aspergers worksops

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February 20, 2009

Dear Colleague, Educator, Family Member or Interested Party:

The Asperger's Related Services Department of West Bergen Mental Healthcare

will be accepting applications for its summer day camp, CAMP SOAR and

accompanying Counselor In Training (CIT) program for individuals with

Asperger's or related disorders starting the week of February 23rd. Please

see the attached flyer. For applications, please contact Doyle

(kdoyle@...). We are also hosting an information meeting on the

Camp and the CIT program on Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at our Ramsey site.

For those interested in CAMP SOAR, we will meet from 7 - 7:30 p.m. and for

those interested in the CIT program we will be meeting from 7:30 - 8:00 p.m.

We ask that you register for this meeting with Doyle so that we have

ample seating available (201-934-1160 x 7231).

We are also pleased to announce the return of our Coping for Siblings

Workshop, a program to assist brothers and sisters of individuals on the

spectrum to better understand their sibling. This present workshop is for

siblings 9 to 11 years of age. Other age groups will be offered in the

future. Please see attached flyer.

There are three remaining workshops in the Winter/Spring 2009 Workshops

Series for parents, family members, professionals and interested parties.

Please see the attached flyer for topics, dates and times.

Other exciting programs that will be offered this winter and spring (flyers

available soon):

Bullying and Beyond: A Look at the Role of Development, the

Brain and Physiological Responses - March 31, 2009; 7 - 8:30 p.m. Ridgewood.

$25.

Shining Light on the Spectrum: Increasing Awareness of the Five Pervasive

Developmental Disorders - April 29th; 7- 9 p.m. Location to be announced.

Free.

Please assist us in getting the word out by forwarding, posting

on bulletin boards or distributing to anyone you think might benefit or be

interested. If you have any questions or require additional information,

please refer to the flyers on who to call. For additional information on

West Bergen Mental Healthcare's services our Access Department can be

reached at (201) 444-3550.

If you would like to edit, be added to or removed from our e-mail

distribution list, please send an e-mail with your specific request and

information to kdoyle@....

Sincerely,

Jeanne Marron, Ph. D.

Clinical Director, Asperger's Related Services

West Bergen's Asperger's Related Services

A Summer Day Camp for 6 - 15 year olds with Asperger's or related social

challenges

filled with:

Social Skills, Outdoor Fun, Arts & Crafts, & Relationships

Program Options: 6 Week Program (30 days): July 6th -

August 14th Tuition: $3,800

3 Week Programs (15 days each): July 6th - July 24th

Tuition: $2,000

July 27th - August 14th Tuition: $2,000

Camp Hours: 9 a.m. - 3.pm. Families must provide transportation to and

from camp.

Location: West Bergen's Center for Children & Youth

1 Cherry Lane

Ramsey, NJ 07446

· Social skills programming by trained staff under the auspices of

the regional leader in developing Therapeutic Social Skills for children

with Asperger's, HFA, PDDNOS, Nonverbal Learning Disabilities and other

disorders affecting social communication and interpersonal skills

· Weekly Camp Themes such as History and Patriotic Pride, Animals

and Nature, Movies and Theater, Fun in the Sun, Science and Technology and

Vacations/Cultures around the World

· Fun filled activities, games, arts and crafts, drama, music,

movement, outdoor play and sports, movies

· Swim days (transportation provided to swim areas)

· Weekly trips (transportation provided for trips)

· This is a small, nurturing program that is specifically designed

to assist your child in thriving with his or her peers within a fun filled

camp experience

· Daily snacks and one lunch per week provided (families to provide

lunch 4 days per week)

· Counselor in training (CIT) program for teens and young adults

with Asperger's Disorder (ages 14-21) offers valuable vocational experience.

There is a $200 application fee for the Counselor In Training (CIT) Program.

There is no tuition if applicant is accepted as a CIT. CIT's must be

available to participate for the full 30 days of the program as well as

training sessions prior to start of camp.

A $500 deposit is required at time of application for all campers.

Applications must be completed in full and returned with all requested

records. An interview may also be required. The application, record review

and interview assist in predicting whether this camp is a good fit for your

child. Deposit to be returned in full should applicant not be accepted or

the minimal registration for camp program not be reached (see below).

Please note there is a minimum number of campers that must be registered in

order for the camp to run. Given that this program was developed based on

the expressed interests of families like yours with children on the high end

of the spectrum, we anticipate meeting that minimum number. In the unlikely

event that we do not meet the threshold full camp tuition refunds will be

issued.

There is a maximum number of campers that can be accommodated. Early

application is recommended. Payment options: Credit cards or checks payable

to West Bergen Mental Healthcare. For schools or agencies guaranteeing

payments, a contract, confirmation letter, purchase order and any additional

documents required by sending entity must accompany application and full

deposit. For further information please contact Phyllis Strohmeyer at

(201)934-1160 x7203. To receive an application, please contact Doyle

at 201-934-1160 x 7231.

West Bergen Mental Healthcare's

Facilitators: Ostrowski, M.A.,

Ed.S.

When: Tuesdays 7:00-8:00p.m.

3/3/2009 through 4/7/2009

Who Should Come?: For siblings of children with Asperger's

Disorder, HFA, PDD, NOS and Nonverbal Learning Disabilities. This workshop

will cover a range of topics, such as tolerance, coping strategies, focusing

on your sibling's strengths, disclosure, fairness, creating quality time,

and finding common ground.

