SOCIAL SKILLS GROUP
Middle School Age 10-14 | Thursdays at 6:30 PM | October 15 to November 19
Cost is $180 for (6) One-Hour Sessions
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
Many children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities need help in learning how to act in different types of social situations. They often have the desire to interact with others but may not know how to engage friends or may be overwhelmed by the idea of new experiences.
Research indicates that regardless of the diagnosis, social skills can be extremely effective in increasing a person’s ability to be successful in peer situations. From learning how to greet a person they want to start a conversation with, to learning how to keep a conversation going, and how to take turns while speaking - these are subtle but extremely important aspects of communication and relationship development.
The Autism Society of Greater Akron is pleased to pilot a program for both middle and high school students to encourage social, reciprocal, and communicative skills in a fun and encouraging atmosphere. Role-playing, interactive games, and themed conversation starters will be utilized to foster these skills.
Emphasis will be placed on age-appropriate behaviors to apply in social situations to include:
WHEN, WHERE, & HOW MUCH
PRE-REQUISITES
Middle School group is for participants age 10-14
All participants should have the following:
ABOUT THE FACILITATOR
Hello, my name is Jocelyn Eskenazi, I am a certified Board-Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst. I started teaching in 1974, yes I know a long time ago, and have been a BCaBA since 2004. I have been a classroom teacher, outreach consultant, behavior consultant and now a social skills facilitator. I have lived in Cleveland, Ohio my entire life, I have three grown children and a cat with one eye. My favorite movie is As Good As It Gets or anything on the Hallmark channel. I love to eat popcorn and ice cream. I am excited to get to know all of our participants through this unique experience.
WHO TO CONTACT
If you have questions about the program or need additional information, please contact Lisa Thompson, Director of Programs via email here or by calling 330.940.1441 ext 2.
Event Start Date | 10-15-2020 5:00 pm |
Event End Date | 10-15-2020 5:00 pm |