Are you looking for the most comprehensive guide to special needs resources in Long Island? Our special needs guide has listings for therapists, special needs camps, medical experts, advocates, and special needs support groups in Suffolk County, Long Island, including Huntington, Babylon, and Smithtown, and Nassau County, Long Island, from Glen Cove to Long Beach, and North Hempstead.
ENTERTAINMENT/BIRTHDAYS
DENISE MAKES CAKES
917-689-4857
Email denisemakescakes@gmail.com
Denise Makes Cakes has the perfect cake for you. Creating delicious memories one cake at a time! Celebrate in style with a beautifully designed cake! We offer formal and whimsical designs, all baked with the finest ingredients to ensure that your cake tastes as good as it looks. In addition to cakes, we also make custom cupcakes, cookies, chocolate party favors, and more! Please contact us at Denisemakescakes@gmail.com or 917-689-4857.
J.A.M MUSIC - A CHILD-CENTERED CELEBRATION FOR YOUR FAMILY!
516-307-6065
Email jarden68@optonline.net
At J.A.M. Music, we custom design your family’s party entertainment using a child-centered and strengths-based approach. During pre-party planning, we will review all of our music options with you to ensure your child's success and fun on your family’s special day. We provide both live music and DJ/MC services. Piano, guitar, and percussionist players available. Children’s instruments can be utilized too. We create entertainment that is sure to be a perfect fit for your child.
MINI MONET, INC.
19B Main St., Sayville
631-218-9797
Art allows children to communicate and express themselves in a friendly and non limiting environment. Mini Monet Art Studio has created a program for special needs children to explore art expression as they enhance higher learning thinking, knowledge of visual arts, and dexterity. We use many different materials when creating projects in order to reach every child's potential. The classes offer a 1:5 ratio to guarantee success in a safe and loving environment.
PUMP IT UP LONG ISLAND
135 Dupont St., Plainview
516-575-2300
225 Community Drive, Suite 250
Great Neck, NY 11021
516-466-PUMP
Pump It Up has partnered with Autism Speaks and is proud to offer Sensory Jump Time, a program open to all children on the autism spectrum and their families. Children attending Sensory Jump Time will have the opportunity to make new friends, jump, slide and play sensory-friendly games within a controlled, safe and supportive atmosphere. The variety of our giant inflatables provide a great environment to work on coordination, balance and motor skills, all while having a great time!
SNIP-ITS HAIRCUTS FOR KIDS
1966 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood Shopping Center, East Northport
631-486-7477
Snip-Its Haircuts for Kids has turned what was once a tedious chore into an amazing fun-filled adventure. We offer kids haircuts, spa services, and birthday parties – all featuring the Snip-Its line of professional hair care products formulated to be gentle on kids’ sensitive hair and skin. Snip-its stylists are certified in working with children with autism and special needs. Ask about our exclusive Snip-its Haircutting Guide to help prepare kids for the salon experience.
LEGAL/FUTURE PLANNING
LAW OFFICES OF BRAD H. ROSKEN, PLLC
1772 East Jericho Turnpike, Suite 2, Huntington
631-379-9569
Email brad@specialedcounselor.com
School districts consult their attorneys, why shouldn’t you? Brad H. Rosken is an experienced trial attorney; he’s also a parent of a child with special needs. He knows how far to push a school district to obtain the maximum that your child is entitled to under law. He’ll guide you, decipher lingo, and develop effective strategies. He’s also a New York State Certified Impartial Hearing Officer and is hearing Due Process Hearings in New York City.
MENTAL HEALTH
DORIS M. APTEKAR, PHD
School Psychologist/Bilingual Psychologist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor,
516-484-6351
Email doctordorisma@gmail.com
Dr. Aptekar has more than 35 years experience working as a school psychologist, psychotherapist and hypnotherapist with children and adults of varying needs. Dr. Aptekar works in groups or individually to help you and your loved ones achieve goals such as motivation, socialization, self-esteem, academic achievement, social judgment, and more. She has worked with all age groups and with the special needs population. Dr. Aptekar also performs complete psycho-educational evaluations.
