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"Loved the entertainment on the main stage"
"The variety of resources in the Expo this year was phenomenal" "We had a great time! We're already contemplating decorative strategies for next year... Lydia's Ladybugs - look out!" Liz Cooke - One Tough Cookie
"The family of a student I work with attended and had a GREAT time! They met folks at the Expo and collected lots of information for future reference. The kids activities were perfect-- they loved the face-painting and regular painting, in addition to the games area... We played lots of assisted soccer in the shade, with lots of laughs and screams of delight...:-) And thanks to Mother Nature for providing a lovely, cool day and no precipitation!" Jane MacNeela, MS, PT, RN
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A GREAT BIG
RUN, WALK & ROLL THANK YOU
TO ALL OF OUR SPONSORS
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UNC & REX HEALTHCARE
MARTIN & JONES PLCC
BIO-TECH
UNC PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS
PEDIATRIC THERAPY ASSOCIATES
CROWN HONDA OF SOUTHPOINT
KIRBY & HOLT LLC
LEVEL FOUR ORTHOTICS & PROSTHETICS
MR. JAMES DOLAN
JET BLUE AIRLINES
EARTH FARE
FLEET FEET RALEIGH
CAPITOL CITY SPEECH THERAPY
DEVELOPMENTAL THERAPY ASSOCIATES
ENABLING DEVICES
GREAT HARVEST BREAD
SUBWAY AT TIMBERLYNE
THE SCRAP EXCHANGE
BJ'S WHOLESALE CLUB
TRIANGLE CULLIGAN WATER
PFOTOGRAPHICS
DOUBLE EXPOSURE PHOTOGRAPHY
JIMMY V'S STEAKHOUSE & TAVERN
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THANK YOU
TO ALL OF OUR COMMUNITY EXPO PARTICIPANTS
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BIO-TECH
UNC PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS
PEDIATRIC THERAPY ASSOCIATES
ABILITATIONS
LEVEL FOUR ORTHOTICS & PROSTHETICS
ARTSTREAM EARTH FARE
SPECIAL CHILDREN. SPECIAL SUPPORT
STONE'S EDUCATION SUPERSTORE
ENABLING DEVICES
GREAT HARVEST BREAD
SOMEONE SPECIAL LIKE ME
THE SCRAP EXCHANGE
3 IRISH JEWELS FARM
TRIANGLE CULLIGAN WATER
TELAMON CORP. NC HEADSTART
SEAC - WAKE COUNTY
RELAY NC
THE MIRACLE LEAGUE OF THE TRIANGLE
RALEIGH THERAPY SERVICES
VAN PRODUCTS
CUTTER'S EDGE CONSULTING
CREATIVITY IN MOTION, LLC
ADVOCATE MEDICAL
ASPIRE RESEARCH, UNC
HELPING PAWS INTL
RALEIGH AMBUCS
LARRY TEW FINANCIAL
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A SPECIAL
THANK YOU
TO PENN HOLDERNESS
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A SPECIAL
THANK YOU
TO OUR EVENT CO-CHAIRS
CHRIS & MELISSA HAYES
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THANK YOU
TO OUR PERFORMERS
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CREATIVITY IN MOTION, LLC
ABILITATIONS MUSIC THERAPY DEMO
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THANK YOU
TO ALL OF OUR AMAZING VOLUNTEERS
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June 8th, 2012
1:00-2:30PM
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FREE TelAbility/WATCH Multipoint Training:
Restoring Your Passion Through Self-Care, Client Engagement and Developing Your Support Networks, Part I
Please see complete article to the right for details
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June 22nd, 2012
1:00-2:30PM
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FREE TelAbility/WATCH Multipoint Training:
Restoring Your Passion Through Self-Care, Client Engagement and Developing Your Support Networks, Part II
Please see complete article to the right for details
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June 3rd, 2012
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Asheville.
Zipping for Autism is an event conceived by Jeff & Sheena Greiner and Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures to help fill the gap between financial resources available and the growing family needs for services. Teams of up to 10 people will raise a minimum of $790. For every team that raises $790 or more, Asheville Zipline Canopy Adventures will donate a 2 hour zip line experience for that team! . Donations will be used in western NC for diagnostic services, advocacy, and respite care for children and their families. Go to zippingforautism.com for more information.
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June 9th, 2012
8:30am-12:15pm
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2012 Inclusion Symposium
White Rock Church, 3400 Fayetteville Rd, Durham.
