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May 8 ~ Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Users GroupThe Augmentative Alternative Communication (AAC) Users Group is a monthly opportunity for users of AAC devices to socialize with other AAC users and learn some additional applications of their device. Various topics that will be covered, include:
- Sharing personal stories about using a communication device
Meeting Time, Date and Location - Wednesday, May 8, 2013 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. - Wednesday, June 12, 2013 from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Registration If you are not able to attend, please call and let us know why. Is there a scheduling conflict? Transportation issues? We’d like to know how to better support you so that you can join us in the future. |
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Be the First to Know – Subscribe to Lanterman’s E-mail BulletinsIt’s easy to subscribe to Lanterman’s e-mail bulletins. Simply visit lanterman.org and click on “Subscribe” to provide us with your e-mail address. You will automatically be signed up to receive e-mail bulletins about information related to Lanterman Regional Center’s general activities and events. You can also sign up for bulletins about a specific topic, such as legislative issues, or bulletins specific to a certain age, disability or area, by providing us with additional information. No information collected will be given to anyone outside of Lanterman; it’s just for the purpose of sending targeted e-mails to the Lanterman community. There are many events, including valuable trainings and workshops, we at the Center hear about, but due to limited financial resources, we cannot mail flyers for each of these events. By subscribing to the e-mail bulletins, you too will be able to hear about them and be informed about what’s going on in the Lanterman community. |
May 10 ~ Baby Play Days for Children Birth to 2 Years of Age Come and join the Koch-Young Resource Center for a monthly play day for children birth to 2 years of age and their parents. Enjoy access to KYRC toys and play equipment, while getting to know other families. The play days will be held on the second Friday of every month at Lanterman Regional Center: - Friday, May 10, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. - Friday, June 14, 2013 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Contact the KYRC at 213.252.5600 or kyrc@lanterman.org to advise of your attendace at the play days. Program made possible by a contribution from the S. Mark Taper Foundation. |
May 15 ~ Come Read The Little Engine That Could Stories During KYRC Storytime Join the Koch-Young Resource Center from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 for a fun storytime reading featuring the Little Blue Engine That Could as she has fun playing hide and seek with her friends and celebrating one special friend's birthday. Bring your children to the KYRC Library for a reading of two stories followed by related arts and crafts afterward. Register by May 13, 2013 to reserve your spot. Register online (preferred method) For questions, more information and to register, contact 213.252.5600 or kyrc@lanterman.org. |
May 23 and 24 ~ Spring/Summer Playgroups for Children 2 to 5 Years of Age Start Quality play time with parents can lead to improvements in skills such as communication, engagement, sensory awareness, cognitive ability and creativity. Each session of the parent-child playgroups typically runs for six weeks and will provide caregivers with play strategies and tips for engaging children with special needs to make playtime more fun and meaningful as well as exposure to a variety of play mediums and ideas for low-budget activities that can be done at home. Caregivers will also get expert advice and answers to questions from therapists who will visit the group. Sessions are conducted in English and Spanish concurrently for various age ranges between 2 and 5 years of age and at various days and times to accommodate the needs of the community. Program made possible by a contribution from the S. Mark Taper Foundation. Upcoming playgroup sessions are as follows:
Spring/Summer Thursday Morning Session
Spring/Summer Friday Afternoon Session For more information on the sessions, and to register, contact Toy Program Coordinator Lisa Anand at 213.252.8348 or lanand@lanterman.org. |
May 28 ~ SCAT - Navigating the Special Needs System - English Course This course provides an overview of the regional center system, developing a partnership with your regional center, Lanterman values in action, and advocacy and the legislative process. The four-week English course starts Tuesday, May 28, 2013 from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Lanterman Regional Center, KYRC Conference Room, First Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90010. Register online (preferred method) For more information and to register, contact Edward Perez at 213.252.4986 or eperez@lanterman.org. |