JOAN DORFMAN COHEN, PH.D., APRN, BC
350 Northern Blvd., Suite 310, Great Neck
516-482-3312
Dr. Cohen is a board-certified neurofeedback specialist and expert in the treatment of ADD, ADHD, LD, PDD, and Autistic Spectrum Disorders. EEG biofeedback (neurotherapy), a proven non-medication treatment, which provides permanent results and eliminates many behavior problems. Dr. Cohen and special education professionals work directly with you, your child, and teachers, to provide an individualized program including neurotherapy, parenting strategies, family counseling, therapy, educational planning, and tutoring. Dr. Cohen has more than 35 years experience.
JUDGE ROTENBERG CENTER
250 Turnpike St., Canton
877-31-CHILD
The Judge Rotenberg Center (JRC) is a special needs school in Canton, Massachusetts, serving both emotionally disturbed students with conduct, behavior, emotional, and/or psychiatric problems and developmentally delayed students with autistic-like behaviors. Some of our key features include consistent behavioral treatment, no or minimal psychotropic medication, near-zero rejections/near-zero expulsions, powerful varied rewards, one computer per student, and digital video monitoring. For a more detailed list of JRC's key features, please visit our website at judgerc.org.
KIDS' FOCUSING
135 Grace St., Plainview
516-822-6212
Dr. Janet Mueller is a licensed psychologist and founder of Kids’ Focusing. She has been in the field for the past 25 years working with children and families. Her expertise includes helping children improve their emotional regulation, impulse control, and ability to pay attention. Dr. Mueller customizes her approach to each client. Kids in today’s challenging academic world need strategies to help them better focus and organize. Kids’ Focusing teaches children the strategies they need to be successful.
SEBASTIEN SAYLOR, PSY.D.
92 Broadway, Suite 203, Greenlawn
631-629-5701
Sebastien Saylor, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist providing the highest quality assessment, consultation, and treatment in his Greenlawn office. He works with clients to identify reachable goals, then takes a pragmatic approach to achieving those goals. He collaborates with schools, physicians, and family members to create the most supportive and productive environment possible. Areas treated by Dr. Saylor include depression, selective mutism, technology/gaming addiction, social anxiety, rigid behaviors related to high functioning autism.
OCCUPATIONAL/PHYSICAL THERAPY
KEEP MOVING FORWARD, INC.
80 Crossways Park Drive, Suite 200, Woodbury
516-726-1758
Email info@keepmovingforward.info
Keep Moving Forward offers intensive physical therapy programs for children and adults with neurological and developmental delays. Individuals are trained to reach their maximal potential through utilization of the TheraSuit and Universal Exercise Unit. This approach combats the effects of deconditioning and immobilization while using the principles of intensive strength training. Our primary goal is to achieve functional independence. KMF also offers traditional physical therapy, early intervention, Fit Kids programs, and Baby Boot Camp.
LEAPS AND BOUNDS PT AND OT, PLLC
21-14 Newtown Ave., Astoria
718-545-0958
290 Community Drive?, Great Neck
Email leapsandboundz@yahoo.com
Leaps and Bounds is a therapist owned and operated multidisciplinary pediatric rehabilitation center. Besides traditional physical and occupational therapy, we specialize in an Intensive Therapy Program modeled after innovative European techniques incorporating the use of the TheraSuit Method™ to foster accelerated acquisition of skill development and reaching of developmental milestones for children with various neuromuscular disorders, such as Cerebral Palsy. Two convenient locations in Astoria 718-545-0958 and Great Neck 516-304-5530.
SENSATIONAL DEVELOPMENT OT, PLLC
669 Broadway, Massapequa
516-799-2900
Sensational Development Occupational Therapy, PLLC is a private practice located in Massapequa. We offer comprehensive evaluations, individual treatment sessions, and group sessions for ages birth through 21 in our state of the art clinic. We specialize in working with children with sensory processing disorders, developmental delays, autism, dyspraxia, muscle weakness, fine motor delays, and much more. We work closely with parents and caregivers to provide support and create therapeutic opportunities in the home and school setting.
