As director of a pediatric therapy clinic in Manhattan, I have committed to offering support to our community, through monthly seminars and providing information on updated news and events that impact the children and families we work with.   Please visit us at www.ctdtherapy.com for further information

The mission of UWS/QSEPC is to promote in the community and school system attitudes and practices that are inclusive to persons with disabilities, who are culturally and linguistically responsive to diversity. Ensuring that parents are knowledgeable of their rights and responsibilities under the Individuals with Disability Education Act “(IDEA”) and other statutes and regulations. If you have a child living with special needs in Queens, NY, we welcome you to join us today! If you have a speci …

Meet other local moms of children with Special Needs(2-4 of age) in South Bergen. We would like to get together to help each other,share experiences,socialize and have fun with our kids. Please consider joining us no matter the diagnosis. We should keep in mind that there are many children with special needs and we are not alone. This group will help us in our efforts and should be a great source and support

This group is a group aimed to empower parents of special needs children. We will aim to eventually become a non-profit organization and get funding and grants to be able to give our members salaries. Funding will be available to provide needed resources for our children. Our interests are helping the parents to survive stress, emotional burnout, financial burnout, to empower them to fight for their children in educational, health and social settings. To lift the parents out of despair and despe …

if you live in the new york city area and are the proud parent (or sibling, or grandparent) of a child with mild or moderate cerebral palsy, then this group is for you! children of all ages welcome, but will focus on ages 2-10 for now. Let us empower each other and support one another in this lifetime of challenges for our children.  Together we can help strengthen our families who have loved ones with Cerebral Palsy.  We can make a difference for our children and their future.       

For our 'Tween age children (very roughly ages 8-14) whose lives are affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders (Asperger Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder-NOS, High Functioning Autism), and Nonverbal Learning Disabilities with ongoing, regularly scheduled activities that offer them the opportunity to interact and socialize with their peers.

As a psychotherapist and parenting coach for children and teens with Aspergers, I've noticed that there aren't enough ways for parents to connect with one another, and get the expert support they need. The purpose of this group is to empower parents of children with Aspergers, NVLD and other Executive Functioning concerns to get the support they need, a community of like minded parents, and the guidance of an expert. If you are interested in connecting with other parents, guidance in the CSE pro …

This group is about enriching the lives of children with autism by educating the parents of these children giving them the tools needed to raise a child with autism. We achieve this goal by allowing parents to meet with and discuss experiences and concerns as well as share resources. We also achieve this goal by offering monthly meetings on the 3rd Thursday of the month from September to June at 7:00 pm. At the meetings we receive information from a different speaker each month who is a profess …

Created by CareGivers for CareGivers of individuals with special needs, developmental disabilities and/or on the autism spectrum. We are natural givers, but struggle to find the time to receive the care we need. Meet other CareGivers in a relaxing and friendly environment, and re-energize through breathing, gentle yoga stretches, relaxation techniques, meditation and massage. Receive the support you need, so you can be all you need to be for your loved ones! We are here for you! GROUP RUNS WEEKL …

Special Education Community Our Community is made up of Parents, Educators, Caregivers and Students who want to share best practices, network, talk, share stories, and lend support to each other through the sharing of information. The group meets regularly. Anyone is welcome to attend these informative meetings which provide opportunities to: • hear from speakers • learn about resources in the community • network with other parents • keep updated on issues affecting children with special need …

Meet other parents of children with special needs, regardless of diagnosis and age. Come to network with other caregivers and professionals. There's time for Q&A and we set up What's new this season is that our group meets TWICE on the 1st Wednesday of every month. We have both an AM session at 10:00 and a PM session at 6:30 at Fordham University. (In the case of a holiday, we will choose a different day so please check our calendar!) DIRECTIONS TO FORDHAM UNIVERSITY ROSE HILL CAMPUS: by subway …

This group was created with the intention of bringing together those who want to make a difference in the lives of young individuals with disabilities. We are a 501c3 non profit organization that relies 100% on donations and the selfless help of local volunteers. Join us for fundraising events, help us with bedroom makeovers, help us raise funds and meet other like-minded individuals with a passion for helping others.

      Welcome to the Queens Autism Meetup Group! The sister site of the Queens County Parents Autism Coalition, Inc. (QCPAC) To learn more about QCPAC please visit: www.qcpac.org   You can also join the Queens Autism Meetup Group for resources.   Click "Join us" in the upper right hand corner.        

We represent Love and Water Designs (www.loveandwaterdesigns.com) and want to band together and sponsor fun, creative, exciting projects in the name of, and for the benefit of inspiring non-profits and charities. We imagine kickball tournaments, sidewalk chalk festivals, field days and bike parades (followed by a drink -or two- at a neighborhood watering hole) with a host of other creative engaged folks.

After graduating from college and starting a professional career in NYC, I though it would be great to meet up with other therapists who know what it's like to be in my shoes. A group where therapists with various levels of experience can get together and collaborate. A group to socialize and establish professional connections, build friendships and/or share clinical experiences. Each member can gain from this group whatever they so choose!

Are you Asian American with a heart for serving your community? Looking for volunteers to serve the Asian community in NYC? We will focus on helping nonprofits around our community and those that are international. In order to build up a passionate team, i will also post up activities and events so that we can socialize, get to know eachother. We will also be posting international missionary trips together. Please share your passion, bring your events and take a leadership role.  I welcome sugge …