The Jewish Community Center of Staten
Island is dedicated to providing
appropriate social, cultural, recreational and educational
opportunities
through on-going programs, classes and special events for children,
teens
and adults with various disabilities. We are currently developing
new programs for these individuals and their families.
Current programs for children include Camp Weissglass, our camp for
children with developmental delays, and Camp Independence, a camp
for
children with Diabetes. In addition, First Foot Forward, our special
education
preschool, provides services for children with speech and language,
motor and cognitive delays.
The Learning Institute provides tutoring services for school age
children.
The Chaverim group incorporates Jewish experiences through hands on
activities. The Beacon Tottenville program promotes independence
through
weekly educational trips.
The Specialized Senior Adult program incorporates social and
recreational activities for adults with developmental disorders.
Adult services include Caregiver Support programs which provide
respite and support
services.
Chaverim
Group
Jewish Programming for Children with Special Needs and Their
Families The Chaverim program allows those with special
needs the opportunity celebrate and explore Jewish
traditions with their families.
The group meets on a monthly basis and organizes activities
around Jewish holidays. Trips and activities on the annual
calendar include apple picking for Rosh Hashana, Sukkot
celebration,
Chanukah party, Passover
Seder, Friday and Saturday night
Shabbat and Havdalah programs, and visits to cultural
institutions like the Jewish Museum in Manhattan.
Dance Dance
Revolution
This program is for children who need to work on motor
skills and
listening skills. It is designed to meet the physical,
cognitive, social and emotional needs of its participants.
This exciting dance program uses a
video game to teach dance. Children
will develop eye hand coordination
while they learn to follow directions,
all in a fun format using today’s
music. Class size is limited.
Mondays
Avis/ South Shore JCC
Call 718.475.5286 for space availability.
Fee: $120 member/$140 nonmember
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For information on any of these programs, please contact Jayne
Smith, 718.475.5286 or by
E-mail.