ST. MARY'S HEALTHCARE SYSTEM FOR CHILDREN
29-01 216th St., Bayside
718-281-8800
5 Dakota Drive, Suite 200, New Hyde Park
718-281-8600
St. Mary's is a leader in intensive rehabilitation, specialized medical care, and education for children with special needs and medically complex conditions. We help improve the health and quality of life for children and their families throughout the metro New York area by providing family-centered care at our state-of-the-art inpatient facility, St. Mary's Hospital for Children, at home care, and in the community. At St. Mary's, we believe in possible.
ST. MARY'S KIDS AT ROSLYN
1 Expressway Plaza, Suite 106, Roslyn Heights
516-621-2681
St. Mary's Kids at Roslyn helps children with developmental needs reach their full potential. Our therapy center and sensory integration facility, staffed by occupational, physical, speech and feeding therapists, social workers and special educators, provides evaluations, individualized treatment and consultation. As the only facility of its kind with the support of a major healthcare system for children with special needs, we offer the most comprehensive range of resources to help children reach every developmental milestone.
THE HAGEDORN LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOL, JACK JOEL CENTER FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN
750 Hicksville Road, Seaford
516-520-6000
Email information@littlevillage.org
HLVS is a not-for-profit school that provides outstanding educational and therapeutic services for children with developmental disabilities. HLVS Occupational and Physical therapy related service program offer services for children from birth to school age through early intervention, CPSE and CSE in the areas of gross and fine motor delay and sensory dysfunction. Services are provided in our sensory gym and physical therapy facility or in the child’s home and/or pre-school. Private pay services available.
PARENT AND FAMILY SUPPORT
HELPING HANDS CHILDREN SERVICES
160 E. Main St., Rear Building, Huntington
631-659-3337
Helping Hands Children Services is a dedicated organization that puts students' progress above all else. Our highly trained providers use applied behavior analysis to help students learn, grow, and overcome behavioral challenges. We have been in business for a decade, and are trusted by over 45 school districts. Our expert team has helped hundreds of students. The executive director has a Ph.D. in educational psychology, is a BCBA-D, and has 22 years of experience.
LONG ISLAND SPECIAL NEEDS FAMILY RESOURCE EXPO
598 Broad Hollow Road, Melville
5L6-279-3727
This event is designed to bring Long Island's special needs community together for an informative and fun-filled day! Come explore services, products, and activities expressly designed for the special needs community. A variety of seminars, panel discussions, workshops, and demonstrations will be held on various pertinent topics to special needs care-givers, such as: insurance reform, trusts and financial planning, meditation, holistic approach to treating autism and other health conditions, advocacy, strategic planning and IEPs.
P.O.T.T."Y" GENERATION
Struggling with potty training? Join our Summer Long Island Potty Training Boot Camp in July! Register now as space is limited. Let P.O.T.T."Y" Generation come to the rescue with a Custom Potty Training Plan, 101 Potty Coach, Potty Training Boot Camp, or a Mini Potty Boot Camp in your own home. Call us today to schedule your child’s custom potty experience at 646-543-3393 or visit us online at pottytrainingservices.com.
SEBASTIEN SAYLOR, PSY.D.
92 Broadway, Suite 203, Greenlawn
631-629-5701
Sebastien Saylor, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist providing the highest quality assessment, consultation, and treatment in his Greenlawn office. He works with clients to identify reachable goals, then takes a pragmatic approach to achieving those goals. He collaborates with schools, physicians, and family members to create the most supportive and productive environment possible. Areas treated by Dr. Saylor include depression, selective mutism, technology/gaming addiction, social anxiety, rigid behaviors related to high functioning autism.
TEACH CONSULTING SERVICES, INC.
