road, Livingston, NJ 07039 • 973-251-0200 For a listing of family programs, please visit lifetown.com/families
6 thespringboardschool.org 11 Harold Street, Tenafly, NJ Lois Mendelson, PhD, director, lemendelson@gmail.com 917-692-8298 New students accepted year-round Helping bright young children with developmental challenges make friends and build a foundation to a mainstream environment. WE BELIEVE THAT SETTING GOALS SPECIFIC TO EACH RIDER IS THE BEST WAY TO HELP THEM ACHIEVE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. OUR THERAPEUTIC INSTRUCTOR WILL WORK WITH EACH RIDER AND THEIR TEAM TO DETERMINE WHAT THEIR PRIORITIES ARE FOR PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND EMOTIONAL BENEFITS. seatonh@verizon.net and melissaseatonhackneysn@gmail.com 440 South Street - Morristown, 440 South Street - Morristown, NJ - 973-644-3355www.seatonhackney.com To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com
Everyone needs a break. You’re no exception. Withself-directedrespitecare,youcanletatrusted familymemberorfriendstepinasagovernment-funded caregiver,soyoucanrecharge,tackleyourto-dolist,or spendtimewithfamilyandfriends.Allatnocosttoyou. Contactustoconfirmyour eligibilityandapply Choosearespiteprovider you’recomfortablewith.Itcan beanyonewhoisover18and doesn’tlivewithyou." We’llgetyourchosen providerapproved Receiveamonthly reimbursementcheck forthehourslogged
it works: “Thebestmedicine!” I was very overwhelmed, anxious and depressed. My reserves were low. Then I heard about TeamCare’s respite program. It gave me the timeandthespacetojustbe.That’sreallythebestmedicineforme. DebraDeOliveira Mom and TeamCare NJ client Call 732-884-2273 | Emailinfo@teamcarenj.com Visitusonlinewww.teamcarenj.com Reach out today! Nowincreasedto$16perhour! Everyone needs a break. You’re no exception. 732-884-2273 7 Special Needs Guide
How
Learn
Dates: June 30th - July 28th, 2023
Monday - Friday | 8:30am - 12:45pm
8 Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com NY | CT | NJ | CA | Transitions | Online Scan the QR code for more information about Winston Prep’s NJ Summer Program
SUMMER 2 23
about Winston Prep New Jersey’s Summer Program that provides students with learning differences a unique, individualized learning environment to enhance their academic skills & foster independence.
Special Needs Guide
9 To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com At St. Joseph's School for the Blind W H Y S T. J OS EP H ' S ? EARLY INTERVENTION COME AND JOIN US! •FREEtoallfamilies! The school’s FREE, on-campus Early Intervention Enrichment Program is designedspecifically for children from birth to age 3 who are blind or visuallyimpaired,including those with additionaldisabilities and their families. The program providesopportunities to increase cognitive,social and physical development and communication under the guidance of a professional staff. CALLTOREGISTER! Maria Malapoe-Streko, Director mmalapoestreko@schoolfortheblind.org (201) 876-5432 Ext. 1239 761 Summit Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07307 www.schoolfortheblind.org •Parentsreceivesupportfromoneanother •Day&eveningsessions •Play,music,infantmassage&aquatherapies •World-classMulti-SensoryEnvironment •Socialinteraction&communication
Increasedstrength&flexibility
Improvedfine&grossmotorskills
Parents&childreninteract&bond ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
•
•
•
10 Special Needs Guide Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com
11 To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com
12 Special Needs Guide Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com
To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com 13
Special Needs Guide 14 Special Needs Guide Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com
15 To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com
Special Needs Guide 16 Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com
17 To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com
18 Special Needs Guide Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com
To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com 19
Special Needs Guide 20 Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com Nationally recognized, experienced attorneys committed to assisting individuals with special needs and their families. Our services include special needs trusts, wills, powers of attorney, living wills, guardianships, Medicaid fair hearings and advocacy. Florham Park Sparta Paramus New York www.spsk.com 973-539-1000 or 201-262-1600
Regina
Shirley B. Whitenack, Esq.
M. Spielberg, Esq. Gary Mazart, Esq. Meredith L. Grocott, Esq. Jordan M. Wassel, Esq. Lauren I. Mechaly, Esq.
21 To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com
22 Special Needs Guide Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com
23 To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com
24
25 To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com
26
27
28
The Center for Contemporary Art THE CENTER FOR CONTEMPORARY ART 2020 Burnt Mills Rd., Bedminster www.ccabedminster.org 908-234-2345 ART CLASSES For Adults and Children SUMMER ART CAMPS for ages 5 - teens CHILDREN’S SPECIAL NEEDS CLASSES To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com 29
30 Special Needs Guide Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com
31 TRANSITIONPLUS AGES 21-25+ Offers consistent and structured supports to help young adults optimize their strengths, needs and preferences as they navigate the pre-vocational training and work readiness. Our 5 days a week Transition Program builds on what’s been provided by the school district, offering extensive support for developing job readiness and life enrichment. We work with local business partners to provide a mix of activities and experiences that focus on work. SCHOOL-TO-WORK TRANSITION AGES 16-21 SUMMER TRANSITION AGES 16-21 Provides a 6 week summer program for students just beginning their employment readiness journey. Pre Vocational Services and Life Skills Development for young adults with disabilities Enroll Today inroadsto.org 908-241-7200 ext 3032 301 Cox Street Roselle, NJ 07203 Inroads to Opportunities Dan Bagnato Director of Vocational Services 908-241-7200 ext. 3032 Refferals@inroadsto.com To advertise call 973-303-3027 or email advertise@njkidsonline.com
Got Kids? Go To: www.njkidsonline.com 32 Special Needs Guide A world leader in specialized pediatric care. rwjbh.org/childrensspecialized
