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

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 over 110 years, Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens has been providing quality social services to the neighborhoods of Brooklyn and Queens, and currently offers nearly 180 programs and services for children, youth, adults, seniors, the developmentally disabled, and the mentally ill. Catholic Charities is also one of the largest faith-based providers of affordable housing in New York City, providing 3,700 units of housing for low-income seniors, families, and the formerly homeless, includi …

The mission of the Gramercy School Parents and Friends Group is to provide a community where parents and guardians of children enrolled at the YAI Gramercy School can connect with each other, share resources and find support. This is a private group and information shared will not be made public. In addition to this online forum, we hold regular get-togethers so parents can meet in person. Please join us at one of our playdates, morning coffees or evening happy hours. This group also helps coord …

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!

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 …

NOTE: CIRCLE CANCELLED Feb 16, 2013 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! W …

I am a speech-language pathologist currently working in a private special needs school in New York City. My experience has taught me that the greatest hope we have in helping children and teens with special needs is working together - parents, educators, therapists, siblings, doctors. Though we are all in this together, many often feel isolated. Many do not have enough information on how to navigate the day-to-day as well as the future ahead. Many feel overwhelmed with too much information. I am …

This is a support group for parents of children and teens with special needs. This group offers you a way to reduce your isolation and get support from other parents who understand the challenges and rewards of parenting a child with special needs.

This is a group for parents of children who are receiving some form of intervention (OT, PT, Speech, etc) and want a place to brainstorm and create fun activities that fit their unique lifestyle and interests but are still fulfilling their child's therapeutic needs. Ideally, it is a place where parents will share and learn how to do this on their own so that these necessary home activities are actually fun and interesting and a way for them to play together rather than become another burden of …

This is a group for mothers of children with autism or related developmental disorders to get together and share experiences, resources and strategies for their children and support each other through a shared experience which can sometimes be very isolating. We will have our first meeting as soon as we have sufficient interest - 10+ members. I look forward to helping parents connect. PS: Although we are called "Moms of..", Dads are very welcome to join us.

This group is for anyone who has a child with a rare syndrome. I started this group to network with other mothers or fathers to exchange feelings, concerns, issues, treatment options, etc. that our kids will or have faced. My child has Treacher Collins Syndrome and what I've found is that all of these rare syndromes link us together as parents. Our triumphs and challenges feel the same and with support, we can face whatever is thrown our way. Note ***Medical and other information posted on this …

We've established the Brooklyn branch of the Holistic Parenting community to provide North Brooklyn with a different type of parenting group, one which provides a safe space where you can gather as parents, be your authentic selves, and discuss your deepest parenting concerns. There are several fantastic play groups in Brooklyn, which provide a very valuable resource for parents in town. But, where can you go to discuss the questions that arise each and every day regarding raising your child? Th …

This group is designed for anyone who has a child with a Language Disorder. We finally have a support group in New York City! These Meet-ups are designed as lectures, with guest speakers and support staff. Each month we will bring in lectures in the field of developmental delays to give a presentation with Q and A sessions. Looking forward to meeting you all!

This is a support group for parents, caregivers, educators, coaches, etc who want to share and learn about raising boys to become men of character. Our meetups will cover boy related topics for all ages--from diapers to dating.This is fun learning inclusive environment We'll have discussions, events, book clubs, workshops and more centered around the health, education, mental/emotional and physical well-being, and personal development of boys. We will address concerns such as mental health and a …

This group is a play group and social club for families who have a baby, infant, or toddler from age 0 to 2 years old with special needs. Finding out your baby is special can be hard. It's a whole new world of doctors, Early intervention providers, meetings and IEPs. Lets not do this alone. We are hoping to meet once a week or as close as possible for play group with the the kids and monthly nights out just grown ups to decompress.