The Inclusion Symposium is a
one-day training event that
aligns with our vision of creating communities in which all children and youth have equal access to the full range of educational and recreational opportunities available.Space is limited to 4 people from each child care center or recreational program.
Registration begins in April. Please call Jenna Tarleton at (919) 630-3178, or by email at jtarleton@communitypartnerships.o
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June 13th, 2012
9-11am
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FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK COFFEE CONNECTION
Coffee, tea, and connections the 2nd Wednesday of every month between the hours of 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Starbucks, 3800 Lake Boone Trail, Raleigh. You are welcome to come for part or all of the time.
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June 15th, 2012
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TOGETHER ON CENTER STAGE
Cary Players
Cary Players (www.caryplayers.org) will once again offer Together On Center Stage (TOCS), a unique program for individuals of all abilities and ages. TOCS provides a performing arts vehicle for each member of the group regardless of their level of experience or ability. This program promotes inclusion and is dedicated to developing social and performance skills, building self-esteem, discipline, responsibility, and positive values through the creative arts.
Don't miss the performance on June 15th at Hope Community Church, 821 Buck Jones Road, Raleigh. It is free for family and friends and the community, although they will have a donation box available for those who wish to give a gift toward this program. The venue seats between 200-300 people so there will be no reservations needed.
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June 16th, 2012
4-7pm
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ACCESS MINISTRY
Providence Baptist Church
FREE respite care for children (10 and younger)
It will include music, crafts, games, and pizza (or food from home, if your child cannot eat pizza). Every child - including siblings - will have a volunteer assigned as their one-on-one buddy for the evening for everyone's safety and enjoyment! Our team includes professionals from the fields of special education, nursing, and physical, speech, and occupational therapy, as well as volunteers who have completed disability ministry training led by our Access team. To begin registration, click on "Register for this event" under Respite Night here: http://www.pray.org/news--events/providence-kids.aspx You will also need to fill out a couple of paper forms, which you'll download during registration. You do NOT have to attend Providence to participate.
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June 16th, 2012
5-8pm
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SPECIAL BLESSINGS:
Summer Fun Family Luau
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June 18th, 2012
6-9pm
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TRIANGLE DOWN SYNDROME NETWORK
Mom's Night Out
Events at members homes ar potluck, so bring an appetizer, side dish, or dessert to share.
babies are always welcome!
Contact (919) 803-0515 or email
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June 19th, 2012
10:00am-12:30pm
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AUTISM SOCIETY OF NC
After the Diagnosis
Get Help, get Answers,
Get Going!
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June 19th, 2012
1:30-4:30pm
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AUTISM SOCIETY OF NC
Open Workshop: Enhancing Social Understanding
Location: 505 Oberlin Road, Raleigh.
Louise Buchholz-Southern, Board Certified Behavioral Analyst and former special education teacher, will demonstrate how to teach social understanding and perspective taking to individuals on the autism spectrum. The goal is to address the underlying meaning of the social concept and help the individual understand it. We will watch and discuss video clip examples; practice interactive exercises, which will promote creative thinking and facilitate fun! Teachers, professionals, parents and caregivers of adolescents and/or adults with high functioning autism or aspergers will benefit from this training.
Contact: Leica Anzaldo at lanzaldo@autismsociety-nc.org or (919) 865-5069, or register here
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June 20th, 2012
11:30am
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FAMILY SUPPORT NETWORK:
Parents Luncheon
Brixx, lcoated at 8511 Brier Creek Parkway in raleigh. Child care will not be provided. Please RSVP to Jodi by 6/19/2012 at (919) 662-4600, ext 257 or by email at jodi@familysupportonline.org
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June 21st, 2012
6-9pm
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TRIANGLE DOWN SYNDROME
D.A.D.S. Meeting
Topics vary from month to month.
Please contact the TDSN office at (919) 803-0515 to RSVP or get directions or for more information.
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June 26th, 2012
11:30am-10:00pm
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TRIANGLE DOWN SYNDROME NETWORK
Dine Out for Down Syndrome at Ruby Tuesday
Ruby Tuesday has invited TDSN to particpate in their GiveBack program in 2012 by hosting monthly Dine Out for Down Syndrome nights at their restaurants to benefit TDSN.
20% of your bill will be credited to the fundraiser if you present the flyer with the event code on it. These events will be held on the last Tuesday of each month except for December when it will be held on the 18th.
