SPECIAL NEEDS                

BRUNCH BUNCH
Join this great bunch of teens on Sundays.
Chop, stir and mix up delicious and nutritious recipes. Together we will practice life skills, prepare a meal, set the table and enjoy each other’s company.
Instructor - Pamela Simchi

Sundays (11)
January 27, - May 4, 2008
12:30 - 1:15 PM
No Class 2/17, 3/23, 4/20 & 4/27
Member $240 Non Member $300

To register, please download, print and return the tear off to: Bergen County YJCC. 605 Pascack Road, Twp of Washington, NJ 07676.
Questions call Gina Wellington at 201-666-6610 ext 268 or email gwellington@yjcc.org

Creative and Expressive Movements Through Music
Put a new spin on creative and expressive movements.
Instructor: Randi Rae

Mondays (6)
April 7 - May 19, 2008
No Class April 21
Member $105 Non Member $135

Ages 4 years old and up: 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
For the younger ones with language delays or physical challenges. A music, rhythm and motion experience.
Children & Young Adults: 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Guaranteed fun, music, movement and dance.

To register, please download, print and return the tear off to: Bergen County YJCC. 605 Pascack Road, Twp of Washington, NJ 07676.
Questions call Gina Wellington at 201-666-6610 ext 268 or email gwellington@yjcc.org

FUNamentals in Art
FUNamentals in Art for Special Needs Teens and Young Adults
Special needs students will be encouraged to explore a variety of media using adaptive techniques and tools.
We’ll combine hand-over-hand assistance with a positive atmosphere, inspiring students to enjoy the satisfaction of creating art with their own hands.
Instructor: Alan Lorber, Art Therapist Camp Shalom

Thursdays (14)
January 31 - May 15, 2008
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
No Class 2/21, 4/24
Member $205 Non Member $235

To register, please download, print and return the tear off to: Bergen County YJCC. 605 Pascack Road, Twp of Washington, NJ 07676.
Questions call Gina Wellington at 201-666-6610 ext 268 or email gwellington@yjcc.org

Imagination in Motion
Tuesdays (13)
January 29- May 13, 2008
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
No Class February 19 & April 22
Member $215 Non Member $275

Let your imagination soar. Using guided imagry, Pattie and her team of teachers will encourage creative expression using the techniques of physical and occupational therapies to improve coordination, posture, focus and pretend play skills. There will be music and dance and lots of exercise. Have fun and be fit!!!!
Required attire: T-shirt, sweat pants, slipper socks with grippers
Instructor: Pattie Scornavacca, ABA/DI Therapist

To register, please download, print and return the tear off to: Bergen County YJCC. 605 Pascack Road, Twp of Washington, NJ 07676.
Questions call Gina Wellington at 201-666-6610 ext 268 or email gwellington@yjcc.org

Patiently Wading
This water therapy class is designed to help children with special needs connect with their body boundaries and range of motion.
Ideal for children with low muscle tone. Low impact exercise and a focus on water safety and comfort.
Children will learn the basics of floating, wading, swimming and breathing.
Towel, goggles, wet suit shorts if a barrier devise is needed and a parent or shadow.
Instructor: Patricia Scornavacca

Sundays (11)
January 27 - May 4, 2008
2:15 PM - 3:00 PM
No Class 2/17, 3/23, 4/20 & 4/27
Member $185 Non Member $230

To register, please download, print and return the tear off to: Bergen County YJCC. 605 Pascack Road, Twp of Washington, NJ 07676.
Questions call Gina Wellington at 201-666-6610 ext 268 or email gwellington@yjcc.org

Special Needs Sports Challenge
Tuesdays (14)
January 29, 2008 - May 13, 2008

4:00 PM - 4:45 PM - (Children’s Sports Challenge)
For kids age 6 to Tween.

4:45 PM - 5:30 PM - (Teens & Young Adults)
Perfect for Camp Shalom Campers.
No Class February 19 & April 22

These classes will include team and individual sports challenges and activities while providing fun and innovative fitness and exercise tasks.
We will focus on new ways to be active, improve flexibility and encourage health, strength and conditioning.

Instructor: Rachael Karnick Rachael was the Adaptive Phys Ed instructor at Camp Shalom this past summer.
She currently studies child development and psychology.

