Registration Deadline
Session I — May 15
Session II — June 15

Session I: June 18 - July 20
(no classes July 4th)
Session II: July 23 - Aug. 24

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The Clubhouse also conducts evaluations and free screenings year round. Give us a call with all of your Speech, OT, Counseling needs

SUMMER GROUPS 2007
Put the FUN Back into the Fundamentals!

Social Skills

Pragmatics in Action!
(Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy and Counseling)

Establishing friendships and play skills is a vital part of childhood. The fields of Speech Pathology, OT and Behavioral Counseling join forces to help kids develop social communication skills such as turn-taking and reciprocity, understanding the perspective of others, and body language recognition, through fun, theme-based activities. Participants in this group must have adequate language skills to carry on a conversation, be able to follow directions independently, and be independent when participating in a group.
Min/Max: 4/8
Ages 4 to 7    Mon. 4:00 – 5:15    *Thurs. 4:00 - 5:15
Ages 8 to 11    *Thurs. 4:00 - 5:15

* OT Prescription Required

Friendship, Fun and Games!
Sometimes the greatest challenge for children who struggle with social skills is using them effectively during everyday childhood activities. In this group, children participate in fun and games while our Speech Therapists guide them in refining their peer interaction skills like turn-taking, dealing with winning and losing, “chatting”, perspective taking, respecting the feelings of others, and self-regulation. Participants should be fully independent, and ready to focus on “fine-tuning” their social skills. Min/Max: 4/8
Ages 3 to 5    Thurs. 11:00 – 12 Noon
Ages 6 to 8    Fri. 11:00 - 12 Noon


The Art of Conversation !
When words escape children, art can be the perfect medium to facilitate the expression of thoughts and feelings. This makes art a uniquely effective vehicle for working on social skills. Our Speech Therapists use a variety of art activities to encourage conversation, team work, perspective taking and friendship skills. Min/Max: 3/6
Ages 6 to 8    Tues. 4:15 – 5:30

Speech and Language

Chatter Club
Speech and language development set in play, with theme-based classes that focus on increasing expressive communication and sound production. Our therapists use music, art, and other exciting activities to enhance participation and peer interaction through verbal language. Participants should be independent in group. (2 – 3 year olds not quite ready to “chatter” should consider “Body Talk!”) Min/Max: 3/6
Ages 2 to 3 (Early Intervention)   Mon. 11:00 – 12:15
Ages 3 to 4    Wed. 9:00 - 10:00
Ages 5 to 7    Wed. 2:30 - 3:30


Clubhouse Cooking Club
We’ve got the recipe to enhance your child’s language and speech development! Come to the Clubhouse Café (our fully equipped kitchen) for cooking activities that will facilitate overall communication skills! Personalized photo Cook-Book included! Participants should be independent in group. Min/Max: 3/6
Ages 4 to 5    Mon. 10:00 – 11:00
Ages 6 to 8    Thurs. 1:15 - 2:15


Sing, Dance and Talk!
“Ah, music. A magic beyond all we do here!” – J.K. Rowling
Not just your ordinary Speech Therapy group! Our Speech Therapists use the universal language of music and movement to encourage communication skills and enhance language development. Participants should be able to participate in group activities independently. Min/Max: 3/6
Ages 2 to 3    Wed. 11:00 – 12:15
Ages 4 to 5    Wed. 1:00 - 2:00

Combined Speech/Occupational Therapy

Feeding the Picky Eater
This group meets in our bright and cheerful Clubhouse Café, where Speech Pathologists and Occupational Therapists maximize the influence of peers to help children develop all new eating habits. Participants should be independent in group. Min/Max: 3/6
Ages 2 to 3    Tues. 1:30 – 2:45
Speech and OT
— OT PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED
Ages 4 to 7    Mon. 1:30 - 2:45    Speech Only

Body Talk!
Language development, motor skills, sensory integration, and pre-preschool skills are the combined focus of this group. Our Speech and Occupational therapists collaborate in a program designed to work with 2-3 year olds whose skills are still developing, but who would benefit from a small-group setting designed to prepare them for transition to early childhood programs. Picture schedules, music, gym time, and circle time all help this little crowd get ready to go to school! Min/Max: 3/4
OT PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED
Ages 2 to 3    Mon. 11:00 - 12:15

Occupational/Physical Therapy

Karate for Everyone!
Exercise, coordination, and FUN! Our martial arts instructor, mother of a special needs child, teams up with our licensed O.T. to create a dynamic program that emphasizes coordination, balance, motor planning, and strength -- and helps children of all abilities develop focus, attention, and self-control. Participants should be independent in group. Min/Max: 3/6
OT PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED
Ages 4 to 10    Mon. 4:15 - 5:30    Wed. 4:15 - 5:30

Move and Groove!
When the body struggles to follow the will, rhythm and music can provide the framework for coordination, strengthening and motor planning. Our Physical Therapists incorporate musical activities into a program designed to work on all areas of motor development. Participants should be independent in group. Min/Max: 3/6
PT PRESCRIPTION REQUIRED
Ages 2 to 3    Tues. 10:30 - 11:30
Ages 4 to 5    Tues. 9:00 - 10:00

Sibling Spotlight

Here’s a chance for siblings to shine! Family support and understanding are essential ingredients in overcoming challenges for the children with special needs. However, siblings can feel lost in the shuffle and undervalued. We want to give siblings their due by providing them with their own chance to grab the spotlight! Siblings will engage in energizing activities including art, gym time, music, and games. They will have lunch together, and an opportunity to share their feelings and have them validated by other children with similar family situations. Min/Max: 3/6    June 22 - July 20 (5 weeks)    Fee: $100
Ages 4 to 7    Fri. 12 Noon - 2:00

Hearing Impairment

“Hear to Play”
Our Aural Habilitation team (widely experienced in hearing impairment) uses the fun and motivation of group activities to encourage the development and use of oral language for children with hearing loss and/or cochlear implants. Min/Max: 3/6
Ages 2 to 3    Mon. 9:30 - 11:15

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PAYMENT OPTIONS:

All classes must be paid for at the time of registration.
Please contact Susan Kahan or Linda Bernal to discuss family fees.

Private Pay
For families who choose to pay privately for summer groups, the Clubhouse offers families a rate which does not include an administrative fee.

Insurance Billing
At the request of the client, the Clubhouse will work with most insurance companies to obtain whatever coverage is available for the services we provide. However, it is the responsibility of the client to provide all supporting documentation requested by the insurance company that is not directly produced by the Clubhouse. If you wish to have the Clubhouse pursue insurance coverage for you, please contact Susan Kahan to obtain the necessary insurance forms. In the event that insurance coverage is obtained, you will be reimbursed up to the amount of your registration deposit, minus an applicable non-refundable administrative fee (20% of regular course fee paid).

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