The Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Northern Virginia's Special Needs Program offers unique programming for individuals with communications-spectrum disorders including: high-functioning autism, Asperger’s syndrome, ADD/ADHD, and individuals with sensory motor integration challlenges.
The program is designed to develop physical and social skills for individuals with special needs by uniquely combining therapeutic sessions with inclusion programs. The program features small participant-staff ratios and offers adaptive aquatics, sports-related social programs, family events and recreational social skills classes.
Contact Dana Chilbert for more information and scholarship assistance. These programs are partly subsidized by: Abraham & Freida Hochberg Foundation Inc., Abramson Family Foundation, Alexander Greenbaum Philanthropic Fund, Children's Charities Foundation, Fairfax County Consolidated Community Funding Pool, Game Plan Financial Advisors LLC, Mark E. Zamperini, CFP, The Harry and Zoe Pool Foundation, the JV Schiro-Zavela Foundation and the JCCNV Fall Gala. Special Needs Coordinator Dana Chilbert, (703) 537-3031 • DanaC@jccnv.org
Sensory Integration Camp Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Northern Virginia Fairfax, VA, just one-mile west of the Beltway. Grades K-2 Special Hours: 9am-2pm; Monday-Friday August 23-August 27, 2010
This camp is designed especially to meet the needs of children 6 and 7 years old with sensory integration difficulties. Our camp is staffed with sensory integration clinicians who have adapted activities so campers can best develop while having fun. Adaptive activities offered include: arts and crafts, nature adverentures, music and drama, creative gross motor play and storytelling. Cost: $750 Discounted JCCNV member rate: $600
If you are interested in learning more, please call Dana Chilbert at (703) 537-3031 or e-mail at DanaC@jccnv.org.
For information about upcoming programs and classes, please contact the Special Needs Department. Special Needs Coordinator, Dana Chilbert, (703) 537-3031 • DanaC@jccnv.org
Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) and the JCCNV present Going Places, social clubs for teens, young adults and adults diagnosed with Asperger’s Syndrome or related disorders. These three clubs provide social opportunities in a structured and supportive environment with guidance from professionally trained staff who work with participants on improving social skills and overall comfort in social situations.
A variety of outings (including parties, bowling, dinners, miniature golf and museum tours) are scheduled throughout the year. Events are led by JSSA’s Dawn B. Kaye, LCSW and the JCCNV’s Dana Chilbert, MSW. For more information contact Dana Chilbert at DanaC@jccnv.org or (703) 537-3031.
The items on the list below have been identified by the Special Needs Department as tools that the staff can utilize to introduce new and exciting programming to children of all ages, as well as give new life to existing programs.
We hope that you’ll consider donating one or more items on the list so that the JCCNV Special Needs Program will be able to continue to provide quality programming to children, teenagers and young adults with special needs.
For your convenience, we have provided links to the retailer's websites in case you'd like to make the purchase directly. Otherwise, you may also go to the online donations area of our site to make a donation (you may specify if it's for a particular item, or discretionary. Please note that it is for the Special Needs Program).
Share and Schmooze First Thursday of each month* 7pm — 8:30pm
Open to families with children with disabilities/special needs. Melissa Hochberg facilitates the group focused on providing resources and support. Please email Melissa at MelissaH@jccnv.org if interested in attending this group. Cost: $10M/ $18NM annual fee Code: 100/SN/FAMJ10
*Unless it's a holiday. Notice will be given for make-up.
Ages 6-8 Join us for an hour of fun and exploration! Children will learn social skills through active play in a safe and healthy environment. Welcome interview before class starts: please email Dana Chilbert for an appointment at DanaC@jccnv.org.
Sundays, 1pm-2pm
(Session I began January 10 and runs through February 28).
Session II: March 7-May (8 sessions), no class April 4 Cost: $65M/ $80NM Code: 100/SN/PLY6M10
Let's Play is also available through Arlington County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources. Please visit www.arlingtonva.us for more information.
For children in grades 1-3 and grades 4-6 The Jewish Community Center (JCC) of Northern Virginia and Jewish Social Service Agency (JSSA) have combined forces to offer a social skills camp in Fairfax for children with communication disorders such as high-functioning autism, Asperger's Syndrome, ADD/ADHD. The day camp's schedule consists of social skills workshops, field trips, swimming, specialty inclusion classes and much more.
For information, contact Teo Albu, Aquatics Director • TeoA@jccnv.org • (703) 537-3053
M=Member NM=Non-Member
Create-a-Class Don’t worry if our class schedule doesn’t fit yours! Just gather 3 or 4 participants of approximately the same age and ability, and we’ll create a class for you. 6 lessons, 30-minute sessions Cost: $55M/ $70NM (per swimmer) Code: 191/1CC/JAN10
Semi-Private Lessons Semi-private lessons are for two people of approximately the same age and skill level. 5 lessons, 30-minute sessions Cost: $65M/ $85NM Code: 191/1SP/JAN10
Adapted Aquatics The Aquatics Department continues its Adapted Aquatics swim program for persons with disabilities. Lessons teach participants to swim, feel safe and comfortable in the water, and have an enjoyable experience. Each half-hour lesson is designed to be a successful experience in a positive environment. For more information, contact Teo Albu at (703) 537-3053 or TeoA@jccnv.org. 5 lessons, 30-minute sessions Cost: $95M/ $105NM Code: 191/1AA/JAN10
Sunday Family Swim Time Open pool time is available for families to enjoy swimming together at the JCCNV! An adult must supervise children under 10. Children who are not toilet trained must wear a swim diaper. Sundays, 9:45am—11am Cost: Free M/ $5NM
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