ASSIST / Sibling Project
Acquiring Social Skills Through Intervention, Support, and Training (ASSIST)
ASSIST is a group facilitated by a Special Education Teacher designed for children aged 5-10, who are residents of Orange County and have OPWDD eligibility.
Super Siblings
Monthly meeting for siblings of children with developmental disabilities. Siblings have a non-judgmental place to share feelings, concerns and joys, engage in meaningful activities and meet new friends.
Getting along with a sibling may be difficult at times but getting along with a sibling who has disability (such as an intellectual developmental disability, cerebral palsy, autism, epilepsy, neurological impairment or severe learning disability) may be a real challenge.
Sometimes your child may feel embarrassed -sad -angry -confused -guilty
They may find it hard to talk to parents, friends and teachers about these feelings and emotions.
Siblings have a non-judgmental place to share feelings, concerns and joys, and make an awesome craft and meet new friends
There is no charge for these training and support groups, however, pre-registration is required. OPWDD ELIGIBILITY REQUIRED- Notice of Decision from Hudson Valley DDRO.
For more information contact: 845-342-2400 ext. 1235 or ahitsman@mhaorangeny.com
