Accupuncture for kidsImmune Matrix ( was Delicate Balance Health Care Center ) Milpitas, California, 408-262-6900 http://www.immunematrix.com Acupuncture, Biological Age Regression, BioSET™Allergy Elimination, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Enzyme Therapy, Food Allergy Elimination, Massage, Neuro-Emotional Technique (N.E.T.) Dr. Zhu's Accupuncture clinic San Jose www.scalpacupuncture.org several parents reported positives Dr. Cheng in Fremont ,,, one parent reported very positive results from his treatment. www.brainmed.org call the office for more info in English
Auditory relatedThe Listening Center (aka The Swain Center – Tomatis ) http://www.thelisteningcenter.net Note from a parent: the Swain center holds several outreach clinics per year, if you or your school, therapist, etc can gather a group of participants, they will bring the therapy to your site! This is what we did with my son, and it was awesome!!! Listening Communication & Learning
To check forCalifornia providers for Tomatis http://www.tomatis.com/English/Addresses/United_States/usa.htm
Creative Listening Center – Tomatis, The Listening Program, Brain Builder and Sound Health Series CD's Concord, CA, 925-686-0762 http://www.creativelisteningcenter.com
Judith W. Paton, M.A., FAAA, pediatric and adult Central Auditory Processing Evaluations, Fast ForWord, AIT (Berard) San Mateo, CA (650) 340-1280 www.judithpaton.com
Phyllis Burt, M.A., CCC-A, FAAA Park Place Hearing Center Petaluma, CA (707) 763-3161 http://members.aol.com/PPHearing/phyllis.html audiologist that screens for CAPD
Infant hearing screening – California locations http://www.dhs.cahwnet.gov/pcfh/cms/nhsp/cntyreg5.htm
Hearing - Language - Speech (Marsha A. Haines ) - audiological assessment San Jose, CA http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=883
Marian S. Tabuchi, MA, OTR - The Listening Program San Jose, Ca , 408-247-0441 8-week program done at home. Visit www.advancedbrain.com for background. Program Cost: Service fee includes The Listening Program (binder, detailed program information, and 8 CD's), recommended CD player, required headphones, initial consultation and programming, and phone consultation for 8 weeks. Service fee: $945 payable at initial consultation.
Vital Links, therapeutic listening http://www.vitallinks.net/providerDirectory/ca.htm find California providers here
The Listening Program, therapeutic listening http://www.advancedbrain.com/ProviderList_6.asp?State=CA find California providers here
Hemi-sync http://www.hemi-sync.com/shop/customer/content.php?section=usdealers where to buy locally and local workshop presenters You can also buy the tapes and cd’s directly from their site. The music can be listened to on a regular stereo with speakers
http://www.interactivemetronome.com/default.asp?cate_id=5&pg_id=444 find California providers here – there are many in the bay area janet meacham rios OTR/L 408 806 4596, Debbie Gonzalez 408
425 6091 san jose and palo alto Lighthouse – IM www.thelighthouseproject.com
see also OT section
Behavior Consultants
Gateway Learning Group Group is a certified Non-Public Agency and is vendorized with Golden Gate Regional Center.
STE Consultants
Applied Behavior Consultants (ABC), http://www.abcreal.com/ (800) 435-9888; Sacramento: (916) 568-1111; San Jose (408) 937-9580
Behavior Analysts They run home programs and have a school in Walnut Creek that does Verbal Behavior ABA for kids. The school is run by Mark Sundberg and Jim Partington who are internationally known experts on Verbal Behavior. Walnut Creek, CA, 925-210-9370 http://www.behavioranalysts.com They have online classes as well
Behavior Intervention Associates (BIA), Emeryville and San Francisco (510) 652-7445 http://www.bia4autism.org
Center for Autism and Related Disorders, Inc. (CARD), Hands Untied, behavioral http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=3368 Alamo (near Fremont), (510) 439-4566, 925-439-4566
Foundation for Autistic Childhood Education and Support (FACES) Redwood Shores, CA, 650-595-9555; also offer shadow aides for kids that are mainstreaming www.FACESforkids.org
To look for more providers see: http://www.feat.org/abaproviders.htm
Language and Educational Assistance for Preschoolers (LEAP), (650) 634-9940 http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=2431
Lovaas Institute for Early Intervention in the SF Bay Area, San Francisco (415) 785-1036, http://www.lovaas.com/
Will come to your school and evaluate how your child is doing within that setting Misty Sorenson (510) 435-6789 behavior consultant Joanne Williams behavior consultant 415 461-7786
Stepping Stones Center for Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Inc. San Mateo, CA 94403, 650-357-0571 Behavioral and educational programs. Onsite. Full inclusion classroom services;
Bay Area Child Development Associates BACDA San Mateo, CA, 650-655-7612 650-655-7619, East Bay Site: Pleasant Hill, CA 94523, 925-938-7232 Discrete trial, “floortime”, play skills, school shadow aides
Developmental & Educational Therapy Program San Mateo, CA, 650-579-4908 Individual and group. Inclusion. TEACCH Trained - work with infants also. Movement based program with educational academic growth as the goal. Hours include Saturdays.
Communication Behavior Consultants Tyra Sellers, JD, MA, BCABA Albany, CA, 707-980-2660
Milestones Walnut Creek, CA 94596, 925-938-1862 http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=2841 Behavioral Intervention (2-5 years), play groups -> "Friends Club" (ages 3-4, 5-6. 9-12), they are vendorized by the Regional Center of the East Bay.
Making a Connection Mark Cerruti, M.S. Danville, CA 925-806-8090, http://www.bayareaasresource.org/local_support.html
B*E*T*A: Behavior Education Training Associates San Francisco, CA 94122, (415) 564-7830, one-to-one behavioral, Also provides consultation to parents, professionals and workshops. www.aintmisbehavin.com/homepage.html Kim Stokes, CMT. Vicki Wells, MA Oakland, CA 94602, 510-914-0322,
Consultants for Learning and Autism Support Services, Inc..
(CLASS)
Biofeedbacksee Neurofeedback section on this page Birthday party ideas – special needs kids friendly:
Lemos Farm on hwy 92 in Half Moon Bay. Lots to do, pony rides, train, play structure etc. They've made lots of improvements. In Sept the weather should be fine. The kids love it. They have pony rides and a big jumping balloon and a train ride and small petting corral with goats. They also have a little playground. In September they'll have pumpkins everywhere. It's lots of fun and works well toddler special needs kids because it's outdoors so not a small confined space and all the kids can play at their own pace. It's much less crowded in the morning, of course, ie around 9 or 10am
Lazy H Ranch 3100 Miramontes Point Road They bring out about 4 ponies and the kids can enjoy pony rides around a corral (with a parent leading the pony). They can ride as much as they want for an hour or two. There is a covered area for a barbeque and picnic. There is a fun area with a large stack of hay bales for the kids to climb on. It is a scenic area, and very peaceful.
Junior Gym in San Mateo. Note from one parent: special needs kids with motor planning or motor coordination or sensory issues may have trouble joining the games. You may want to consider designating all free play time in the gym, or telling parents up front that it is ok if their child plays on the equipment during the structured time.
The Peninsula Gym is also a good alternative on Leslie Street in San Mateo
My pony party, mobile ponies and petty zoo (408)847-6424 www.myponyparty.com
For park locations, Foster City has great parks for small parties.
Bring a jumper to your yard or to a park (you have to register with your local parks and rec to bring a jumper into a public park) www.cosmojump.com www.jumpforfun.com
You can also have a magician come to the park, more than one special needs parent said that Happy Birds is great and they'll come to any location. www.happybirds.com
Swim parties (Peninsula swim school is especially good because you can reserve the whole pool, it’s covered, and there is a little yard and play house too).
Bumper Bowling (San Mateo Bowl at 42nd street (next to
Long's/Molly Stones) -- though 4 years old may be a little on the young side
for it - it may be better for 5-6 year olds and older
www.pumpitupparty.com is a great place for a kids party - really nice inflatable jumper/slides/courses, 3 activities per arena, you spend about 40 min privately (just your party) in each arena. You can ask them to turn the music down in your arena if your child is sensitive to sounds. Chiropractorssee also, Conductive Education (related)
Compounding pharmaciesLos Altos Pharmacy Santa Clara Drug
http://www.pleasantoncustomcare.com/ (was The Medicine Shoppe)
Preuss Pharmacy
Sunnyvale Clinic Pharmacy
more ideas http://www.tacanow.com/Resources/resources.htm Conductive Education
recommended for Cerebal Palsy, social groups to help with
Effective functioning, fine and gross motor skills, self-help skills ...
Beginning Steps to Independence, Inc. POPS/CECC Peninsula Outreach Programs Inc. CounselorsMarci Schwartz www.marcischwartz.com Cranial SacralKathleen Kraskouskas at Cranial Sacral Therapy Center in
Sunnyvale--408-720-1122. One parent said: he's helped our ASD son a great
deal. I believe his sensory issues, gait, and reflux have improved as a direct
result of cranial work. His gait is better, too. She also does "visceral
manipulation." Osteopath who does cranial osteopathy (which is a type of cranial manipulation, similar to cranial-sacral). He's in Portola Valley (on the Peninsula). One listmember writes of Flagg: “seems pretty tuned in to ASD issues in general” Bruce Flagg
650-851-0931 Portola Valley Mark Rosen 650-813-1214 Palo Alto http://www.osteodoc.com
See special needs kids cases. One parent said: We tried it and it didn't
see any harm or gain. Another said, he has a one year waiting list, but you can
bee seen by his wife/co-practitioner for C-S, Inessa Lagen. One parent
writes: We prefer Inessa Lagen as I think she is more in tune with kids. Office
environment is not child friendly.
Demographics
Dentist
Karen Fong, pediatric dentist Walnut Creek, 925-934-4777 A special needs parent writes: she is super! She has 2
young kids and lots of experience with special needs.
A parent writes: good pediatric dentist in SF- The name is Bergan James and her # is 415-668-3500
Pediatric dentistry, Katalina Ramirez, DDS, MS Redwood Shores (650) 592-2100
A parent writes: We use Charles Spitz in San Mateo. He
was recommended as specializing in kids with a variety of special needs and has
been great with (our ASD 4 year old). Another parent writes: my son loves dr.
charles spitz, 50 s. san mateo dr., #160, san mateo. phone no.
375-8300. he's a pediatric dentist, has a great office full of fun stuff
(playstation, tv's at every dental chair/station, toys, etc.) and has many
special needs patients. we always have to go about 15 min. early just so
he can play before the appointment. the entire staff is really good about
making it a positive experience.
Adams, Vernon J., Jr. DMD Palo Alto, CA 650-321-6448 http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=2416 In consultation with their physician at Children's Hospital at Stanford will treat dental concerns of pediatric patients with a variety of medical conditions. A parent writes: He's on staff at Packard Children's Hospital across the street and participates in surgery for facial reconstruction patients. The office reserves special times for patients that need sedation and they actually welcome special needs kids, an experience I don't get very often. They do everything gently such as demonstrate the moving toothbrush in the hand before putting it in the child's mouth. There are TVs in the ceiling and kids can choose the movie. They also have lots of sunglasses on hand for children (like mine!) that are sensitive to the bright lights. Another dentist in the group, Dr. Sam Samudio, is also very good.