Age Group: 9-11 year olds

Fee: $250.00

To register please contact Doyle at 201-934-1160 x 7231 and return the

attached registration form by 2/26/2009.

The Asperger's Related Services Department

SIBLINGS WORKSHOP Registration Form

Childs name:____________________________________ Age of Child:

__________________

Address:

_____________________________________________________________________

Phone Number: _______________________________home

_______________________________cell

_______________________________work

Current Grade and School of your child:

_____________________________________________________________________________

Name of sibling in services at West Bergen/CCY (if

applicable)__________________________

Current Social Skill Group Sibling is Attending (if applicable)

___________________________

Does your child with special needs know and understand his/her

diagnosis/classification? _____

Does the sibling attending workshop understand their brother/sister's

diagnosis/classification? ____

Describe the relationship between the child with special needs and his/her

sibling ____________

______________________________________________________________________________

Are there other siblings who are not attending this workshop?

___________________________

Are you looking for a specific age range to be covered? _________ If so,

what age? _________

Are there allergies/food restrictions for your child attending the sibling

workshop? ___________

What are the strengths of your child who is attending the workshop?

______________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

Please identify your child with special needs'

strengths?________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________

Registration must be received by 2/26/2009.

Please return all forms to: Doyle

WB Center for Children and Youth

One Cherry Lane, Ramsey, NJ 07446

For further information please call: (201) 934-1160 or x7231.

Payment of $250.00 is due at the time of registration.

Checks payable to: West Bergen Center for Children and Youth

WEST BERGEN MENTAL HEALTHCARE'S

ASPERGER'S RELATED SERVICES DEPARTMENT

WORKSHOP SERIES for Professionals, Family Members and Students

WINTER/SPRING 2009

4. Coping for Parents of Children with Asperger's and Similar Disorders

Interactive workshop focusing on the joys and stress of living with a child

with Asperger's Syndrome and related disorders. Facilitators will focus on

topics related to emotional regulation, handling changes in routines,

parenting concerns through the child's lifespan, sibling issues, advocacy,

and parental support systems. Participants will be encouraged to share

their concerns, as well as strategies, in coping effectively with their AS

child.

Date: Tuesday March 17, 2009

Presenters: Eve Thaler, LPC

Jen Riley, M.A.

Time: 7:00-8:30p.m.

Location: *Ramsey

Cost: $25.00

Target audience: parents

5. Planning a Playdate for Children with Special Needs

This workshop focuses on helping the parent to plan and structure play dates

for their elementary aged child. Techniques and strategies designed to

optimize successful social interaction while in your home or the community

will be presented.

Date: Monday April 20, 2009 Presenter:

Kandravy, LSW

Jane , LSW

Time: 10:00-11:30 a.m. Location:

*Ramsey

Cost: $25.00 Target

audience: parents of elementary school

aged children

6. Evaluation and Treatment of Adults with Asperger's and Similar Disorders

This workshop focuses on assessing the adult with Asperger's Syndrome and

optimizing psychosocial interventions to address the varied additional needs

of this population, their family members, and those that play a significant

role in their development and welfare. An understanding of specific

techniques and tools, as well as the importance of considering the impact of

the increased social complexity and social demands in adulthood will be

presented.

Date: Wednesday May 13, 2009

Presenters: Jeanne Marron, Ph.D.

Eve Thaler, LPC

Jen Riley, M.A.

Time: 7:00-8:30p.m.

Location: *Ridgewood

Cost: $25.00 Target

audience: professionals, family

members of adults

*Location: Please note workshops being held in Ramsey will be

located at West Bergen's Center for Children and Youth, One Cherry Lane,

Ramsey, NJ 07446. Workshops held in Ridgewood will be located at West

Bergen Mental Healthcare, 120 Chestnut Street, Ridgewood, NJ 07450.

Pre-registration is required. If interested, please complete and mail the

registration form on the next page with your check payable to West Bergen

Mental Healthcare. Be sure to mark your calendars before mailing. Questions

may be directed to Doyle at (201) 934-1160 x 7231.

WORKSHOP REGISTRATION FORM

Please check each workshop you are attending:

_____ Workshop #4: Coping for Parents of Children with Asperger's and

Similar Disorders

Cost: $25

_____ Workshop #5: Planning a Playdate for Children with Special Needs

Cost: $25

_____ Workshop #6: Evaluation and Treatment of Adults with Asperger's and

Similar Disorders

Cost: $25

Total payment enclosed: _______

Name(s): ________________________________________________________

Address: ________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________

Check if work _____________ or home ___________ address

Phone: Day:______________________Evening:______________________

Email address: ______________________________________________________

Please check one or more of the following:

____Parent/Family Member

____ Professional Type:________________________

____ Paraprofessional Type: _______________________

____ Student

____ Other Explain: ____________________________

Please make checks payable to: West Bergen Mental Healthcare

Mail payments to:

Attention: Doyle

Asperger's Related Services Department

Workshop Series

West Bergen Center for Children and Youth

One Cherry Lane

Ramsey, NJ 07446-1818

Registration forms are due five business days prior to the workshop. You may

call up to the day of the workshop for possible last minute registration.

However, seating is limited and reserved for those registering in advance.