153 Main St., Suite 1, Sayville
631-244-7280
Email etyznar@teachconsultingservices.com
An educational advocate for over 15 years, Eileen Tyznar provides services that empower parents with knowledge and advocacy skills to help maximize their child’s academic potential and social success. At TEACH we provide an effective approach for obtaining educational programs and related services designed to meet the unique needs of every child. Let TEACH help you “Navigate the Special Education Maze.” We offer Early Intervention, 504 Plans, CPSE/CSE meetings, parent coaching, and K-12 tutoring services.
RECREATION/SOCIALIZATION PROGRAMS
CAMP ALTITUDE
Drew University, Madison
914-307-1674
We offer a two-week traditional summer camp experience for children with social cognitive challenges, entering grades 6-12. We are committed to providing a safe, fun, and rewarding summer experience that promotes growth and enrichment in the areas of social learning, executive functioning, and independent living skills. June 30-July 13 at Drew University in Madison, New Jersey.
HANNAH KRONER SCHOOL OF DANCE
1180 Willis Ave., Albertson
516-484-5430
A special dance program for Toddlers, Children and Young Adults with physical and developmental disabilities. Classes are structured/ adapted according to individual needs. Ballet, jazz and exercise fundamentals used in a creative manner, assist the development of fine/ gross muscle tone. Each student is provided with a high degree of motivation, taught by experienced dance/ exercise instructors who have a devoted interest in those with special needs. Call 516 484-5430.
KIDS LEARNING LOFT
436 Willis Ave., 3rd Fl., Williston Park
516-741-0729
Email kidslearningloft@gmail.com
Kids Learning Loft provides various unique education and behavior intervention services to school-aged children with developmental and social disabilities, specializing in individuals with autism spectrum disorder and ADD/ADHD. The programs offered are designed by Board Certified Behavior Analysts, utilizing the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis. Services include social skills classes with peer models, school district and in home behavior consultation, and much more. Experience the gold standard of ABA and “Break through at the Loft.”
PROFESSOR PEDALS
516-375-8492
Nassau & Suffolk
Email professorpedals@yahoo.com
From developmental issues, visual, and physical impairments, Professor Pedals can help develop bicycle and scooter riding skills for those with special needs. Our approach is progressive in that goals can be attained at many levels. Performance can be monitored to maintain a positive atmosphere throughout the lesson. Our approach includes displaying techniques and shadowing with the student to train safely, improve comprehension, and build trust and confidence. We modify the riding process to meet their strengths and needs.
PUMP IT UP LONG ISLAND
135 Dupont St., Plainview
516-575-2300
225 Community Drive, Suite 250
Great Neck, NY 11021
516-466-PUMP
Pump It Up has partnered with Autism Speaks and is proud to offer Sensory Jump Time, a program open to all children on the autism spectrum and their families. Children attending Sensory Jump Time will have the opportunity to make new friends, jump, slide and play sensory-friendly games within a controlled, safe and supportive atmosphere. The variety of our giant inflatables provide a great environment to work on coordination, balance and motor skills, all while having a great time!
STEPS TO SOCIALIZATION
13 South Bayles Ave., Port Washington
516-767-0266
At Steps to Socialization, we understand that not all children process social information the same way. Our curriculum, designed for children through 12th grade, makes the hidden rules of daily social interactions simple and clear. Through targeted activities and role-playing, your child will gain the communication skills needed to navigate the social world. Parents and caregivers are an integral part of the team. We work together to reinforce the program at home and school.
THE K.I.S.S. CENTER AT THE MID-ISLAND Y JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
45 Manetto Hill Road, Plainview
516-822-3535 x332
Joanna Diamond, MS.Ed., K.I.S.S. Center Director
The K.I.S.S. (Kids In Special Services) Center for Special Needs at the Mid-Island Y JCC provides a comprehensive range of programs and services for children through adults and is partially funded by the Butler foundation. Programs include vacation respite, recreational classes, family support, and social skills classes. The Aspire Summer Camp is built to maximize social growth and create lasting friendships in both inclusionary and specialized group settings. Our unique summer program offers many choices.