Barrera, Adolfo D.D.S. Pediatric Dentistry San Jose, Ca, 408-286-2971, http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=2536 dental treatment for children with special needs
Sedation For Dentistry San Jose, CA, 408-286-2971, http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=2130 Serve the population of children who may require a deeper sedation for behavior management to facilitate needed pediatric dental care. Dr.Barrera and Lenhart, both pediatric dentists and Dr.Salinger and Dr.Ligh anesthesiologist have worked together to provide this sedation option for their special patients in the office. This will effectively address situations where light sedation in the office is inadequate and general anesthesia in the hospital is cost prohibitive.
Shawn Taheri, D.D.S., MS Pediatric Dentist San Jose, CA, 408-226-0323, http://www.taheridds.com Welcomes patients with special needs
Dr Jason Renner, recommended by one parent "he and
his staff are wonderful with my child Dr. Timothy Gallagher D.D.S.(408) 739-9050 Sunnyvale, a listmember/special needs parent recommends him for amalgam fillings removal. He is gentle and he uses dams, oxygen, etc.
http://www.meta-ehealth.com/site/office/index.jsp
naturopath dentist..one mom shared that he is very knowledgeable about toxicity
and dentistry suzan hahn in sf biological dentist
Oral surgeon in Redwood City Dr. Martin Hoff http://www.vitals.com/doctors/Dr_Martin_Hoff.html
one SNK mom reported a good experience
Dr Adrain Vogt in San Mateo Orthodonist recommended
by several SNK moms - nice and patient. He was very accommodating,
multiple visits what is usually done in one visit, etc, will schedule you when
the office is not busy www.talkinternational.com/mfdsindex3.htm You can also contact IAOMT and ask for list in your general area http://www.iaomt.org
http://home.earthlink.net/~moriam/HOW_TO_find_doctor.html
Diagnosis & EvaluationParents write: You may need a licensed clinical
psychologist to diagnose an autistic spectrum disorder should you go to a legal
hearing for eligibility or to try to get funding for services for your child,
especially against regional centers. Another writes: the only trained
professionals who should make an autism or PDD diagnosis are a developmental
pediatrician, a neurologist or a child psychiatrist with expertise in this
area. Most children move all over the spectrum as they get older, and
some even drop off, that may be why a 100% accurate diagnosis is very hard to
come by. You put 3 doctors in the room, have each them look at and test your
child, you get 3 different opinions. Given that all of the diagnosticians have
a long wait-list, consider making an appt with one or more. You can always
cancel the appointment later. Locally, the cost for assessments in the Bay Area
are $2.5K-$5K in 2003.
Golden Gate Regional Center, GGRC: One parent asked ggrc to test for Autism and they did a 1 hour eval with the developmental pediatrician and a psych and me. They said he was not “autistic” (as qualifies for regional center services after age 3) and they explained why ...They did stuff like call his name after he was playing with a toy intently. And said hello to him and he said hello back and made eye contact. The psyc brought out little blocks and stacked a few up then encouraged my son to do the same, and after a few coaxing requests, he did. They noted that (at 22 months) he was aware of his environment and always stepped over toys. He also willingly helped clean up...little stuff like that. I'm just explaining so you understand their approach. Dr. Luisa Montaini-Klovdahl in Palo Alto 650-857-1200
PlusFour Solutions From http://www.thelighthouseproject.com/links.html : “PlusFour Solutions is an organization whose focus is the assessment of children and adolescents. Neuropsychologist Steve Newton, Ph.D., has had years of experience working with children with NLD, Asperger’s, Autism, Depression, and other learning disorders.” (650) 949-2440 Los Altos
Family Neurology, Sarah Cheyette, MD Author of “mommy, my head hurts” . add.adhd, autism, aspergers, sleep issues, seizures, developmental delay, anixety, headaches San Mateo, 650 558 6600, www.sarahcheyette.20m.com also newly practicing with PAMP in Palo Alto
Dr. Paul Lebby Fresno 559-779-8639 A parent writes: is also very, very good. He is a neuropsychologist.
www.drugfreeadd.com Attention &
Achievement Center at 925-416-140
Dr. Ann Parker, from Albany – for parent comments ask http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bayareaprekasd (you have to join that yahoo group to read the messages)
Caroline Johnson A parent writes: I also recommend Caroline Johnson, a pediatric neuropsychologist in Berkley, she can diagnose too. I'd try not to get hung up on the exact diagnosis as it may not fit perfectly especially on a young child.
CHO & (Oakland) Regional Center have diagnostic appointments on Wednesdays in Oakland, usually with Renee Wechtel and a child psychologist. For parent comments see http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bayareaprekasd (you have to join that yahoo group to read the message) Be sure that you make them qualify the IQ - ie that testing assumes neurotypical verbal gymnastics & is done without any accommodations.
Dr. Melanie Lenington Los Angeles One parent writes “is one of the best if not the best”, another parent writes : “It's worth the 2-day stay in Los Angeles to get an assessment from Melanie Lenington. She has vast experience, and will testify in due process cases. She is thorough in her testing, explains the accommodations that she makes, and makes excellent recommendations”.… she is a psychologist. May 2003 Melanie charged I think $2,500, though it ranges based on age etc. Their insurance covered maybe $700 of it.
Children’s Health Council (CHC) Palo Alto, Ca. (650) 326-5530 One parent consulted with Dr Bond of CHC with extensive notes of her son’s behavior and language development and she said that he likely would have qualified for an autism diagnosis at 18 months but would not qualify at 2 years, 8 months. She recommended an ot eval and a floortime consultant - and gave several good names of therapists (all included within this list). (it's $150 for a 1-2 hour consult 2002.)
California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) Child Development Dept. San Francisco, Ca. , (415) 750-6200 Assessment and treatment program for infants and children with or at risk for development disorders. Multidisciplinary staff. Medical consultation.
Dr. Clare Ames-Klein Ph.D. (Child Psychologist for assessments/evaluations) Lafayette, CA, 925-283-6300
UCSF and CPMC Developmental pediatrician (Barbara Bennett of UCSF & CPMC) http://www.ucsfhealth.org
Stanford, LPCH, Packard’s Children Hospital PDD Clinic; Dr. Linda Lotspeich Palo Alto, CA, 650-723-5511, 650-497-8000 A parent writes: there is a long waiting list
The M.I.N.D. Institute: UC Davis Medical Center Sacramento, CA, 916-703-0285 M.I.N.D. Institute – UCDavis. A parent writes: “Of the four evals, the one at the MIND institute at UC Davis was by far the most comprehensive and useful.”
Dr. Brad Berman, MD Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician A parent said “We saw Brad Berman at 7, he had a 10month waiting list.” Another parent: Brad Berman is a developmental pediatrician in Walnut Creek probably can make a diagnosis. Families describe him as warm and caring. Another parent: Brad is excellent but I think you should try to get a diagnosis as soon as possible so services can start. Progressions Walnut Creek, CA, 925-279-3480
Dr. Deborah Sedberry, MD A parent writes :” Dr. Sedberry. She is moving her Pleasanton office to Walnut Creek. $600 assessment, but the eval with the child is just 1 hour. Deborah Sedberry is a pediatrician specializing in Behavior Development. I am told she is qualified to officially "diagnose"”. Another parent writes: I have not seen Dr Sedbury but know people who have and like her. Developmental Pediatrician Pleasanton, CA, 925-295-2020
Dr. Catharine Ross, MD Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician Santa Rosa, CA , 707-545-2082
Children's Hospital Autism Intervention (CHAI) Oakland, CA, 510-428-3792 Re Wechtel & Wensley at CHO. One parent writes: “they use the child autism scale (a parent checklist) and standard IQ tests. No accommodation in testing for non-verbal kids. OTOH, they'll give a brief list of recommendations, and that's what is used to get Regional to provide services.” For parent additional comments ask http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bayareaprekasd (you have to join that yahoo group to read the messages) Re: Candida Brown at Children's Hospital in Oakland. A parent writes: “I highly recommend her. She really helps encourage your insurance company to provide what she requests.”
Pacific Autism Center for Education Sunnyvale, CA, 408-245-3408
The Diagnostic Center, Northern California General info on transitions, also a diagnostic consultation if your child qualifies Oakland http://www.dcn-cde.ca.gov/trainfam.htm
See also the Tutoring section for more Educational evaluation resources JumpStart Learning to Learn - intensive 1 week parent
education program for families who have recently Education Law - Autism special ed law infoThank you to Linda Weinert for contributing this section!!! The Legal Rights of Children With Autism: An Expert
Interview With Jill G. Escher, BA, MA, JD Procedural Safeguards Violations and Complaints, Procedural Safeguards Notice http://www.pacificasd.org/sped/ParentRights-Safeguards.pdf This is just an example. Each district does their own, but they have include a specific list of topics. Note that since this document is written by the district with the help of their legal team, it downplays parents' rights.)
The California Dept of Ed Procedural Compliance number: 1-800-926-0648 (weekdays, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm)
For Compliance Complaints, see: http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se/qa/documents/complnthints.asp http://www.pai-ca.org/PUBS/504601.htm http://www.cde.ca.gov/sp/se/qa/ (look at bottom) Learning more about special ed law: Here are a few
suggested lists given more or less in order of
STAR testing and accomodations Special diet at
school Case Community Alliance For Special Education Brooke Baggett-Milbourne Environment Safetywww.refinishingonline.com/california.htm if
your bathtub has lead (many do) Christopher Sweat http://www.getipm.com/products/toxicology.htm Advance Look Building Inspections Environmental
Testing http://www.ehponline.org/docs/2006/9120/abstract.html Autism Spectrum Disorders in Relation to Distribution of Hazardous Air Pollutants in the San Francisco Bay Area Feldenkrais and Cranio Sacral
Anat Baniel Method for Children – Find a practitioner specially trained by Anat Baniel to work with children with special needs. (415) 460-6621 www.anatbanielmethod.com www.banielfeldenkraistraining.com – 90 day professional training in Anat Baniel Method, Feldenkrais Method, Anat Baniel Method for Children. Jackie JacksonDaley, M.A.