Please visit here to download the flyer
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FUN HAD BY ALL
AT THE 4th ANNUAL
RUN, WALK & ROLL!!!!
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THANK YOU
To everyone who sponsored, supported, volunteered and participated in the Run, Walk & Roll. From the picture perfect weather to the giggles and screams of childish delight heard across the lawn, it was a beautiful morning spent with a fun loving community of caring, compassion and dedication.
DUE TO THE AMAZING EFFORTS OF OUR FUNDRAISING TEAMS, WE AWARDED PRIZES TO THE TOP FIVE, AS FOLLOWS: FIRST PRIZE A Week at the Beach! Team Tristan Rockstar, with $4060.00 SECOND PRIZE
JetBlue Airline tickets Lydia's Ladybugs, with $3,563.00 THIRD PRIZE $200.00 Gift Certificate to Jimmy V's Steakhouse & Tavern One Tough Cooke with $2,500.00 FOURTH PRIZE $100.00 Gift Certificate to Jimmy V's Steakhouse & Tavern Johnny's Angels with $1,465.00 FIFTH PRIZE Ballet Tickets to the Nutcracker Kam Busters with $1,380.00
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TelAbility/WATCH Upcoming Free Multipoint Trainings... JUNE
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If you are not yet on our listserv, but wish to be added in order to keep informed about upcoming trainings and events, please email sorourke@med.unc.edu
Restoring Your Passion Through Self-Care, Client Engagement and Developing Your Support Networks, Part I
June 8th, 2012, 1:00-2:30pm
Presented by Barton and Megan Cutter
Each of us entered our field with passion and a deep commitment to enhancing the lives of children, youth and adults with disabilities. While we have an ongoing belief and dedication to our roles as therapists, educators, medical staff and family members that keep us striving to improve the lives of those with whom we work, often times our own care is overlooked. We find ourselves merging our client's needs with our own, struggling to distinguish where our responsibilities end and theirs begins, and burnt out from the continuous drive to contribute.
Part I will focus on the exploration of the client/professional (or family member) relationship, identify what our needs are vs. our client's or family member's, and discover perspectives that will empower both you and your client to maintain autonomy.
Participants will:
- Be able to identify healthy client relationships by understanding client and self as fully creative, resourceful, and whole.
- Understand their own needs vs. their clients and explore transference within the disability community.
- Be able to create and maintain healthy boundaries and distinguishing between compassion and empathy vs. investment in the outcome.
Restoring Your Passion Through Self-Care, Client Engagement and Developing Your Support Networks, Part II
June 22nd, 2012, 1:00-2:30pm
Presented by Barton and Megan Cutter
Part Two will focus on techniques to prevent burn out and stress, creating healthy boundaries to empower clients and staff alike, and identify the networks and relationships that support and replenish.
Participants will:
- Distinguish between the client's support network and their own as well as identify personal support networks, as a caregiver, service provider or family member.
- Discover tools to integrate healthy boundaries to empower clients, increase your own energy level while working with clients and avoid burn out.
- Learn self care techniques such as journaling, personal reflection and mindfulness, as well as the use of physical activities and personal hobbies.
Co-leaders Barton and Megan Cutter bring a unique perspective as an inter-ability married couple. Barton has cerebral palsy and uses a wheelchair. They work to empower youth, professionals and family members. As a coach and mentor, Barton Cutter works hand-in-hand with professionals in the disability arena to help them discover balance, avoid burnout and fatigue, and reinvigorate their passion through continually reconnecting with a deep sense of purpose. Barton's wife, Megan is a creative writing and expressions facilitator, supporting youth to tell their story, facilitate communications within a family unit and establish community support networks.
An invitation to register for these workshops will be sent out via the listserv when registration opens for Part II.
1.5 Infant Toddler credits will be awarded for each session.
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| Of Interest ... | | |
The listings below are intended for informational purposes only. TelAbility does not endorse any agency or organization.
Camp MusArt
Camp MusArt at 616 West Chatham in Apex is now taking registrations for full week campers all the way into July! Please remember to register early as the spaces are limited and filling up very fast!! They are very excited to be offering DOUBLE BASS to their program now. For more information please call (919) 267-5509 or visit the link above.
The Aspen Center - Upcoming Programs
www.aspencenter.net
The Apen Center is currently enrolling for:
Seedlings program which is a specialized preschool for children with Down syndrome.
