Who Should Attend? children with Autism
Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and other social delays who would like the opportunity
to further develop social skills.
Adults who wish to improve their social skills should
participate
Groups and Times:
Group 1 Children Ages 3 – 6 Tuesdays 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Group 2 Children Ages 9 – 13 Tuesdays 6 – 7 p.m.
Group 3 Adults Over Age 20 Tuesdays 3 – 4 p.m.
How? - Small group sessions held at
Developmental & Disability Services of Lebanon Valley. The social
skill groups are planned and taught by Lebanon Valley College Professor and
licensed Speech-Language Pathologist, Michelle Scesa, M.A.CCC-SLP, with group
activities led by student volunteers.
What to Expect? Activities may include
role-playing, games and educational exercises to help children learn how to
navigate various social situations. Taking part in social skill groups
help children learn from their peers and increases their understanding of body
language and non-verbal cues.
Why? Social skills are the building
blocks for education and relationships. Many children and young adults struggle
to learn appropriate social skills. This can lead to bullying or difficulty
maintaining friendships. Positive social interactions increase self-esteem. It
is important for children to learn how to join a group, share materials and
wait for a turn. Friendships are built on communication which requires the
ability to initiate and maintain a conversation. Learning
to set personal boundaries and respect the personal space of others increases
self-advocacy and healthy assertiveness. Many of these skills are
best learned through small group sessions that are facilitated by a trained
specialist.
Cost? Sessions are free and will run
weekly throughout the fall until November 13th. A donation of $25 is
requested at enrollment.
To enroll call
DDS and/or complete the form on the website.
Social skills are the building blocks for education and relationships. Many children and young adults struggle to learn appropriate social skills. This can lead to bullying or difficulty maintaining friendships. Positive social interactions increase self-esteem. It is important for children to learn how to join a group, share materials and wait for a turn. Friendships are built on communication which requires the ability to initiate and maintain a conversation. Learning to set personal boundaries
and respect the personal space of others increases self-advocacy and healthy
assertiveness. Many of these skills are best learned through small
group sessions that are facilitated by a trained specialist.
Developmental & Disability
Services of Lebanon Valley (DDS) is a charitable 501 (c)3 organization with a
mission to empower children with developmental delays and persons with
disabilities to lead more productive, satisfying and/or independent lives. We
achieve our mission through training and education services. DDS has been
serving the Lebanon County residents since 1961, working with individuals from
birth and throughout their life time. For more information on DDS programs and
services visit our website at www.ddslebanon.org.