Search for providers
Aviva Bernstein Maryon Maass (1996) Song Nelson (2000) Beth Sidlow (1997) Catherine N. Sigal (1996) Sonja H. Sutherland (1997) Arlyn Zones, MA
FinancialGilfix &
La Poll, experience with special needs trusts www.gilfix.com/practice_areas/special_needs.html , recommended by several
parents
Finding MORE resources
http://www.php.com/agency/startpage.php amazing
database of 1000s of resources – mix of bay area and nationwide. We’ve found
that the “condition” search often yields the most useful links. For example,
condition = pervasive development disorder or services = legal. Also, the
county field is helpful, ie county = san mateo. And best of all, if you can’t
find what you are looking for, call them and leave a message on their voicemail
– they are very helpful!
http://www.special-education.info/experts.html More bay area links
http://www.special-education.info/autism_res.html More bay area links
http://bayareaasresource.org More
bay area links – great site, by creative sf bay area parents!
http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/help/ca.htm
http://www.nichcy.org/stateshe/ca.htm california state
Bay Area Parent magazine www.BAP-SF-Pen.com includes some special needs resources
http://sanfrancisco.babyzone.com/parentresources.asp?type=Support+and+Special+Needs
http://parents.berkeley.edu/recommend/therapy/child.html
Floortime:Lorraine Ehlers-Flint PhD Psychologist, Senior Floortime/DIR clinician San Francisco, (510) 864-0794 Also may be affiliated with Through the Looking Glass in Berkeley, (510) 848-1112
Barbara Kalmanson, PhD Clinical Psychologist, Senior Floortime/DIR clinician DIR® Faculty Kenfield California (Marin county), 415-456-0111 E-Mail: BKalmanson@earthlink.net
Dr. Ilene Lee, Ph.D. (Provides "floor time" intervention and coaching) 415-331-1511
Sara Chapman http://www.playconnectlearn.com
Oak Hill School Lisa deFaria, MSW, LCSW Lynette DiLuzio, M.S., CCC-SLP, DIR Candidate Level
III Maria Less, L.C.S.W., Mental Health, DIR® Certificate
Candidate, Level II www.pacificautism.org preschool uses Floortime as one of it's methodologies according to their website Dr. Yana Peleg (408) 431-0231 floortime therapist in the Cupertino area Stephanie Pass, Ph.D., Clinical Psychology,DIR®
Faculty Misty Sorensen, MS, Marriage and Family Therapy, DIR®
Certificate Candidate, Level III Food - local (on special diets)
Bakeries:http://www.annettesglutenfreebakery.com/
Pleasanton www.cafegratitude.com 6 Bay Area Locations - lots of GFCF baked goods and more - expensive but good - we got the tiramisu - not kid fav - more adult friendly. They offer other cakes Other:www.marshallshoney.com local honey -
sells at WF Integrity Foods 1777 S. Bascom Ave Campbell, CA (408)
371-0100 Alameda Natural Grocery at 1650 Park
Street in Alameda. Rainbow co-op - save money and get great quality Sweet Peas Organic Produce Cidre Loche (Montgomery Creek, California) http://www.farmfreshtoyou.com find local CSA's - many will deliver Local farmers markets http://www.westonapricesanfrancisco.org/Farmer's%20Markets.html http://threestonehearth.com/ amazing WAPF based community supported kitchen - they will deliver Amazing site for eating local and fresh http://www.wisefoodways.com/bay/
Free play with other kids places:YMCA: If you joined the YMCA in san mateo you could take your child to the daycare center and it would feel like a free play group. I think they would allow an assistant to be there with him. And you could go workout!!!! The Y also has a 2 day a week structure toddler movement class, free to members kids, that would likely be good too. We only took my son to the class once because of schedule …but I could see that it was good practice for him…although he was a bit intimidated by the group and the motor coordination needed. Parents can join the class to help!
You can call around to local preschools (I think that Kindercourt in San Carlos and Edison Montesorri allow this) ask about free play times and if a shadow aide is allowed.
Churches may also offer a free play group, especially for younger kids during services.
Some local parks are good too. Like on busy Saturday afternoons, you would probably see some of the same kids every week. In Foster City, Boothbay park is kid popular like this. And in the fall and spring during sports, Sea Cloud park's playground will be full of kids free playing every Saturday, most of the day. Of course parking can be a challenge!
Junior Gym has an open gym/free play time most every day. San Mateo, (650) 548-9901
Fun activities – just fun for special needs kids and typical kids, too:
Autism Ribbon, AMC Entertainment (AMC) and the Autism Society have teamed up to bring families affected by autism and other disabilities a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment on a monthly basis with the "Sensory Friendly Films" program. In order to provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for this unique audience, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down, families will be able to bring in their own gluten-free, casein-free snacks, and no previews or advertisements will be shown before the movie. Additionally, audience members are welcome to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing...
School of Rock www.BandWorks.com (one starting in San Carlos)
Le Petit Baleen swim classes http://www.swimlpb.com/ Only 4 kids to a class. All kids grouped by skill level. All teachers are professional swim teachers, they are the best, they are great with special needs kids. Swimming is a very good activity for kids in OT too.
YMCA recreational swim time: http://www.peninsulafamilyymca.org/schedules_recreational.htm
Serra swim school (summer sessions only/) 1-3 or 1-4 swimmers per class (650) 345-8207 x181 or contact Serra High School (private) in San Mateo $8 per lesson (2003)
Peninsula Jewish Communiity Center is opening a “gym”
with 2-3 pools (indoor & outdoor) in Foster City in Spring 2004, maybe they
will offer open swim time!
Betty wright swim center, palo alto: some special needs kids have had private lessons paid for by regional center their once per week at about 3-4 years old. The staff works with kids and adults with disabilities.
Joinville Swim Club in San Mateo (summer only, outdoor pool). One parent asked her in home developmental/behavioral specialist to come and assist her son in the water, very day M-Th for 1/2 hr. Group is about 5 kids...and Joinville staff has been accommodating to this plan. Each class runs for 2 weeks. It's a great pool, because its outside.
Aitkin's peninsula swim center: this pool is open year round. One parent signed up her son for group lessons during the winter, their slow season, and he was the only one in the class! so, private lessons at group rate. a good choice if you want year round. Another parent said that the instructor is great with her son (HFA) and the people are nice.
Carlmont swim classes (summer only), about $6 per lesson (2003), but class size can go up to 5 at level 3. instructors are usually members of the swim team. they're young, lots of fun, and one parent’s ASD boy really enjoys the lessons. She includes a note about her son’s autism when she registers, and always tells the instructor prior to class. so far, no problems. For class lessons, a child must be able to wait his turn and follow directions.
Carlmont has "free swim" every afternoon from 1-3 p.m. for $2.50 per person (2003). Kids can practice their strokes and play with the other swimmers. YMCA preschool fun movement class – twice a week in the mornings, similar to Gymboree, but free if the parent is a Y member. At the Peninsula YMCA
Motor skills camp Kona Kai Swim & Tennis Center www.trennertennis.com Review from http://www.thelighthouseproject.com/links.html “Coach Rick is both a trained physical education teacher, and an accomplished tennis professional. His motor skills camps are fun and he and Assistant Coach Dana Bargas have experience working with kids with learning differences. The camps provide a natural setting in which unique children and “typical children” (if there is such a thing) can mix and match and play and get stronger and more coordinated in a beautiful natural environment. We consistently receive rave reviews from parents we’ve sent to see Rick and Dana. Note of warning: If you sign your child up for a week of camp, they’re going to beg for another week, so be prepared.” Santa Clara, CA 95051
SoccerKids 3.5-6 year olds, each child has his own ball, uses pretend play and non competitive games various playgrounds in San Francisco 415 608 2608 www.sfsoccerkids.com
Mini golf: http://www.malibugrandprix.com/redwood/ not specific to special needs kids, but a great place to visit during the year round school breaks. No lines, and you can take your time practicing hitting the ball, etc.
Tunnels and ball play at Chucke Cheese… This is a fun place to visit on a rainy day during year round school break http://www.chuckecheese.com/cec2002/restaurants/locator.html . My son and I particularly enjoy the Redwood City one as it has a big "tube" section. Parents, for yourself, bring a book to read or a friend to talk with as the kids can stay ip in the tubes a long time. If your child is on a special diet, you can bring in their own food.
Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo http://www.city.palo-alto.ca.us/ross/museum/ www.spencerhardymusictherapy.com Palo Alto - SNK mom referral: "engaging, creative, flexible"
Music www.KindermusikwithYvonne.com mother of a special needs child
The Music School located upstairs from Little Wonders is parent participation at younger ages and has Circle time and other preschool-type activities.
Piano teacher, Ella, $20 for 1/2 hour 650-372-9364
One parent of a special needs kid writes: she is really patient and
lively. One parent's daughter likes her a lot. Another reports that
she does a great job with her son - lot of fun ...big affect. Another says that
Ella is patient, kind, funny and FUN! tsrch@inter-linc.net One mom says "very good music therapist"
works well with special needs kids San Francisco Zoo (especially the children’s section on a
weekday morning)
The Junior Gym San Mateo, (650) 548-9901 Open gym times and structured classes
Gymboree www.gymboree.com
Gymnastics at Menlo Park Park and Rec dept for special
needs kids (all kinds) …great Environmental Traveling Companions, offers outdoors
adventure E-soccer http://e-soccer.info Exceptional Children’s Soccer: starts with age 3. Free.
Typical and Special Needs kids together. Ekarate Exceptional kids karate, for a mix of both typical and special needs kids, Volunteer driven program like soccer. Kids 5 and up Redwood City
Skating - http://www.redwoodcity.org/parks One
parent and her special needs son enrolled in a Mommy, Daddy, and me class years
ago at Ice Oasis through Redwood City Parks and Rec when her son was probably 4
or 5 that worked well for them- called the Parent and Tot class for 3-5 year
olds. Taking a class with your child might be a good intro for the younger
children and get them ready for a class by themselves.
And, visit your most popular local park playgrounds at a
regular time each week, get to know more kids! Little League T ball is fairly good for special needs
kids. Even if all they do is take a turn "at bat" (at the T) ...
http://www.pickyourown.org/CAsanfran.htm fun to go pick fruit in season
Yoga for kids www.yogakids.com
www.starfeetyogaandplay.com For more information please contact: rion starfeetyogaandplay.com Rion Hoffmann, RYT has practiced and studied yoga for
over 10 years and has worked with children on the autism spectrum for almost as
long. She believes that each of us has a
right to feel comfortable and grounded in our own bodies and that yoga can help
us to connect more deeply to both to ourselves and each other. She has studied
Integrated Movement Therapy with the Samarya Center, Yoga for the Special Child
with Sonia Sumar, and most recently, with San Francisco’s own Its Yoga
Kids!