THERESA ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS (TAPA)
250 Lido Blvd., Lido Beach
516-432-0200
Email srusso.tapa@gmail.com
The Theresa Academy of the Performing Arts (TAPA) believes that every child has strengths that can be used as a springboard to learn new skills to enhance each child’s personal sense of accomplishment. The primary goal of our classes is for children to experience the joy of dance, drama, art, and music. There are many benefits including improvement in coordination, overall fitness, focus, listening, balance, self-esteem, self-expression, rhythm and, musicality.
SCHOOLS
ALTERNATIVES FOR CHILDREN
Aquebogue, East Setauket, Melville, Southampton
Alternatives For Children is an Early Intervention/Preschool Special Education evaluation site and approved provider of EI services for eligible children delivered in the home, community, or one of our four centers. Preschool Special Education and developmentally appropriate integrated Nursery classes promote a child’s development through individualized instruction. Special Education related services of physical, occupational, and speech therapy are provided by licensed therapists. AFC Child Day Care centers create a natural educational learning environment.
CLEARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
301 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset
631-588-0530
A private school that provides educational services for children, newborn to age 21, with a hearing loss. Viewing all children as capable learners with diverse needs, Cleary offers a range of programs that focus on the development of language and communication skills. The child-centered environment at Cleary meets the communications needs of children enrolled in our auditory-oral- or sing-based programs and provides related therapies as mandated on the child’s IEP. Cleary is a child-first environment.
EAST END KIDS THERAPY
502 North Sea Road, Southampton
Email eastendkidstherapy@yahoo.com
East End Kids offers comprehensive evaluations and therapy services delivered in the home, community and at our new center-based setting for children aged birth to 21 years, including those with special needs. Evaluations and services delivered through the early intervention, preschool and school-aged programs. The aim of our program is to provide a safe, loving and nurturing environment that promotes the social/emotional, physical, language and cognitive development of each child.
JUDGE ROTENBERG CENTER
250 Turnpike St., Canton
877-31-CHILD
The Judge Rotenberg Center (JRC) is a special needs school in Canton, Massachusetts, serving both emotionally disturbed students with conduct, behavior, emotional, and/or psychiatric problems and developmentally delayed students with autistic-like behaviors. Some of our key features include consistent behavioral treatment, no or minimal psychotropic medication, near-zero rejections/near-zero expulsions, powerful varied rewards, one computer per student, and digital video monitoring. For a more detailed list of JRC's key features, please visit our website at judgerc.org.
LEARNING RX JERICHO
333 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 200, Jericho
516-870-3737
At LearningRx, we understand the difficulty for both the parents of a special need child, and the child him/herself. LearningRx believes in brain training, where scientific brain research is used to exercise the brain for improved cognitive performance. Special needs children can improve learning by exercising their brains outside a normal school curriculum. Spatial and three-dimensional problems are used extensively within this program to improve areas of the brain normally left alone by mainstream public school learning.
THE HAGEDORN LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOL, JACK JOEL CENTER FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN
750 Hicksville Road, Seaford
516-520-6000
Email information@littlevillage.org
HLVS is a not-for-profit school highly regarded for providing outstanding educational and therapeutic services for children with a wide range of developmental disabilities.HLVS provides year-round programs and services that include diagnostic evaluations and treatment, early intervention, a preschool, an elementary school, SEIT and related services. Services provided onsite, in homes, nursery schools, and day care centers include speech, feeding, occupational, physical and movement therapy, behavior management/applied behavior analysis, counseling and support groups.
VARIETY CHILD LEARNING CENTER
47 Humphrey Drive, Syosset
516-921-7171
Email info@vclc.org
Variety Child Learning Center (VCLC) is a non-profit center whose mission is to support the education and inclusion of children with or at risk of disabilities, including autism, and assist families and train professionals who work with young children. Founded in 1966, all of VCLC programs are guided by the concept that early intervention with parental involvement can make a lasting impact on a child’s development that is not possible if services are delayed.