2012-13 Building BLOCKS preschool school year
2012-13 Transitional K class
2012 summer camps
Capitol City Speech Therapy Summer Programs www.capitolcityspeechtherapy.com July 9-27 "Power Packed Vocabulary Development" for 3-5 yr. olds Tuesday/Wednesday/Friday from 12:15-2:30pm July 9-30 "Fun With Reading" for 2nd & 3rd graders Every Monday from July 9th-30th, 1pm-2pm
July 5-26 "Reading For Meaning" for 3-5 yr. olds Every Thursday from July 5th through 26th
MAGIC (Movement And Gestures Improve Communication) Upcoming 2012-2013 Preschool Program A total learning program for children ages 3-5 years old designed to enhance your child's social, emotional and intellectual growth . More information and pricing can be found by visiting their website (above) or by calling (919) 577-6807.
The Tammy Lynn Center
tammylynncenter.org
The Tammy Lynn Center announces the start of BUILDING BLOCKS PLAY GROUP which offers children 18mos-3years weekly opportunities to interact with other children of all abilities as they learn, practice, and strengthen play and social skills. Please call Robin Brooks at (919) 755-2688 for more information.
My Gym Fitness Center
will be offering a class for the special needs community! My Gym serves all ages and is very excited to begin this wonderful opportunity, as there are so few classes such as these in our area. There are employees with experience with the special needs population who work at the gym, which will help this class to be a great success for the children! Please email or call for more information.
My Gym: 9650 Strickland Road, Suite 100 Raleigh, NC 27615 919-847-8990
Jill Powell Summer Fun for Children with Special Needs
Jill Powell has been working with individuals with special needs for the past 11 years. She currently teaches a self-contained autistic class. She has worked with children and adults with special needs in a variety of recreational settings, including directing summer camps, teaching classes, chaperoning field trips and outings, and assisted with developing an inclusive playground design. She graduated from ECU with a BS in Health Education and has her teaching certificate in special education.
Get out of the house and have some fun! Join Jill for structured, social fun, while exploring new topics and skills. These classes are specially designed for participants with special needs.
****Please be aware that days and times vary from class to class.****
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The listings below are intended for informational purposes only. TelAbility does not endorse any agency or organization.
Born Learning
A 4 star child care facility located in Raleigh near Capitol Blvd. & Old Buffalo Rd.
Prem Sudersanam has her B-K license and has taught in the More At Four program and Head Start. She is very interested in inclusion and welcomes therapists who work with the children. She is registered to operate 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts. Her contact number is (919) 926-7513 email is sudersanamp@yahoo.com. She has openings during the day for both part time as well as full time children.
Art Therapy Institute (ATI)
ATI brings art therapy to people in the community where they are every day - in public schools, hospitals, and community programs. The Institute's mission is to enhance the outreach work they do as mental health clinicians and improve access to mental health services in the community. By approaching mental health issues globally and by sharing the healing components of the arts, the Institute provides support for many people and prevents more intensive interventions. The Institute brings art therapy to their clients instead of having clients come to them. This enables the Institute to provide art therapy to diverse populations, especially the under-served, in a myriad of settings. The Art Therapy Institute is located in Durham. To learn more please call (919) 381-6068, or visit their website here.
Does Your Child Have Dreams of Dancing?
Dancing can improve body awareness, increase self-esteem and flexibility, as well as promote healthy emotional expression and positive social interaction with peers.
Jennifer Pegram, a dancer since the age of 14 and certified Special Educator, is proud to offer private and semi-private dance classes to children with special needs in Cary and surrounding areas. Mrs. Pegram studied integrated dance with Verlezza Dance, a professional company located in Shaker Heights, Ohio, and uses her personal experience with Cerebral Palsy to bring dance opportunities to young people who might not otherwise have the chance to try. Enrollment is limited. For more information, please contact Jennifer at (919) 924-2659 or clevelandreams@aol.com. Academic tutoring is also offered.
Hope to see you in dance class!
National Collaborative on Workforce and Disability
http://www.ncwd-youth.info/guideposts
CWD/Youth is your source for information about employment and youth with disabilities. Their partners - experts in disability, education, employment, and workforce development - strive to ensure you will be provided with the highest quality, most relevant information available.
Guideposts for Success: Family Involvement & Supports
Wake County Cerebral Palsy Support Group
A way for parents to share, laugh, and cry with others who can identify with the daily joys and struggles by talking, using social media, and having family outings as needed.