May parents say the class is fantastic
Joell Dunlap
Fun activities - special needs programs:
E-soccer www.e-soccer.org we LOVE e-soccer, this is the program that we joined when he was 3 and we've been with it ever since. His is now (proudly) an assistant coach Even with his challenges, he is able to help other kids!!! A mix of both typical and special needs kids, Volunteer driven program
Ekarate Exceptional kids karate, for a mix of both typical and special needs kids, Volunteer driven program like soccer. Kids 5 and up Redwood City Assisted Animal Happiness in Los Altos www.animalassistedhappiness.org
Disabled Sports - www.dsusafw.org
Special olympics - www.sonc.org/regions/siliconvalley http://www.angelsonstage.org/ A theater Troupe of Children with Differing Abilities
Zohar dance in Palo Alto - 650-494-8221 www.zohardance.org Dance program for children considered developmentally delayed. This program is offered at 10 sites throughout the school year reaching an additional 200 children annually. San Carlos Children's Theater (SCCT) Friends Play Group
for socially delayed children. SNAP ( Special Needs Aquatic Program) Adaptive Aquatics, City of Antioch Leisure Services,
disabilities. Pool Challenger Little League: Baseball for children with
special needs. Swim and Gym at Berkeley YMCA has special needs program Special Olympics is a free program for children ages 8+
with mental Special skaters - Ice Oasis - Redwood City - class on most Saturdays 1:30 to 2:00 pm. Cost is $8 per class which includes instruction and skate rental. They also have some typical kids as helpers. For more info and to reserve a spot, call 650.364.8090 x16 www.iceoasis.com
Special needs ice skating on Sunday mornings at the Winter Lodge in Palo Alto starting in January The rink is outdoors. http://www.php.com/eventdetail.php?ID=1000 http://www.norcalyouthhockey.com/RinkMaps/PaloAltoMap.html
Shared Adventures - www.sharedadventures.com Santa Cruz, cool adventures for special needs
Special Needs Gymnastics class through Cupertino Recreation.
Twisters Gym Mountain View, CA 94043, 650-967-5581 Gym has easy wheelchair access and private entry exercise rooms, in addition, we have van transport, and our fully equipped "Tumble Bus" is available to come to your site. Twisters Gym is organizing a school-age motor skills class for kids who want to be in gymnastics. They will probably work on the trampoline, obstacle course, and bars, and more. We are hoping to organize a class with a 4 to 1 ratio taught by an advanced teacher with experience in teaching motor skills and kids with special needs. Acting and Modeling classes are available
AYSO VIP soccer (special needs) San Jose, Cupertino, Saratoga or Prunedale to Monterey
United Studios (karate), Regina PinPin Foster City, (650) 577-9234 One parent recommended private classes for special needs kids with Ms PinPin Disabled Sports USA, Farthwest offers : water skiing in
Sacramento,
SF Recreation and Park Department: Assisted Services Division Jackson Park, San Francisco, CA (415) 554-8920 Programs for adults, teens and children with developmental, emotional and physical disabilities. http://www.surfershealing.org/ surfing - more Southern California and other states though Dawn Iwamasa, MA, MT-BC Board Certified, music therapist Walnut Creek, CA, 925-952-9921
Susan Rancer Reg. Music Therapist Piedmont, CA, 510-654-5882 http://www.tacanow.org/family-resources/lets-get-moving/ more active sports ideas
Absolute Vibration 415-435-7939, http://www.absolutevibration.org San Francisco, CA non-profit music therapy organization that works with children with disabilities, as well as any individuals who wish to utilize music at its fullest potential, as an empowering and healing art form. Call or e-mail for more information about service in other counties. Will come to your home, too!!! One parent of a special needs child writes of Beth Robinson, a music therapist from Absolute Vibrations, teaches piano. “My son really liked her.”
Year round horseback riding program for kids with disabilities of all ages located in West Marin County. The rides are every Saturday at three different times throughout the day. There is a guide who is assigned to the child and parent. It is free and this program works on donations. It is worth the drive and a fun thing to do for the day. Halleck Creek Riding Club (4-H Affiliate) Julie Cassel -coordinator Inverness, CA , (415) 662-2488
Hartl Hill Farm (Therapeutic horseback riding) Tish Callos, Martinez, CA, 925-228-3936, http://results.bayequest.info/handi_eb.php South bay - http://www.osctr.org/ Berkeley - http://www.halleckcreekranch.org/index.html Other options - http://www.incirclepets.com/articles/show/146-our-comprehensive-list-of-bay-area-animal-assisted-therapy
Many more therapeutic riding programs throughout the entire bay area http://results.bayequest.info/handi_pn.php
Therapeutic Recreation Services Santa Clara, CA, 408-984-3257, Recreation and leisure services for individuals with
special needs. Includes Adult Social Club (ages 25-up) Children's Recreation
(ages 4-12) Saturday Activities for Teens (ages 13-up) The Social-Lites (Ages
21-up) Teen Club (ages 13-up) Young Adult Club (18-up) Movin' (ages 13-up)
beginning aerobics. Gotta Dance (ages 16-up) Co-Sponsored Programs Cooperative
Dances (Ages 13 and up) Special Olympics (Call for 267-2734 for schedule)
Special Olympics Basketball Training (Call 267-2734 for eligibility and
starting dates) Redwood City, CA 94061 (650) 363-6181 http://www.allartstudio.net
Environmental Traveling Companions San Francisco, CA, (415) 474-7662 Sea Kayaking, River Rafting, Cross-Country Skiing and
Youth Leadership School adventures for people with disabilities and other
special needs Theatre
Organization of Special Needs Families
https://mailman.stanford.edu/mailman/listinfo/kwdevents Kids with Dreams events with Stanford Students
Redwood City Parks and Rec is piloting a Friday night "hangout" for "neurodiverse" tweens/teens
Hair cuts HaircutsJust Kids Cuts in Burlingame. They have TVs at each station and play a kids movie--it changes periodically
Homeschoolinghttp://groups.yahoo.com/group/CaliforniaHS
IEP related:see also the education law section on this page
http://www.cde.ca.gov/spbranch/sed/om072898.htm What related services & "designated instruction and related services" CA schools must provide. See also http://www.cde.ca.gov/spbranch/sed/ California Department of education, links to the laws, Regulations, Policies See also http://www.cde.ca.gov/spbranch/sed/intracdb.htm California
Special Education Programs Hearing Office Database, SEARCH Due Process Hearing
Decisions and Orders
http://www.dds.cahwnet.gov/statutes/laws_main.cfm more California special ed related laws
http://www.sfusd.k12.ca.us/dept/sped/forms/faqIEP.html SFUSD
interesting FAQ on IEPs Here is a helpful article about iep goals
California Department of Education Special Education Laws and Regulations Database Education Code -- Part 30, Other Related Laws, and California Code of Regulations -- Title 5 http://www2.otan.dni.us/laws_search/lawsrch.taf
California Special Education Rights & Responsibilities Web: http://www.pai-ca.org/pubs/401601.htm http://www.pai-ca.org/pubs/504101.htm
IEP related – SELPAs http://www.dds.cahwnet.gov/EarlyStart It’s a good idea to contact your local SELPA…see below…
Contra Costa SELPA Concord, CA , 925/827-0949 x10 Area Served: Alamo, Antioch, Bethel Island, Brentwood, Byron, Canyon, Crockett, Danville, Knightsen, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Oakley, Orinda, Pittsburg, Port Costa, Rodeo, San Ramon, and Walnut Creek
Marin County SELPA San Rafael, CA, 415/472-1969
Mid-Alameda County SELPA Castro Valley Unified School District Castro Valley, CA, 510/537-3000 x1220 Area Served: Castro Valley,Hayward, San Leandro, and San Lorenzo
Mission Valley SELPA Fremont, CA, 510/659-2569 x12461 Area Served: Fremont, Newark, and Union City
Mt. Diablo Unified SELPA Concord, CA, 925/682-8000 x4048 Area Served: Bay Point, Clayton, Concord, Martinez, Pleasant Hill, and Walnut Creek
Napa County SELPA Napa, CA, 707/253-6807
North Region SELPA Alameda Unified School District Alameda, CA, 510/337-7190 Area Served: Alameda, Albany, Berkeley, Emeryville, and Piedmont
North Santa Cruz County SELPA Capitola, CA, 831/464-5677 Area Served: Live Oak, San Lorenzo Valley, Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley, and Soquel
Oakland Unified SELPA Oakland, CA 510/879-8220
Pajaro Valley Unified SELPA Watsonville, CA, 831/786-2130 Area Served: Aptos, Corralitos, Freedom, La Selva Beach, Las Lomas, Pajaro, and Watsonville
San Francisco Unified SELPA San Francisco, CA, 415/242-2670 http://www.sfusd.k12.ca.us/dept/sped/forms/faqInc.html
Santa Clara County SELPA Areas I-IV and VII San Jose, CA, 408/453-6566 Area Served: Alum Rock, Berryessa, Cambrian, Campbell, Cupertino, East Side, Evergreen, Franklin- McKinley, Fremont, Gilroy, Lakeside, Loma Prieta, Los Altos, Los Gatos, Luther Burbank, Milpitas, Montebello, Moreland, Morgan Hill, Mountain View, Mt. Pleasant, Oak Grove, Orchard, Palo Alto, San Jose, Santa Clara, Saratoga, Sunnyvale, Union, and Whisman Note Selpa II – Cupertino and Sunnyvale site is here http://www.fuhsd.org/CAC/
San Mateo County SELPA Redwood City, CA, 650/802-5464 http://www.smcoe.k12.ca.us/selpa/index.html helpful site, calendar of mtgs too
http://www.smfc.k12.ca.us/level2/dodirectory.html San Mateo/Foster City School District contact info for Director of Student Services (includes special education)
Sonoma County SELPA Santa Rosa, CA, 707/524-2750
Tri-Valley SELPA Pleasanton, CA, 925/426-4293 Area Served: Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton
Advocate – Joanna Jaeger 408-946-1609, initial consultation was free, $500 retainer to attend
IEP, hourly rate Kim Goldman 925-256-6607 advocate Joanne Cordova: CASPER- Special Education Advocacy San Jose, CA 95125 http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=3753 $50./hour. First 50 minutes of consultation is free. $500. to attend IEP and mediation. $1000. to attend due process hearings. Fee's can be negotiated 8/2003
Susan Foley, JD Half Moon Bay, CA, (650) 712-8239, Legal advocacy services for families in the San Francisco Bay and San Jose Areas. Sliding scale fee schedule. Free initial consultation. http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/help/ca.htm
Advocacy For Life Ramona, Ca 92065 (760) 415-4872 http://www.legalaidsmc.org
A Closer Look - Judith Stubbs – see Tutor section
More advocates http://www.iser.com/essneradvo-CA.html San Jose www.advocatesforspecialkids.org/faqs1_10.htm http://www.advocatesforspecialkids.org/iep_tips.htm great tips for California IEPs http://www.google.com/search?sourceid=navclient&q=california+special+advocate+education Protection & Advocacy, San Francisco Bay Area, 800/776-5746, www.pai-ca.org
Professional Advocates for Special Students, Northern California Representative, (510) 309-0057 , Legal representation and parent/organization trainings http://www.yellowpagesforkids.com/help/ca.htm
FREE online Book that address California law in particular http://www.autism-law.com/
Disability Rights Advocates Oakland, CA, (510) 451-8644,
http://www.edlaw.net/service/attylist.html special ed attorneys
Advocates for Education, Elizabeth Essner San Jose, CA , (408) 979-9964,
Advocacy tips (not local, but very good): http://www.harborhouselaw.com/articles/hearts.bollero.htm
Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) Berkeley, CA , (510) 644-2555, Parent Training and Information Center (PTI) for Alameda, Contra Costa, and Yolo Counties providing training in special education law. We also do statewide and national civil rights advocacy for children (and adults) with disabilities
Community Alliance for Special Education (CASE) San Francisco, CA , (415)431-2285 Legal support, representation, technical assistance consultations, and training to parents of special needs kids throughout the greater San Francisco Bay Area
Julia Wilson of Legal Aid in San Mateo, gave an IEP training. You are entitled to a free consultation w/ Legal Aid. http://www.baylegal.org/
Lawyer: Mike Zatopa in San Francisco, 415-896-1400 http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=3479
Lawyer, Ralph Lewis in Corona 909-734-4631. He has 11 years' experience with this kind of law, autism and ABA therapy. One parent writes “I really like (him).” http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=3504
Katherine Dobel, (Specializing in IEP advocacy) http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=3476 Berkeley, CA, 510-548-2004 San Francisco, CA 94111 (415) 819-3071; ( http://www.edulegal.com
Negotiating the Maze http://www.negotiatingthemaze.org/ Berkeley (510) 528-8942 will attend meetings from Santa Rosa to San Mateo
Sherman & Ziegler (Special Ed Law) David Sherman San Francisco and Marin, CA, (414) 924-1300, www.Special-Education.info fantastic website, many resource links
David Nearon Jr.,
Sarah Clarke, JD http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=3478
California Special Ed Law http://eit.otan.dni.us/speced/laws_search/searchLaws.cfm
Insurance reimbursement for services (in California) www.therapyinla.com/news/news0401.html State
Bill 88 mental health parity
http://www.sandiegoautismsociety.org/autismreferences/faq.htm#11 “How do I obtain coverage for services through my medical insurance?”