VINCENT SMITH SCHOOL
322 Port Washington Blvd., Port Washington
516-365-4900
Vincent Smith School is a private day school serving students with learning disabilities such as ADD, ADHD, Asperger's syndrome, and expressive and receptive language issues in Nassau, Suffolk, and Queens counties. We offer students differentiated instruction, hands-on activities, interdisciplinary instruction, and social emotional learning skills in small supportive classes. Our students experience academic success, emotional growth, and social acceptance. We are a school where "It's Okay to Learn Differently."
SENSORY INTEGRATION
ST. MARY'S KIDS AT ROSLYN
1 Expressway Plaza, Suite 106, Roslyn Heights
516-621-2681
St. Mary's Kids at Roslyn helps children with developmental needs reach their full potential. Our therapy center and sensory integration facility, staffed by occupational, physical, speech and feeding therapists, social workers and special educators, provides evaluations, individualized treatment and consultation. As the only facility of its kind with the support of a major healthcare system for children with special needs, we offer the most comprehensive range of resources to help children reach every developmental milestone.
SERVING MULTIPLE DISABILITIES/OFFERING A VARIETY OF SERVICES
ABILITIES, INC. AT THE VISCARDI CENTER
201 I.U. Willets Road, Albertson
516-465-1539
Email mhughes@abilitiesinc.org
We serve multiple disabilities and offer a variety of services. For over 60 years we have trained people with disabilities in the skills they need to compete for and get satisfying jobs. We evaluate, train, and serve toward the goal of integrated employment and independent living. For vocational services, call 516-465-1490. The Transition Summer Program serves Long Island students with disabilities, ages 14 to 21 offering travel training, community integration, educational, and social excursions.
ADELBERG MONTALVAN
62 Lake Ave. S., Suite A, Nesconset
631-360-7337
1000 F Park Blvd.
Massapequa Park
11762
516-798-1111
We specialize in treating children with special needs. We know that you have enough to worry about so let us take the stress and worry out of taking your child to the dentist. We have an anesthesiologist on call to safely put your child to sleep right here in our offices. Please feel free to call for more information.
DORIS M. APTEKAR, PHD
School Psychologist/Bilingual Psychologist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor,
516-484-6351
Email doctordorisma@gmail.com
Dr. Aptekar has more than 35 years experience working as a school psychologist, psychotherapist and hypnotherapist with children and adults of varying needs. Dr. Aptekar works in groups or individually to help you and your loved ones achieve goals such as motivation, socialization, self-esteem, academic achievement, social judgment, and more. She has worked with all age groups and with the special needs population. Dr. Aptekar also performs complete psycho-educational evaluations.
BRAIN ABILITIES
444 Lakeville Road, Suite 103, Lake Success
516-208-9360
There are no simple solutions when it comes to ADD/ADHD, autism/Asperger's, learning disabilities, or processing disorders. Complex issues require comprehensive integrative solutions and that is exactly what we provide at Brain Abilities. A simple phone call is all it takes to find out exactly how we have helped hundreds of children/families. Call 516-208-9360 today to see how we can help your family. Visit brainabilities.com for more information as well.
BRAINCORE THERAPY
245 Conklin St., Farmingdale
516-249-4488
12 Irma Ave.
Port Washington, NY 11050
516-944-4469
BrainCore Therapy provides a unique drug-less approach to addressing the symptoms of many neurological based conditions including ADHD, autism/PDD, learning disorders, OCD, anxiety, depression, pain, insomnia, and much more. The BrainCore technology and science is based on a training procedure that effectively teaches people how to control their own brainwaves. It is a form of neurofeedback training that is aimed at developing skills for self- regulation of brain activity providing proven relief of symptoms.
BUILDING BLOCKS DEVELOPMENTAL PRESCHOOL
29 Pinewood Drive, Commack
631-499-1237
Building Blocks Developmental Preschool offers a variety of fun and educational experiences for children ages 2 to 4. Indoor activities are designed to enhance a child’s development through activities that include movement, music, and arts and crafts. Our outdoor classroom features science and environmental activities that will spur any youngster’s curiosity. Join us for some summer fun.
