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Pasadena Child Development Associates, Inc.
Events & Updates
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Handprints
April 2010
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Using the DIR®/FloortimeTM approach, PCDA is an innovator of high quality programs and services for children with special needs, birth through 17 years of age, and offers valuable educational programs for parents and professionals.
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Spring Into Action
Mark your calendars! This year's event is a cherry blossom themed picnic on Saturday, April 17th
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Please join us for a spring celebration of family, fun and fundraising to benefit children with autism, developmental delays and disabilities. This year we will be hosting a family picnic with lots of fun things to do as well as entertainment by our kids.
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Saturday, April 17th, 2010 |
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12:00 noon to 3:00 pm |
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Lacy Park, San Marino
1487 Virginia Road
San Marino, CA 91108 |
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Sack lunches and blankets for your family's enjoyment |
Drinks and Desserts Provided!
Lots of Activities!
Entertainment by the Children!
RSVP: April 14, 2010 by contacting Amber at
(626) 793-7350 x229
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Contribute to Spring Into Action!
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PCDA's annual fundraising pledge campaign is underway leading up to the Spring Into Action picnic.
Thank you to everyone who has already sent in their pledge or donation. The waiting room is being adorned with handprints with the names of everyone who donates. Any amount is welcome!
Volunteers and Performers Needed!
To contribute to Spring Into Action, contact:
Christine@pasadenachilddevelopment.org to volunteer To perform:MelissaS@PasadenaChildDevelopment.org
Performances can be music, drama, dance or theater and are by PCDA clients and can include family members, peers or a solo performance by the child.
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April Parent Support Group
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April 6, 2010 from 6:30 to 8:00
Please come to PCDA's DIR®/Floortime™ Parent Support Group. This group is a place to discuss ways to use the DIR®/Floortime™ approach with your child. This month's guest speakers will be discussing family meal time, providing practical tools and tips. DIR®/Floortime™ is an approach to supporting child development for all children. The group meets once a month on the 2nd Tuesday.
Topic: Family Mealtime: Supporting your Child with New Foods and Making Mealtimes Fun
Presenters: Laurena Davis & Mariko Yamazaki from the OT Department
When: April 13th 6:30pm-8:00pm
Where: PCDA, 620 N. Lake Avenue, Pasadena, CA
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Sibling Support Group
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 Through a generous grant from Northrop Grumman "ECHO" organization, we are pleased to offer a support group for brothers and sisters of children with developmental disabilities. The group will meet once a week for 10 weeks. This will be a chance for children to learn, reflect, and share their experiences, concerns, and hopes with the guidance of a therapist. We will begin with a small group of 7-9 year olds, led by Melinda Martinez, MFTI, and later expand to other ages. The group will meet Mondays from 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm. The cost is $250 to participate, and need-based scholarships are available. Further description and an application are up on our website.
New groups will be forming with different ages, so contact Melinda@PasadenaChildDevelopment.org
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Teen Club
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Teen Club provides opportunities for teens, ages 13-17, to learn social skills while participating in a wide variety of activities in the community. The teens have been enthusiastic about sharing their ideas. We have added a new weekly discussion with the following topics:
- Making and Receiving Phone Calls
- How to Budget
- When and How to Call 911 in an Emergency
- Reviewing a Menu and Estimating the Cost of a Meal
- Staying Safe
- Building Friendships
- Fashion and Shopping
- When You Look Good you Feel Good
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Contact Information
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Pasadena Child Development Associates, Inc.
620 N. Lake Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91101
626-793-7350
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