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/autism_inlandempire_socal/files/ see Chris’ letter to an insurance company (specific to California) (you have to join that yahoo group to read the message)
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/autism_inlandempire_socal/message/2280 getting insurer to pay (specific to California) (you have to join that yahoo group to read the message)
http://www.hmohelp.ca.gov/library/faq/mental_health/ State Bill 88 and hmo
MathLindamood-Bell Learning Processes (see entries in Reading section)
Medical - BiomedicalFoster City, CA (650) 341-5300 www.dptmd.com Very good speaker, he came to our parent group to speak and was impressive. 1/04. Caring and knowledgeable ...Many parents on the
discussion groups respect and enjoy working with him. 4/05: He is a very
knowledgeable and caring doctor - I highly recommend him Great all-in-one location with several excellent and well
respected practitioners www.wholechildwellness.com
http://www.developmentalspectrums.com Julie
Matthews, Certified Nutrition Consultant for comments, you can ask parents http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bayareaprekasd Kathy
Kaufmann, R.D., C.C.N. http://www.linkedin.com/pub/kathy-kaufmann/6/3a8/a9a
Dr. Vincent Marinkovich, M.D. One parent writes “We have had success with (him). He follows the DAN protocol.” He is extremely knowledgeable about mold related allergies/sensitivities
More local professionals can be found here:
Immune Matrix ( was Delicate Balance Health Care Center ) Milpitas, California, 408-262-6900 http://www.immunematrix.com Acupuncture, Biological Age Regression, BioSET™Allergy Elimination, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Enzyme Therapy, Food Allergy Elimination, Massage, Neuro-Emotional Technique (N.E.T.) Dr. Raj Patel with Medical Options for Wellness Dr. Graeme Shaw, M.D.
Biomedical support group – see Parent Support area
http://fourfoldhealing.com/ Dr Tom Cowan holistic
http://westonapricesanfrancisco.org/HealthPractioners.htm Medical-homeopathySabina Sonneman in Redwood City. www.sabinacare.com
traditional
Medical-TraditionalSee Diagnosis section too
Kiki Chang, Psychiatrist at Stanford http://www.stanford.edu/group/bipolar.clinic/about/chang.html is highly regarded as an expert on bipolar
Developmental Pediatrician - Dale Jacknow in San Mateo -650-342-3137 http://www.fcsn1996.org/Resource.html
Pediatric Neurologist - Dr Candida Brown - recommended by a local DAN doc for EEG http://www.diablovalleychildneurology.com/about/staff.php
Pediatric Neurologist - Ted Guarino in San Jose - 408-271-5271
Mittelstad, Patricia PHD - Neuropsych exams Menlo Park, CA, (650) 322-5321
Bowers, Cheryl A PHD - Neuropsych exams Scotts Valley, CA, (831) 430-0100
Serepca, Ruth PHD - Serepca Ruth PhD - Neuropsych exams Menlo Park, CA, (650) 321-6600
Family Neurology, Sarah Cheyette, MD, see Diagnosis
Dr. Paul Lebby neuropsychologist, see Diagnosis
Dr. Ann Parker, see Diagnosis
Caroline Johnson pediatric neuropsychologist, see Diagnosis
Dr. Melanie Lenington Los Angeles, see Diagnosis
Children’s Health Council, see Diagnosis
California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC), see Diagnosis
Dr. Clare Ames-Klein Ph.D. Child Psychologist, see Diagnosis
UCSF and CPMC Developmental pediatrician (Barbara Bennett of UCSF & CPMC), see Diagnosis
Stanford, LPCH, Packard’s Children Hospital PDD Clinic; Dr. Linda Lotspeich, see Diagnosis (Note: Dr Lotspeich is joining Kaiser)
The M.I.N.D. Institute: UC Davis Medical Center, see Diagnosis
Dr. Brad Berman, MD Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician, see Diagnosis
Dr. Deborah Sedberry, MD Developmental Pediatrician, see Diagnosis
Dr. Catharine Ross, MD Neurodevelopmental Pediatrician, see Diagnosis Dr. Naveen Mahmood (as well her colleague Dr. Lynch)of
the Redwood Shores branch of the Palo Alto Medical Foundation Dr. Elisa Song Whole Child Wellness 950 Woodside Rd. Ste
5 650-369-KIDS (5437) http://www.wholechildwellness.com clinic: http://www.noeclinic.com/sf/about_us They have a pretty comprehensive staff and offer alternative services (acupuncture, chinese medicine etc) as well.
Nanny/respite care/Aide/ShadowA Special Nanny and they are in Los Gatos, full/part time, special needs qualified?. www.specialnanny.com 408-379-8987
Sheila Fuller medical and childcare background
See also Parent support, regional centers
Contact PHP - they have many leads on respite
workers http://www.php.com/taxonomy/term/136
if this link doesn't work just go to www.php.com amd call or email them
Neurofeedback and BiofeedbackDr Klear in San Jose www.klearyourmind.com
http://www.brainwavetherapy.com Lilian Marcus, PhD, LMFT, is certified by the California Biofeedback Society, the Biofeedback Certification Institute of America, The Neurofeedback and Biofeedback Certification Board, and the American Board of Certified Quantitative Electroencephalography. Palo Alto
http://www.marinbiofeedback.org/ San
Rafael Dr. Lise DeLong from Cognitive Connections offers onsite at Milestones, a provider of ABA and social skills groups. She is recommended by one snk mom who says : My son who presents with auditory discrimination deficits, gross motor/planning challenges, and impulsivity has made tremendous strides in all areas after only fifteen treatment sessions.
http://www.janekingstontherapy.com Half Moon Bay
Kathy Kermit, Ph.D. http://www.brainwavedoc.com Los Altos
Harry Verb MD is located in San Mateo at the Behavioral Medical
Clinic. Neurobehavioral treatment of ADHD essentially requires patients to
learn to normalize their EEGs http://harryverby.org/
San Mateo Biofeedback center http://terrizucker.com/
Ali Hashemian Attention & Achievement Center 866-881-8820 San Mateo, CA in USA
Ruby Ng, M.D., MPT, M.S., Pediatric Biofeedback Specialist CPMC Sutter http://www.cpmc.org/advanced/pediatrics/team/ruby_ng.html
Find certified practitioners here: Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback http://www.aapb.org Biofeedback Certification Institute of America http://www.bcia.org Other:
www.zoo-phonics.com
cool computer game and video to learn the zoo phonics signals….(signals are
good prompts for early articulation issues, like letter L). Complements the
zoo-phonics system they are learning in the classroom
CAT Center for Accessible Technology: Resource/Education Center for computer keyboarding and software Berkeley, CA 94710, 510-841-3224
Barbara Bell Photography Burlingame, CA 94010, (650) 544-4456, Certified to photograph children with special needs. Former elementary school teacher
Kitty Petty ADD/LD Institute Palo Alto (650) 329-9443 A clinic for those with Attention Deficit Disorder and/or a learning disability, offering a teen network and a therapeutic 2-week summer camp. Preschool, day care and a K-12 school available. Monthly support group meetings and referrals for tutors and disability attorneys.
Dr. Jeanne Barta Chiropractor, (NAET specialist for children with Autism) Clayton, CA, 925-682-4941
The Markwell Cognitive Learning Center located in Belmont PACE (Process and Cognitive Enhancement) 12 week program 650-594-1302
Synergistic Interventions Kim Stokes, CMT Vicki Wells, MA Oakland, CA 94602, 510-914-0322,
Debra Ullmann, CET Board Certified Educational Therapist/Diagnostician San Jose, CA, (408) 927-5891, Psychoeducational testing and educational consultations for ages 3 through adult. 20 years experience in the public school system plus 5 years in private practice.
http://www.working-well.org/ctd_resources.html
Julia Morgan Center (Therapeutic drama classes) Beth DonahueTempleton Berkeley, CA 94704, 510-845-8542 ext.378,
Yvette N. Tazeau, Ph.D. Psychologist Los Gatos, CA, (408) 977-7117 Psychological Testing, Neuropsychological Testing, Developmental Evaluations, Psychoeducational Assessments, Spanish Language Testing/Evaluations/Assessments
Here's a site for an organization that can come to your child's school and teach a program of respecting other students: Anti-bullying. Santa Clara County has had a budget for providing this to some schools each year. Maybe other counties have something similar. http://www.dyslexia.com/ (888) 999-3324
(Books & Materials); (888) 805-7216 (Workshops & Certification); (650)
692-7141 Parent support:
God is my most reliable support, I seek God through prayer
and reading the Bible :-) Please consider this a personal invitation to join me
or some of my friends in bible study or to attend church with our family one Sunday at www.bacc.cc .
www.biblegateway.com
Searchable, online bible www.childrenofdestiny.org Daily
scripture for special needs families www.bacc.cc Bay Area Christian
Church http://www.gatepath.org/ Another great nonprofit resource http://groups.yahoo.com/group/PPSNK Local Parent Support discussion board http://groups.yahoo.com/group/rwsparentgroup redwood shores (actually all peninsula) parent group - support group for parents of kids with special needs, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/bayareaprekasd east bay area parent Support discussion board for parents of kids with special needs.
