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sorry all, here is the updated workshop with corrected dates

Interactive Kids Presents the Following Free Workshop:

Teaching Social Skills to Children

Presented by n Czekalski, MA, BCABA, CBIS, Interactive Kids

Date: Tuesday, August 26, 2008, 6:00-7:30pm

In order to build gratifying relationships, it is vital that children learn

and have the opportunity to practice the social skills considered

appropriate by society. It is important to teach children to conduct

themselves in ways that allow them to develop relationships with other

people. Some find this more difficult than others, because of learning or

other cognitive challenges, visual or hearing impairments, or a physical

disability that limits their chances to socialize.

Acquiring socialization skills does not happen overnight. These skills are

developed through instruction, practice and reinforcement. Some of the most

important aspects of socializing that individuals may initially have

difficulty grasping include turn-taking during conversations, maintaining

eye contact, being polite, maintaining attention, repairing

misunderstandings, finding a topic that is of mutual interest, and

distinguishing social cues (both verbal and nonverbal). These subtleties,

however, are not impossible for individuals to learn.

This presentation will focus on identifying social skills deficits in

children and various techniques for teaching social skills at home, school

and in the community.

Interactive Kids is an NJ approved provider for continuing education credit.

Educators can earn 1.5 hours of continuing education credits for their

attendance.

Please contact , Program Coordinator, to RSVP as space is

limited (856) 810-7599 or nmiller@....

Summer dates!

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> TONIGHT!! General Support Group meets at 7pm

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> ASCF is happy to bring to you: A Day at CAMP HOPE

> 1792 Union Valley Rd, West Milford, NJ

> Tuesday, August 12th, 9am-3pm

> You MUST RSVP by July 18

> Ages 6 - 16

> Camp Hope will serve breakfast and lunch.

> There is a pool; bathing suits, towels & sunscreens are a must.

> There will be Arts & Crafts, Athletics and a Fun Day for all!

> Camp Hope requires that one Adult or Guardian MUST accompany their

> children and take full responsibility for him/her.

> Siblings are welcome to attend but MUST be supervised as well.

> This is NOT a family and friends event,

> it is a day for the children.

> Please contact Terry with all questions and to register.

> In case of rain, the event will be cancelled and not rescheduled.

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> ASCF'S own SUMMER FUNDAYS

> Join us for a one-week Summer Program

> for children with special needs & their siblings.

> Morning activities include Music, Art, Outdoor Games,

> Nature Exploration, and other fun activities.

> Pool Time is after lunch. Parents MUST be present for children

> to participate in afternoon swim.

> When: August 4 - 8

> Where: Mount St. Francis, Road, Ringwood

> $130 per child for ASCF Members

> $145 per child for Non-Members

> Space is Limited ~ Pre-registration is a MUST.

> For more details, interested parents must contact Terry.

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> ASCF'S Monthly Support Groups

> All Groups are held at Hillcrest Community Center, Room 25 (unless

> otherwise noted) 1810 Macopin Road, West Milford, NJ

> ALL ARE WELCOME ~ PLEASE CALL AHEAD TO REGISTER

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> General Support Group: Wednesday, July 16 ~ 7:30pm

> ASD Support Group: Wednesday, July 30 ~ 7pm

> Dad's Support Group: Thursday, July 31 ~ 7pm

> Bloomingdale Parents Group: Wednesday, September 10 ~ 7pm

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> WORKSHOP: September 9th ~ 7pm

> No Child Left Behind

> This workshop provides an in-depth presentation of the legal requirements

> of NCLB. It increases understanding of parental participation and helps

> them gain awareness of the ways that the

> law addresses the needs of students with disabilities.

> FREE OF CHARGE ~ PLEASE REGISTER, CALL 973-728-8744

> Workshops are open to all parents, caregivers and professionals

> ~Stipends may be available for qualifying parents who attend

> ~Professional Development Credits are available

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> SAVE THE DATE!!

> ASCF'S 30TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

> Saturday, September 20th ~ 6pm

> PineCliff Lake Clubhouse

> An evening of friends, food and fun!

> Watch for more information

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> Other Items of Interest:

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> Statewide Parent Advocacy Network (SPAN)

> 2008 Lunchtime Teleconferences - Health Advocacy Serices

> Helping NJ families access health coverage and health services for their

> children with special healthcare needs.

> All calls will be from 12Noon - 1:30pm

> REGISTER by PHONE: 973-642-8100 X116, or via EMAIL: trainings@...

> Wednesday, August 6

> Health Consumer and Privacy Rights and Related Laws:

> COBRA, HIPAA, ERISA, FMLA

> Presented by: Lois Krieger, Senior Attorney, Community Health Project

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> ASCF is assisting the Family Support Organization (FSO) of Passaic County

> in rebuidling their Food Pantry. Please help if you are able.

> You can bring non-perisable food items to ASCF's office on

> Monday - Fridays 10am - 3pm

> For more information, go to www.fso-pc.org

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> GRANT OPPORTUNITY for

> CHILDREN'S HEALTH-RELATED EXPENSES

> The UnitedHealthcare Children's Foundation (UHCCF) has announced that new

> grants are available to help children who need critical health care

> treatment, services, or equipment not covered or not fully covered by

> their parents' health benefit plans.

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> UHCCF provides grants to families to help pay for child health care

> services such as speech therapy, physical therapy, occupational therapy,

> prescriptions and medical equipment

> such as wheelchairs and eyeglasses.

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> Parents and legal guardians may appy for grants up to $5,000 per child.

> Go to http://uhccf.org for more details and the online application.

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> NJBG ~ New Jersey Botanical Garden

> Friday, July 25 ~ 7pm

> Concert: The New York Exceptions

> This talented 6 member group of Doo Whop experts will rock and roll you

> with favorite tunes from the 50s, 60s, 70s

> Bring a lawn chair. $3 donation requested.

> NJBG Skylands Association, Ringwood State Park

> Rd, Ringwood, NJ

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