To register, please download, print and return the tear off to: Bergen County YJCC. 605 Pascack Road, Twp of Washington, NJ 07676.
Questions call Gina Wellington at 201-666-6610 ext 268 or email gwellington@yjcc.org

Therapeutic Dance
This class accommodates those with disabilities while incorporating mobility aids as an extension of the dancer.
Our goal is to provide physically, mentally and emotionally challenged individuals an opportunity for expressive and physical growth through dance.
Instructor: Sarah Boland

Mondays (8)
March 10 - May 5, 2008
5:15 PM - 6:00 PM
Member $160 Non Member $205
No class April 21

To register, please download, print and return the tear off to: Bergen County YJCC. 605 Pascack Road, Twp of Washington, NJ 07676.
Questions call Gina Wellington at 201-666-6610 ext 268 or email gwellington@yjcc.org

Therapeutic Riding
Six sessions of ponies, horses, grooming and riding, on site at the YJCC.
Ponyshare offers therapeutic riding, horsemanship, recreation and education in a safe supportive environment.

Mondays (6)
April 7 - May 19, 2008
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
No Class April 21
Member $ 200 Non Member $240

To register, please download, print and return the tear off to: Bergen County YJCC. 605 Pascack Road, Twp of Washington, NJ 07676.
Questions call Gina Wellington at 201-666-6610 ext 268 or email gwellington@yjcc.org

Yoga
Created for teens and young adults with disabilities.
The program will be a fun way to improve physical and mental health through meditative breathing, stretching and relaxation exercises.
Instructor: Will Layfield

Sundays 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
January 27 - May 4, 2008
No class February 3, 17, March 23, April 20 & 27

Participants should please bring a towel or mat to sit on, water and wear comfortable clothing.
Parents are encouraged to accompany their child and are welcome to participate.

“Yoga is fun and good for all ages”
Member $ 200 Non Member $240

To register, please download, print and return the tear off to: Bergen County YJCC. 605 Pascack Road, Twp of Washington, NJ 07676.
Questions call Gina Wellington at 201-666-6610 ext 268 or email gwellington@yjcc.org

               CAMP SHALOM                

Camp Shalom is a well established recreational day camp for children and young adults with developmental delays. Camp Shalom serves children as young as three years of age and young adults in their twenties. Camp is held at the Bergen County Y, a Jewish Community Center on Pascack Road in our modern, air conditioned and barrier free facility.  More...

The campers who participate in Camp Shalom have any variety of disabilities for example; Cerebral Palsy, Autism, Downs Syndrome, Apraxia, Emotional Disorders, PDD, ADHD, children with chronic conditions as well as children who are recovering or rehabilitating.

The camp’s staff is comprised of volunteers, counselors, teachers and therapists work with children with a full range of disabilities. There is a camp director who is assisted by a program manager. Specialists in art, music and physical education . All of the specialties and activities are adaptive.

The program is staffed one on one so that each camper has a counselor of their own. The relationship between camper and counselor is paramount and it is our hope that the counselors learn the nuances of their campers. Since many of the campers are non verbal we find this an effective way to share what is going on at camp with home and encourage parents to keep us in the loop about changes in the home routine which may impact their child’s mood or behavoir . At the end of each week there is a newsletter sent home highlighting the weeks activities at camp.

Camp Shalom is a half day program from 1:00-5:00 PM on Monday through Thursday and till 4:00 PM on Friday. An optional lunch hour supervised by counselors is offered at an additional charge. The YJCC observes Kashruth so food brought from home must be a kosher dairy lunch. Counselors will also gladly assist campers with purchasing lunch from the snack bar which is also dairy. No food brought from home is allowed in the snack bar. If you are unfamiliar with foods and food combinations that are kosher we can provide suggestions. Transportation can be arranged with a private van service but it is costly and does not have a wheelchair ramp.

The daily activities at camp are music and art therapy, adaptive phys ed and aquatics and snack time. Careful attention is paid to allergies and some children do bring snack from home. We have weekly specials that are included in the camp tuition ie ;therapeutic riding, horsemanship and therapeutic martial arts. In addition to the regular art and music activities, special programs and events like weaving, pottery and a variety of musical entertainment enrich the camp experience. We are exploring yoga and nature as some possible additions for this coming season. Last summer Camp Shalom had it’s own Very Special Arts Festival. The campers were excited to have different art experiences and their work was displayed along with photographs of the actual workshops which demonstrated the process. We proudly displayed the work and the campers greeted their guests.

The related services of speech, physical and occupational therapies are also offered at an additional cost. These services are provided by Shelli Danski and Associates and are billed directly through their office.  More...

Camp Shalom offers a summer experience filled with recreation, activities, support, socialization, companionship for its campers and respite for parents. What a wonderful feeling it is to drop off your child and be confident that he or she is being cared for and stimulated in such a safe and nurturing environment.