For services specific to San Francisco, try call Helen
Rossini at the child development center at CPMC, 750-6200. She is a social
worker who moderates a monthly autism support group Special Parents Information Network of Santa Cruz County Santa Cruz, Ca (831) 722-2800 (831) 423-7713 http://www.spinsc.org
California Resource centers http://www.dds.cahwnet.gov/EarlyStart
Family Resource Center 650-259-0189 http://www.communitygatepath.com Burlingame, CA 94010 For families who include a child with special needs. Parent-to-Parent Support, Workshops, Parent Groups, Lending library, IEP assistance, names of private therapists
Parents Helping Parents: www.php.com
lots of great info
Parents Helping Parents -- San Francisco San Francisco, , (415) 841-8820,
Matrix Parent Network and Resource Center located in Marin, Napa, Solano and Sonoma. http://www.matrixparents.org helpful website Novato, CA 94949, 800-578-2592
Support for Families at Open Gate, for Families of Children with disabilities San Francisco, CA, 415/469-4518, www.familyvoices.org/st/CA.htm Family Voices of California at Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
Family Resource Network (FRN) Oakland, CA 94618 , (510) 547-7322 Family support, referral, resources, education & training to families of children with disabilities
The Epilepsy Network Santa Cruz, CA 95060, (831) 423-6110,
Jeena Inc Los Gatos, CA 95034, (408) 265-8153, Support Group for Asian Indian families who have children with special needs.
Resources in Special Education (RiSE): RiSE Library is a great resource in San Jose. Parents can check out Special Ed Law books Free of charge for three weeks at a time (they are mailed to you). 707-206-0533 ext. 103 408-727-5775, ext. 110
Audrey L. Smith Developmental Center San Francisco, CA 94117, (415) 863-0909 Child-focused early childhood education programs, including mental health component. Provides play therapy, family therapy, support groups, resource and referral services.
Schwab Learning Web: http://www.schwablearning.org/ in San Mateo, but I’m not sure if you can visit them for info…The site encourages email questions only. A nonprofit service of the Charles and Helen Schwab Foundation
Friends of Children with Special Needs (FCSN) .. majority of the members are Chinese American but there are no restrictions on ethnicity http://www.fcsn1996.org/programs.html activities in Fremont, Milpitas, Almaden San Jose, Cupertino, Los Gatos, Saratoga
Learning Disabilities Association of East Bay Berkeley, (510) 433-7934,
Learning Disabilities Association - Golden Gate/Marin San Anselmo, CA, (415) 721-7096
Learning Disabilities Association of San Mateo San Mateo, CA 94401, (650) 341-6767
Social Security Administration: (To address eligibility issues and disability benefits) 800-772-1213
Contact your SELPA (see the IEP section) and ask them for the calendar of CAC (Community Advisory Committee) meetings, you can network with local parents at these events
Organization of Special Needs Families A family resource and support center for parents of children and individuals with special needs that is committed to providing regularly scheduled activities for individuals with special needs. Cupertino, CA. Special needs fun/enrichment programs. Summer camp! After school care! Integrated social group. Weekend integrated childcare. Multilingual programs in Chinese, Japanese, Spanish, Korean, Vietnamese. Summer Special Needs Swimming Lesson. www.osfamilies.org
yahoogroups osfamilies (408) 996-0858
Autism Society of America - San Francisco Bay Area Chapter 650-637-7772 http://sfautismsociety.virtualave.net Belmont, CA 94002 Joint meetings with Parents Helping Parents (PHP) & PARCA. PARCA In San Mateo County new group forming for Parents of Children with Autism
Through the Looking Glass Berkeley, CA 94710,(510) 848-1112; 1-800-644-2666 Research, training, and counseling services for families in which a child, parent or grandparent has a disability or medical issue.
CARE Parent Network Martinez, CA (925) 313-0999 www.contracostaarc.com Providing resource and referral information, parent support, and parent education to families of children with disabilities
Physical Therapy:Dr. Asha Baja (Physical Therapist) Walnut Creek, CA 94598, 925-935-4866
Julie Freschi (Physical Therapist, with sensory integration training, also offers hippotherapy) Julie is our therapist - we love her! She is great with kids and very caring Palo Alto
Westcott PT
Playdates – facilitatedMaisie Soetantyo
I learned a lot about playdate facilitation from Barbara Kalmanson, who is also a psychologist though floortime focus and also farther away from here :-) RDI has much in common and Maisie is also very knowledgeable - I've attended her presentations and recommended her to others who were happy with the results. RDIMaisie Soetantyo CATCh (Comprehensive Autism Treatment for Children) Sunnyvale, CA 94086, 408.245.2100 Maise and her husband Peter offer a great team approach to RDI coaching Highly recommended
Karen Glass, OTR/L http://www.stairwaytofriendship.com/ Stairway to Friendship Therapy Services Sunnyvale , CA 94087, 408.910.8182
Reading, spelling, comprehending
Educational Consultant http://victoriamoos.ws/
tutoring and consultation from special ed teachers with heart and experience http://www.lblp.com/ Info: Programs for individuals with learning difficulties LiPPS therapy in particular made a huge difference for our son. He is now a reader!
Linda Mood Bell Tutor: (Specialized in instruction for learning disabilities) Shannon Jenkins Walnut Creek, CA 94598, 925-952-4724
The Reading Clinic
Active Reading Clinic employs Reading Revolution's kinesthetic approach http://www.iser.com/arc.html http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=1360 Walnut Creek, CA 94596, (925) 944-5559
Lars Guthrie tutor, learning specialist
Fast Forward and Vibrant Brains offered for teens (12
+)
Respite CareRaji House Regional Center for the East Bay Oakland, CA 94621, 510-383-1214 Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act guides all CA Regional Centers. To acquire a copy of this Act on line visit: http://www.dds.ca.gov
Regional Center of the East Bay Clients Rights Advocate: 510-383-1200. This service provides free consultation to RCEB clients to address RCEB client issues.
Intro to California’s Regional Centers http://www.dds.cahwnet.gov/RC/RCInfo.cfm and the 0-3 early start program in California http://www.dds.cahwnet.gov/EarlyStart/ESQuestionAnswers.cfm
Lists most of the autism-related Regional Center vendors,
mostly but not all Silicon Valley based.
Golden Gate Regional Center, (415) 546-9222 (San Mateo, San Francisco, and Marin Counties) You can request “respite” care…also a social worker who will visit your house and talk with you on the phone. And services like speech and OT paid for by GGRC if your child’s special need qualifies. Especially if your child is under 3 years. Over 3 years the requirements to qualify are more stringent.
San Andreas Regional Center serves the counties of Monterey, San Benito, Santa Clara, and Santa Cruz. Campbell, CA 95008, (408) 374-9960
Easter Seals Bay Area Oakland, CA 94612, (510) 835-2131, ext. 126, www.eastersealsbayarea.org
Schools - Special Needs:
Mid-Peninsula Christian Academy.for children who have mild to moderate to some severe (depending on the need) learning differences traditional methods (lecture, note taking, etc.) and multi-sensory approach. Class sizes are 10:1(teacher). Orion Academy - high school east bay
Achieve (formerly PCC/Zonta), Palo Alto, (650) 494-1200, San Jose, (408) 857-6560 (Special education for individuals with developmental, emotional, behavioral and learning handicaps, age 2 1/2 to 22)
Hope Technology School Info: Inclusion based school – currently preK-4, overall school ratio is over 50% typical School has an excellent reputation – 3 plus list members kids attend and recommend. Palo Alto
Charles Armstrong School Belmont, 650/592-7570 Specializing in education for dyslexic learners grades 1 - 8 http://www.charlesarmstrong.org/
The Springstone School Concord, CA, 510-466-5405 independent middle school for students with Asperger's Syndrome and Non-Verbal Learning Disabilities.
Jean Weingarten Peninsula Oral School for the Deaf http://www.oraldeafed.org/schools/jwposd/ Redwood City , 650/365-7500 to meet the educational and developmental needs of hearing impaired children
Arbor Bay School www.allsinc.com preschool to 6th grade ALLS is geared specifically for kids with autism/developmental/speech issues. As of Fall 2003, Arbor Bay School elementary has 2 classes, each with 6 kids. One class is grades 1-3; the other is grades 4-6. Unlike the preschool and kindergarten classes that are taught by speech pathologists, these classes are taught by credentialed teachers because curriculum is more important with older kids. It's a beautiful, new facility but it has a bit of an office feel.Another parent is very happy with they child's teacher there. Redwood City, CA, 650-631-9999
The Children's Health Council 650-322-3065 school and group classes http://www.chconline.org/ab_con.htm
Kitty Petty ADD/LD Institute 650-329-9443
Sand Castle Academy Campbell, CA 95008, 408-873-1558 http://www.sandcastleacademysv.org for children who are experiencing communication difficulties or learning differences. incorporates speech and occupational therapy into the daily curriculum. multi-sensory approach
Russell Bede School http://www.russellbedeschool.com/ San Mateo, 650/579-4400 for students grade 2 - 6 with communication, speech, or language difficulties
Stanbridge Academy http://www.stanbridgeacademy.org/ San Mateo 650/375-5860 Specializes in children with learning differences
(K-12)
The Bridge School Hillsborough 650/696-7295 Specializes in serving motor, sensory, and speech impaired students
Wings Learning Center http://www.wingslearningcenter.org/ San Mateo 650/342-8753 school for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
DIR/Floortime school Oak Hill School Sausalito CA, 415-331-7601
Spectrum Center: Special needs schools – several bay area locations, Oakland, Concord, Pittsburg, San Pablo, Suisun, CA, Berkeley, 510-845-1321, 510-729-6384
STARS School: (Elementary School) Walnut Creek, CA, 925-210-9370 http://www.behavioranalysts.com online classes too, verbal behavior, see Behavioral section
Raskob Learning Institute (Middle School), Full academic program for children in grades 4-8 with learning disabilities or academic difficulties http://www.iser.com/RASKOB.html Oakland, CA 94610, 510-436-1275
Children's Learning Center (two schools) Alameda, CA http://www.clcalameda.com
The Morgan Center (K-8) Santa Clara, CA, 408-241-8161
The Springstone School (Middle School) Concord, CA 925-825-0965
The Orion Academy (high school) Moraga, CA, 925-377-0789
Cornerstone Therapeutic Preschool http://www.cphc-sf.org/cornerstone.shtml special education, early childhood education & psychotherapy to children ages 2y9m to 7y with emotional disturbance and/or autistic spectrum disorders and is a California-certified nonpublic school (NPS) San Francisco, CA 94115, 415.474.1955
San Francisco Hearing & Speech Center San Francisco, CA 94115 Tel: (415) 921-7658 Private, non-profit. audiologic/speech/language evaluations and therapy. Non-public school for hearing/language handicapped children.