The group is not limited to the diagnosis of CP. For more information, contact Shannon at (919) 610-9500 or by email at wakecpparents@gmail.com
Project Enlightenment
http://www.projectenlightenment.wcpss.net
Project Enlightenment offers a host of helpful resources and services for teachers and parents of young children birth through kindergarten. Come by and check out the resources in the Parent Teacher Resource Center (PTRC), call about their services (919-856-7774) or visit their website at www.projectenlightenment.wcpss.net.
You can access our library catalog from your computer. Just follow the simple directions listed below.
To access the Library Catalog:
1. Go to the Project Enlightenment website at www.projectenlightenment.wcpss.net
2. Look under Highlights.
3. Click on destiny.wcpss.net.
4. Select Project Enlightenment.
5. This will take you to our catalog.
6. You may search for any book.
Developmental Therapy Associates
http://developmentaltherapy.com/
DTA's website now as an "Ask a Therapist" section - If you have a question to ask of an Occupational or Speech Therapist, here is your chance!
DTA also has intensive therapy opportunities for year-round track out such as Handwriting Intensives, Articulation Boot Camp and Auditory Integration Training.
Please visit their website at the link above for more information.
Carolina Parent's 2011-12 Family Guide to Special Needs Resources in the Triangle...
Is now available online at:
Carolina Mobility & Seating http://www.carolinamobility.com/ Specializing in pediatric mobility and seating. Carolina Mobility and Seating serves Eastern and Central North Carolina. They supply manual and power wheelchairs, positioning strollers, seating and positioning systems, standing aids, walking aids, bath and toiletry, and many other items. They are also a certified repair center with professionally trained technicians and an extensive parts inventory. Building Bridges www.grayfamilychiropractic.com (919) 850-2440 Dr. Alisha Davis offers the Building Bridges program which combines specific chiropractic care, neurointegrative exercises and nutritional modifications designed to improve a child's nervous system function, and bridge the gap between the brain and the body.
Level Four Pediatric Cranial Designs http://www.levelfour.us.com/ A full service orthotic and prosthetic clinic, including use of the Starscanner for cranial remolding orthoses. For more information, please visit their website at http://www.levelfour.us.com/. SmartEd Services TAP*it technology SmartEd works with schools providing classroom technology designed to provide accessibility to all students. TAP*it allows for a stimulating learning environment using multiple senses no matter the ability level of the student. Please click here for more information about this technology. Social Skills Resources for Parents and Teachers brought to you through Project Enlightenment For a comprehensive list of resources available, please click , or visit Project Enlightenment's website. Shining Stars Pediatric Therapy Services Move to Learn Program Move to Learn is a drop off program instructed by a licensed Occupational Therapist and is a language based group for children between the ages of 2 and 4. Focusing on the principles of sensory integration, each themed session will address motor, language, sensory, cognitive, social and emotional skills through music, movement, and hands on activities. For compete details and dates, please click here. Capitol City Speech Therapy
http://www.capitolcityspeechtherapy.com/
Mom's Morning Out!
Need to get some grocery shopping done? Capitol City Speech Therapy is here to help!
Capitol City Speech Therapy will be offering a Mom's Morning Out on Fridays from 9:00 - 11:00. Bring your kids between the ages of 18 months and five years to our office on 141 Main Street, Fuquay Varina ready for two hours of crafts, story times, games and tons of fun. A charge of $10.00 per child will be accepted upon arrival. Space is limited to eight children per Friday so please call ahead for reservations!
For more information, please click here.
Playtime Developmental Enrichment Groups:
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:45-10:45 for ages 18 months to 3 years.
Exceptional Children's Assistance Center
http://ecac-parentcenter.org/
ECAC is a private non-profit parent organization committed to improving the lives and education of ALL children through a special emphasis on children with disabilities.
Parent Education Programs include:
The NC Parent Training and Information (PTI)
The NC Parent Information and Resource Center (PIRC)
The NC Family-to-Family Health Information Center (HIC)
NC State Improvement Project
Behavior and Reading Improvement Center (BRIC)
Bridging the Gap
For more information, please visit ECAC's website at the link above.
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 You can recognize a child you serve, or a professional you admire by making a donation to TelAbility/WATCH on their behalf.
Send your gift, along with a few words about the child or professional to:
TelAbility
1101 Weaver Dairy Road, Suite 202
Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Checks can be made out to the UNC Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Include "TelAbility" in the memo line.
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