SOCIAL SKILLS PROGRAMS---USA
Perachim
718-252-3365 ext 105
Brooklyn, New York
Perachim has an afterschool Medicaid Waiver program for verbal children diagnosed with impulsive behaviors and/or poor social skills who are diagnosed with PDD, Asperger’s, or developmental delays. The program uses the SBI (Social Behavioral Intelligence) Self Directed Method for achieving social and self-control skills. They provide ongoing parent & school consultations with their behavior specialists to evaluate progress. Free transportation provided.
Yachad
Yachad runs a number of social skills programs:
A monthly social skills group for adults aged 21-34 who have mild to moderate challenges such as Asperger’s, learning disabilities, or neurological issues. Meeting will take place in Manhattan or Brooklyn. No transportation provided. Contact Adira Botwinick at 212-613-8393,
Dating & Marriage Skills Group for individuals aged 21-34 who have Asperger’s or other social or communication challenges. The group will focus on fostering meaningful and lasting relationships with people of the opposite gender. Meeting will take place weekly in Manhattan. Contact 212-613-8325,
Total Teen Summer Experience
845-354-2121 ext 141 Michelle Koenig
Rockland Jewish Family Service sponsors this 6-week summer program for teens with Asperger’s or related social deficits. Activities include:
- Group Process, job training, and social skills
- Nutrition and exercise
- Work experience through internships
- Videography experience