PACE www.pacificautism.org Sonrise Academy Sarah Sonrise Santa Cruz, California (831) 469-8576, Sonrise Academy welcomes children with special needs to our preschool and quality afterschoool care programs. We also provide evening support for adults, advocacy and educational therapy. Spectrum Center Schools operates six certified nonpublic schools which are situated in the cities of Oakland, Concord, San Pablo, Fairfield, Pittsburg and Union City, California. In addition, Spectrum Center Schools operates a WorkAbility I vocational program and several collaborative classrooms in the San Francisco Bay Area. We also participate in local and national workshops, conferences and seminars. Several of our staff members are published researchers in the fields of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), Autism and special education.
http://www.smfc.k12.ca.us/ san mateo foster city special education 650 312-7777 ext 7783
http://www.smcoe.k12.ca.us/specialed/index.html San Mateo County SELPA
http://www.smcoe.k12.ca.us/msd/do/staff.htm Millbrae special education 650 697-4275
Social-cognitive classrooms at Vargas public school in Sunnyvale
Cupertino school district – all SDC classrooms, including social-cognitive http://cupertino.ca.campusgrid.net/home/Instruction/ select pupil services-special ed, then select special school site programs
Schools- “Inclusive” (schools that are supportive of both typical and special needs kids in the same classroom):
Hope Technology Schoolwww.hopetech.org overall school ratio is approx half or more typical kids This is an amazing, wonderful school. If your child is ready for inclusion in a small group setting, I highly recommend looking at this school. All the other parents and kids I've talked with love the school. Palo Alto www.fusionacademy.com
Synapse Institute Early Learners Preschool
www.littlekingdom.net
C.A.R. in Palo Alto, which provides early intervention
services is opening a new
Tulane Montessori Children's House in San Mateo
(342-0447). choice of younger preschool kids in the larger classroom and the
kids entering K and 1st grade in the smaller classroom. They teach a general
theme (astronomy, sea life, etc.) and also have fun activities, crafts, and
music. There's academic time each day for language arts, math, etc. using
Montessori materials. One mom explains that The director, Mrs. Maureen Monte
was always supportive of families with special needs. Parents always welcome to
observe and bring in outside resources for observation and consultation. San Francisco, CA 94124, (415) 821-7550 Fully integrated preschool program. Teams consisting of classroom teachers and specialists provide special group and individual activities for children falling below developmental age norms. Also provides an extended day program for SFUSD students with disabilities. "...Young 5's class at the PJCC (transitional K) in Foster City. It's private, but every year they have 1-2 kids in that class from our population, so they're very experienced with our kids." (Peninsula Jewish Community Center) Seabreeze in Foster City has a transitional K and some
experience with Autistic kids/dev delay Cipriani Elementary.(public school in San Mateo?) -
parent of a child mainstreamed at Cipriani since Kindergarten with a part-time
aide shares "Kindergarten teacher Mrs. Myres is one of the finest teachers
on the planet in my opinion. " Another mom seconded that!
www.serendipityschool.com a friend has her dev delayed child there since K and is happy with the program
The schools below are typical pre-schools but have some
experience dealing with kids with autism. Note: many people had great
experiences with co-ops, but others cautioned that they are more challenging
because there are so many more people to educate about your situation.
UMC Co-op Nursery School in Burlingame The 18 mo old class is 1 day a week and you stay w/ your
child. You have a station but it's very flexible. Starting at 2 years,
it's 2 days per week - 1 working in the classroom and the other is drop off.
Some children there that register for the younger class due to separation
issues.
Little Wonders coop
Little Hands coop
Bunker Hill coop
Milbrae Nursery School coop
Edison Montessorri (said on the phone they would be OK with an aide, and a non potty trained 3 year old).
Kindercourt in San Carlos (OK with an aide, and a non potty trained 3 year old)
Hoover (Milbrae one was recommended by one parent of a special needs child)
Happy Halls
Curious Kids preschool San Mateo, CA, (650) 570-5615 LInda Miron, Owner/Director, special needs experience Recommended by a behavioral consultant as a potentially good inclusive preschool
Peninsula Jewish Community Center - Foster City location may more flexible with special needs kids (but 3 year olds should be potty trained) Los Altos United Methodist Church 941-5411 nice program, waitlist Children's House of Los Altos 968-9052 Small room, open to special needs with shadow aide but requires interview with director Children's Corner, Los Altos 948-8950 both AM (20 kids) & PM (15 kids; 2:12 teacher-child ratio) classes Montecito School, Los Altos Thistle Garden in Redwood City (preschool) director's name is Sandi McCreadie. 650 368-5016 One parent shared that they seemed very warm and caring... Mountain View Parent Nursery School 969-9506 play-oriented; experienced with special needs who've had shadow aides.
Here is a helpful site and message board for reading and asking about private bay area schools http://www.baprivateschools.com
San Francisco School District interesting FAQs on inclusion and aides http://www.sfusd.k12.ca.us/dept/sped/forms/faqInc.html
Sensory Integration:
Developmental Pathways (see contact info in speech and OT
section) Cupertino, CA, 408-865-1365 Occupational Therapy Clinc: Specializing in the sensory and motor needs of children. www.DevelopmentIsChildsPlay.com
Shadow aide – paraprofessionals
Merritt College 510/436-2596, Oakland, CA 94619 San Francisco College, San Francisco, CA 94117, 415/239-3172 x3 Mission College, Santa Clara, CA 95054-1897, 408/855-5176 Ohlone College, Fremont, CA 94539, 510/659-6047 DeAnza College, Cupertino, CA 95014, 408/864-8215
Local colleges and universities in California offer accredited education specialist programs with an area of specialization in Early Childhood Special Education Mills College, Oakland, CA 94613, 510/430-2255, www.mills.edu California State University, Hayward, Hayward, CA 94542, 510/885-3000, www.csuhayward.edu San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA 94132, 415/338-6353, www.sfsu.edu San Jose State University, San Jose, CA 95192, 408/924-3700, www.sjsu.edu Santa Clara University, Santa Clara, CA 95053, 408/554-4119, www.scu.edu
Foothill College - special ed classes - www.foothill.edu
Social skills and Social cognitive
Durdach, Paula 650-306-9277 Redwood City, CA Program Description: Social skills for kids with LD, ADD, ADHD. On-going psychotherapy group. Social Skills, self-esteem, assertiveness, anger management, relaxation techniques, self-advocacy. Grouped according to age. Saturday sessions. Parent support groups.
Michelle Garcia Winner's support group (see contact info
in the Speech area). One parent said: My son definitely benefited from
attending weekly group sessions at Michelle Garcia Winner's office in San Jose.
...I saw a huge growth in his ability to make (and keep) friends. CHC (see contact info in the Speech area)
See Floortime section
RDI certified (see RDI section)
Developmental pathways (see speech., ot section) highly
recommended for integrated play groups with typical peers
Search on integrated play groups on this web page for more resources
Friendship Club; Sandie Frawley, Ed.D San Ramon, CA 925-846-2413
Peninsula Associates 650-349-8717 Speech, language and learning services in several categories. Summer camps, play groups San Mateo/Menlo Park
Autism Institute on Peer Relations and Play: Dr. Pamela Wolfberg, Ph.D San Francisco, CA, 415-753-5669 http://www.autisminstitute.com Focus; integrated play group
See the Schools section for schools with a social cognitive focus
Dr. Maria Antoniadis, Ph.D. Social skills groups Berkeley, CA , 510-540-5389
Dr. Bernadette Evans-Smith, Ph.D. Social Skills Groups Oakland, CA, 510-865-9202, 510-873-0500
Emily Rubin SCERTS program (social communication, emotional
regulation, transactional support).
Speech, OT, or integrated play:
Kim Scott, M.S., CCC-SLP
Peninsula Associates 650-349-8717 Speech, language and learning services in several categories. Summer camps, play groups San Mateo/Menlo Park
Mills Peninsula Pediatric Rehabilitation (650) 696-4926 (note: fax is 696-4453) Speech, OT, and cotreat speech/OT, “Fitting in” and “Handwriting without tears” groups San Mateo, CA. Wow, they raised their rates to $240 an hour as of May 2003. Ideal if some one else will pay (ie GGRC, school district, or insurance). Lara Martinez MS CCC-SLP Pediatric Speech pathologist (650) 696-4522
Associated Learning and Language Specialists 650-631-9999 Language difficulties and problems addressed. Redwood Shores, ca
http://www.burlingamescottishrite.org/center.htm (I think it’s free if you get in) San Francisco-Burlingame Scottish Rite Center for Childhood Language Disorders Specific Reading Disability/Dyslexia, Speech and Language Disorders San Francisco, CA, (415) 664-4646
San Jose Scottish Rite Childhood Language Disorders Clinic (I think it’s free if you get in) San Jose, CA, (408) 448-4357
Scottish Rite Clinic for Childhood Language Disorders Scottish Rite Temple (I think it’s free if you get in) Oakland, CA , (510) 839-1513
Center for Communication Disorders at SJSU San Jose, CA, 408-924-3688, http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=235 Speech and Language and Hearing Therapy. We are staffed
by students that are supervised. Hours vary but usually, Monday thru Thursday,
9am - 7pm. September thru December and February thru May limited services.
Available in the summer.
Hamaguchi & Associates http://www.hamaguchiandassociates.com Cupertino, CA 95014, 408-366-1098, pediatric speech-language therapy Including: Oral-motor, Dyspraxia, Autism/PDD, Auditory processing (including Central Auditory Processing Disorders) CAPD. Hamaguchi is the author of the book, Childhood Speech, Language, and Listening Problems: What Every Parent Should Know. And she created two programs related to Metacognitive Programs for Treating Auditory Processing Disorders in the Classroom.
Innovative Therapy Services - Pediatric Speech and Language San Jose, CA 95128, 408-241-2229, speech/language therapy Including: Oral motor
Feeding Saratoga Instruction and Diagnostic Center
Marian S. Tabuchi, MA, OTR San Jose, Ca, see “auditory” section for details
Michelle Selber, MOT, OTR San Jose, CA 95128, 408-247-6634 Occupational therapy services provided predominately in the home, in addition to a school site when appropriate. Specialization in interdisciplinary collaboration on comprehensive, individualized ABA behavioral programs. Interventions combine the latest in traditional and nontraditional approaches to address fine motor and gross motor coordination, sensory processing, oral motor functioning, brain integration, and optimal attention or arousal concerns. These services may complement already existing therapy services by developing a sensory diet in the home setting. Parent and tutor training are a large focus of the program
Speech San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 563-6541 Pediatric speech, language and pragmatic skill remediation. Provides individual treatment plans, 1:1 data based therapy sessions with 3 month goal periods. Coordination with other professionals on child's team.
St. Luke’s Hospital San Francisco, CA 94110 Early intervention services, providing speech, occupational and physical therapies on a one-to-one basis for children 0-3 who are developmentally delayed or at risk for delay. For information about speech therapy: (415) 641-6720. For information about occupational and physical therapy: (415) 641-6604.
