Bethlehem Pediatric Therapy Services: SOCIALS KIDS

Wednesday, July 31, 2013

SOCIALS KIDS

Here is the updated information for the SOCIALS program run by Melissa Vandever. The small group setting makes this an excellent program for preschool and kindergarten readiness. There are many options and classes are tailored with each individual child's needs in mind. If you are interested in any of the programs listed, SOCIALS KIDS can be contacted through their website http://www.socialskids.com or by calling 610-625-4404.

NOW ENROLLING…FALL SOCIALS

PRESCHOOL SOCIALS (ages 2-5)

Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday from 9:00-12:00

September	THEME	October	THEME	November	THEME	December	THEME
2-5 (Closed 2^nd)	Welcome Week	30-3	Safety First	4-7 (Closed 5^th)	Harvest Time	2-5 (Closed 2^nd)	Giving Season
9-12	Getting to Know Me	7-10	Community Helpers	11-14	Healthy Eating	9-12	Family Traditions
16-19	Apples to Apples	14-17 (Closed 14^th)	Scarecrows and Squirrels	18-21	Being Thankful	16-19	Happy Holidays
23-26	Fall Foliage	21-25	Pumpkin Patch	25-28 (Closed 27^th & 28^th)	Turkey Time	23-26	CLOSED
		28-31	Halloween			30-3	CLOSED

AFTERSCHOOL SOCIALS (ages 5-13)

Tuesday/Thursday from 5:30-6:30

	AFTERSCHOOL SOCIAL TOPICS
SEPTEMEBER	Fundamental Social Skills: Eye Contact, Understanding & Expressing Feelings
OCTOBER	Relationship Skills: Friendship, Conversation, Empathy
NOVEMEBER (Closed 5^th)	Problem Solving: Decision Making, Conflict Resolution, Self-Gratification & Control
DECEMBER (Closed 23^rd-3^rd)	Classroom Skills: Respect, Participation, Winning/Losing

SOCIALS KIDS assist children in:

ü Establishing and maintaining friendships

ü Developing and enhancing play and social skills

ü Building social awareness

ü Communicating effectively

SOCIALS KIDS is unique because:

· Our SOCIALS are facilitated by trained staff

· Our SOCIALS are small and flexible to group dynamic and individual needs

· Our trained behavior therapists and staff will provide an opportunity for social interaction and communication

Other Programs Available with SOCIALS KIDS:

Sibling SOCIALS

Mommy & Me SOCIALS

Mobile SOCIALS

Private One/One SOCIALS

Parent SOCIALS

SOCIALS KIDS is located in Bethlehem Pediatrics Therapy Service's

3012 Emrick Blvd. Bethlehem, PA 18020

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Upcoming Events

We will be offering continuing education for parents, professionals, and caregivers at our clinic the third Tuesday of every month beginning in September. Please give use a call or send us an email to sign up today. Space is limited and attendance is on a first come, first serve basis. The cost is $25 per participant. A discounted rate is available for groups. Please call the office at 610-625-4404 to inquire about the group rate. If there is a topic you would like to see presented please let us know.

Sensory Processing and the Classroom
Monday, October 7 6:00p-8:00p
- we will discuss the fundamentals of sensory processing, the impact of the modern classroom on sensory processing, and strategies to make all children successful in the academic setting
* there was such a great turn out for his course that we are offering it again in addition to our regular program scheduled for October

Child Development, Retained Primitive and Transitional Reflexes, and the Impact on Learning

Tuesday, October 15th 6:00p-8:00p

- we will discuss child development and the components of modern society that may contribute to reflex retention, the impact reflex retention can have on learning, as well as treatment strategies and activities that we use in our clinical practice.

An In-depth Discussion of Sensory Processing - Part 1

Tuesday, November 19th 6:00p-8:00p

- we will provide a basic overview of sensory processing as a whole, discuss each sensory system individually, and will discuss the the relationship of the system as a whole to provide efficient sensory processing and modulation within the context of the environment. We will also discuss individual sensory profiles and sensory differences that occur within a typical population.

An In-depth Discussion of Sensory Processing - Part 2

Tuesday, December 17th 6:00p-8:00p

- a continuation of part 1, this course will discuss sensory processing dysfunction including how motor development contributes to difficulties with sensory processing, signs and symptoms of sensory processing dysfunction, and treatment techniques and home programs.

BPTS will be participating in the following local events:
- VIA Relay Marathon
Sunday, September 8
Lehigh Valley Hospital (Cedar Crest)

- Miracle League Halloween Bash

Wednesday, October 16 at 6p

5858 Sell Road

Schnecksville, PA

Bethlehem Pediatric Therapy Services
3012 Emrick Blvd.Bethlehem, PA 18020

Phone: 610-625-4404
email: info@bethlehempediatric.com