San Francisco Hearing & Speech Center San Francisco, CA 94115, (415) 921-7658 Private, non-profit hearing and speech facility. Offers a full range of audiologic/speech/ language evaluations and therapy. Non-public school for hearing/language handicapped children
Wings integrated play groups, and speech therapy http://wingslearningcenter.org/index.html
OT 4 Kids, Patricia Volpe Belmont Sensory integration
Developmental Pathways integrated play groups and OT, speech, summer camps One parent writes: The play groups are run by Becky Berry and Glenda Fuge, who travel the country teaching....they train ALLS, school districts, etc. They are fabulous, as are the speech pathologists, Lisa Greene and Diana Smith. Becky and Glenda have self-published a book about play groups and sensory integration with wonderful illustrations (photos of children in the activities being illustrated), see their website. Their OTs may also work privately with clients in their homes. 452 Grand Street, Redwood City 366-0486 http://www.developmentalpathways.com
Leslie Davis, OT 650 868-2683 (also teaches at Developmental Pathways)
OT's - Development is Child's Play - Cupertino- 408-865-1365
www.thelighthouseproject.com wonderful site
San Jose, CA, 408-271-0800, Speech, OT, PT, family and individual counseling. "Sensory Play And Communication Experiences"
(SPACE) for 2-4 year olds in a group
Kathy Christianson OT (415) 385-0144 Works at Communigatepath, but may also work
privately
Myra Kramer, SLP Works at Communigatepath, but may also work privately, call Communigatepath for contact info
Mid-Peninsula Speech and Language, Palo Alto, (650) 321-8111 Speech and Language Therapy
Kelli Takushi-Geyrozaga, M.S., CCC-SLP Foster City, (650) 357-1159, speech therapy some mornings and also 2x a week small language preschool (Slingerland) class, and Social Skills Group for children 4-5 years old for HFA and Asperger's. Lots of speech homework (worksheets) and parent communication. Also works at CHC.
Hope Technology School overall school ratio is 50% typical kids OT. SLP, Sensory Integration therapy, Integrated Playgroups, PT Wonderful PT, great “homework” to extend the therapy. School has a fantastic reputation. We love it! and we love the therapists.
CHC Palo Alto Speech and Language Therapy and Autism evaluation/diagnosis, and school Children's Health Council has an intake process. You talk to the intake person and they help determine what type of evaluations should take place depending on age and issues: http://www.chconline.org/ab_con.htm
Institute of Language & Phonology Offers assessments and clinical speech therapy for children with speech impediments and disorders. San Francisco, CA 94105, (800)526-4824
Michelle Garcia Winner CCC-SLP Integrated play groups, social thinking products San Jose, CA, 408-557-8595
Pamela Wolfberg , leader in integrated play model: www.autisminstitute.com Autism Institute on Peer Relations and Play: Dr. Pamela Wolfberg, Ph.D San Francisco, CA, 415-753-5669, Focus; integrated play group
Child Development Center at California Pacific Medical Center in S.F
Lydia MacKay MA, CCC-SLP Albany, CA, 510-295-8423 http://www.bayareaasresource.org/local_support.html
The Speech Pathology Group: Walnut Creek, CA, 925-945-1474 http://www.bayareaasresource.org/local_support.html
The Center for Speech, Language and Occupational Therapy (CSLOT) Clinics in Los Altos, Fremont, San Jose, Pleasanton Fastforward, SOCIAL-PRAGMATIC SKILLS GROUP 9-12, Clinic to diagnose Autism etc, Hanen Program,
Happy Talkers Speech and Music and preschool Pleasanton, CA 925-600-0925
Nancy McGhee, OTR (PEP: Perceptual Enrichment Program) Pleasanton, CA, 925-484-9749 http://www.bayareaasresource.org/local_support.html
Elizabeth Isono MS OTR Orinda, CA 925-258-9935, 510-717-1300 http://www.bayareaasresource.org/local_support.html
Learning on the Move: Kendra Convery, MS, OTR Livermore, CA, 925-373-8900
Therapy Links for Children Pleasant Hill, CA 925-933-5870 http://www.bayareaasresource.org/local_support.html
Development Is Child's Play! Cupertino, CA, 408-865-1365 Occupational Therapy Clinc: Specializing in the sensory and motor needs of children. www.DevelopmentIsChildsPlay.com
Children's Therapy Center Gilroy, CA, 408-842-1121 Occupational Therapy, Sensory Integration Certified, Oral Motor/Feeding http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=30
Coastside Pediatric Therapy Center Half Moon Bay, CA, 650-560-9428, 650-560-9470 Speech and OT http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=2910
SpiritualGod has made a huge difference in our lives. Daily prayer and time reading the bible are keys to a relationship with God that in turn will give you faith, hope, and healing. Ap store www.biblegateway.com Searchable, online bible www.childrenofdestiny.org Daily scripture for special needs families www.bacc.cc Bay Area Christian Church
And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out his love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom he has given us. Romans 5:5, NIV
Summer camp and After school programs - all kids, but open to special needsSchool of Imagination in Dublin - one parent shares that
it is a really a great inclusion school with day care option and other
therapies too. TechKnowHow
Many of the social thinking skills places offer summer camp like sessions, and this year The Reading Clinic is also offering
Camp Galileo recommended by many SNK parents whose kids were mainstreamed at least part of the school day
Summer Camp and AFTER school programs- Special needs:
The Talking Playhouse, A Place for Social Learning
Quest Camp (summer & after school programs for ASD kids) Dr. Bob Field, Ph.D. San Ramon, CA, 925-743-1370 http://www.questcamps.com
summer camps - at most large OT or SLP clinics (Michelle Garcia Winner, The Lighthouse Project, etc.) see the SLP and OT section
Camp Krem - www.campingunlimited.com
Berkeley area http://www.oski.org/html/scra_sst.htm for special needs Strawberry Canyon Recreation Area - Social Skills Track Camp 2004 Strawberry Canyon Blue Camp is running a one-of-a-kind social skills camp for children with Nonverbal Learning Disabilities, High Functioning Autism, Aspergers Syndrome, and children with similar social skills deficits.
Peninsula Associates 650-349-8717 Speech, language and learning services in several categories. Summer camps, play groups San Mateo/Menlo Park
Developmental Pathways integrated play groups and OT, speech, summer camps see the SLP and OT section http://www.developmentalpathways.com
Kitty Petty ADD/LD Institute Palo Alto (650) 329-9443 See description in Other section
Creative Learning Center, NPA, NPS Los Altos Hills, 94022 www.clcsped.com CLC is offering week long summer camps this year at
the Bullis site in Los Altos Hills for children with ASD and other related
disorders, ages preschool through 10 years.
YMCA summer camp?
Camp lots a fun www.camplotsafun.com Nevada can be vendored through Regional Center. Ability First Sports Camp (Chico) Berkeley Tuolumne Family Camp, (near Yosemite National
Park). For SSU BIKE AND SWIM CAMP Strawberry Canyon Recreation Area - Social Skills Track
Camp Monterey Bay Horsemanship & Therapeutic Center Organization of Special Needs Families for children with Asperger's and HFA, for children that
are gifted and talented, and for children who are simply bored and
disillusioned with regular school. Thinking, reasoningLindamood-Bell Learning Processes (see entries in Reading section)
Floortime (see floortime section)
Search on cognitive within this page or document
Tutoring and Shadow aidesMorrissey Compton Educational Center 650-322-5910 http://fr.macweb.com/site2/1023067?GetRecord=1072.0 educational evaluations for students in school (elementary, high school, college) and other young adults with educational concerns. The Center offers tutoring to elementary and secondary students in basic academic subjects as well as strategies for learning.
http://www.learningenhancementcenter.com/ Pacifica, California (650) 557-0230 one on one cognitive training with clients aged 7 to adult. We feature PACE and Master the Code programs Julie Tucker is the Director and Owner of The Learning
Enhancement Center
Dewilde, Lisa -- Tutor Los Gatos, CA, 408-866-0327 Using Orton-Gillingham multi-sensory approach to gaining independence in reading, writing,and spelling.
Find a tutor for dyslexia http://www.dys-add.com/backiss.html#hiretutor
Educational Bridges Doug Killin (Director) San Jose, CA, (408) 929-1515 http://www.educationalbridges.com Educational Bridges provides Educational Consulting, Counseling, Therapy and Tutoring to the children of the Bay Area. Located in San Jose, Ed Bridges offers one on one sessions to students of all ages as well as classes in study skills and SAT preparation. While all students could benefit from our programs, we specialize in working with students who my be struggling with Leaning Disabilities such a Dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning differences.
A Closer Look – a learning center Santa Clara, CA, 408-496-1660 Judith Stubbs, L.H., is an educational therapist and liason advocate who works with individuals who exhibit learning disabilities, differences or problems. She is also the director of the learning center, A Closer Look, where the diagnostic testing and prescriptive follow-up prescriptive teaching is done.
Ability Resource Center http://www.abilityresourcecenter.com Berkeley, CA Launch Program - Eight week program that promotes self-knowledge, self esteem and skill development for 11 & 12 year olds with learning and attentional differences X-Treme Team Program - Designed for 13-15 Year olds. This program is similar to the Launch Program, and deals with study, organizational, social and time management skills Parent Support and Education Meeting - 2nd Sunday of the month
M. Denise Kaufman Special Educator Oakland, CA, (510) 763-3654 Experienced, and fully credentialed Special Ed teacher provides tutoring services in your home and assists homeschooling parents with selection and implementation of curriculum.
Barbara Arnold San Mateo MA in Special Ed, and both general and special ed teaching credentials, Singerland, Lindamood Bell, 650 356 0224
Saratoga Instruction and Diagnostic Center
See the section on Reading Writing Math - my son has benefited very much from The Reading Clinic
Check with local high schools - my high schooler tutored a special needs boy after a request came via his school office. My husband is a math teacher and he tutors special needs kids too. Ask your local high school and middle schools for tutor lists or ideas of local tutors with experience w special needs Vacationswww.duderanchersassociation.com
Visual MotorLindamood-Bell Learning Processes (see entries in Reading section)
Occupational Therapy (see OT section)
Site that gives Brain Gym consultants: http://www.braingym.org/usa.html (Brain Gym is a specialized form of sensory integration for improving bilateral coordination, crossing the mid-line, etc.)
Visual / Vision
510-642-2020 Dr.'s Susan Kim & Ed Laubach O.D. (some ASD experience) Pleasanton, CA 94588, 925-463-7330, 925-463-7337
Special Visual Assessment Clinic for the Handicapped (SVACH) Optometric Eye Center University of California, 200 Minor Hall Berkeley, CA, (510) 642-2020 Specialized visual examination/assessment, including pediatrics
Spectrum Eye Physicians Los Gatos, CA, 408-354-9510 http://www.php.com/agency/oneDetail.php?AgencyID=1576 Visual acuity assessment-diagnosis and treatment of amblyopia sensory-motor evaluations (fusion, depth perception) ocular motility examination-diagnosis and treatment of strabismus dyslexia referral. Accommodation anomolies diagnoses and treated convergence problems diagnosed and treated double vision problems diagnosed and treated.
Vision therapy (and evaluation for same): Bradford Murray
OD, San Jose, 408-445-2020 Developmental Spectrums Hong & Stasko Optometry Dr. Robert S. Christensen
Sites for finding developmental or behavioral optometrists and vision therapy: http://www.covd.org/membersearch.php http://www.nora.cc/locater/index.html http://www.healthy.net/oep/OEPSearch.htm http://www.optometrists.org/eye_doctors.html
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