CAMP LOYALTOWN
516-293-2016 x5608
Camp Loyaltown is a summer sleep-away camp, offering a rewarding experience and a lifetime of memories for children of all ages with special needs. Located 3 hours from Nassau, Camp Loyaltown has fully renovated recreation facilities with: an accessible, miniature golf course; horseback riding program; heated water park-type swimming pool; pedal-boats; playgrounds; ball fields and indoor/outdoor basketball courts; dance studio, and a performing arts stage. Recreational programs include: dance, athletics, swimming, cooking, nature, arts and crafts, and ceramics.
CLEARY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
301 Smithtown Blvd., Nesconset
631-588-0530
A private school that provides educational services for children, newborn to age 21, with a hearing loss. Viewing all children as capable learners with diverse needs, Cleary offers a range of programs that focus on the development of language and communication skills. The child-centered environment at Cleary meets the communications needs of children enrolled in our auditory-oral- or sing-based programs and provides related therapies as mandated on the child’s IEP. Cleary is a child-first environment.
DENISE MAKES CAKES
917-689-4857
Email denisemakescakes@gmail.com
Denise Makes Cakes has the perfect cake for you. Creating delicious memories one cake at a time! Celebrate in style with a beautifully designed cake! We offer formal and whimsical designs, all baked with the finest ingredients to ensure that your cake tastes as good as it looks. In addition to cakes, we also make custom cupcakes, cookies, chocolate party favors, and more! Please contact us at Denisemakescakes@gmail.com or 917-689-4857.
EHRENMAN AND KHAN PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
959 Brush Hollow Road, Westbury
516-333-3033
Why choose us? Our expert care and a compassionate approach. We have a special place in our hearts for special needs children. We know they require and deserve care tailored to meet their unique needs. Our doctors have completed two years of specialty training in behavior management, sedation, and hospital dentistry. This clinical expertise, combined with our gentle touch, makes us the clinicians of choice for the dental care of children with special needs.
KIDDS ON PARK
111 North Park Ave., Rockville Centre
516-678-7422
Choosing the right pediatric dentist for your child is a critical decision. Our board-certified dentists have many years of experience treating special needs children. Our office is welcoming and comfortable for patients and their families and you will never be rushed. We provide all necessary dental procedures for children including sedation dentistry without a hospital visit. Dr. Guttenberg, Dr. Sing, Dr. Simoni and Dr. Yau welcome new patients and look forward to meeting your child!
LAW OFFICES OF BRAD H. ROSKEN, PLLC
1772 East Jericho Turnpike, Suite 2, Huntington
631-379-9569
Email brad@specialedcounselor.com
School districts consult their attorneys, why shouldn’t you? Brad H. Rosken is an experienced trial attorney; he’s also a parent of a child with special needs. He knows how far to push a school district to obtain the maximum that your child is entitled to under law. He’ll guide you, decipher lingo, and develop effective strategies. He’s also a New York State Certified Impartial Hearing Officer and is hearing Due Process Hearings in New York City.
LEAPS AND BOUNDS PT AND OT, PLLC
21-14 Newtown Ave., Astoria
718-545-0958
290 Community Drive?
Great Neck, NY 11201
Email leapsandboundz@yahoo.com
Leaps and Bounds is a therapist owned and operated multidisciplinary pediatric rehabilitation center. Besides traditional physical and occupational therapy, we specialize in an Intensive Therapy Program modeled after innovative European techniques incorporating the use of the TheraSuit Method™ to foster accelerated acquisition of skill development and reaching of developmental milestones for children with various neuromuscular disorders, such as Cerebral Palsy. Two convenient locations in Astoria 718-545-0958 and Great Neck 516-304-5530.
LEARNING RX JERICHO
333 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 200, Jericho
516-870-3737
At LearningRx, we understand the difficulty for both the parents of a special need child, and the child him/herself. LearningRx believes in brain training, where scientific brain research is used to exercise the brain for improved cognitive performance. Special needs children can improve learning by exercising their brains outside a normal school curriculum. Spatial and three-dimensional problems are used extensively within this program to improve areas of the brain normally left alone by mainstream public school learning.
MARION K. SALOMON & ASSOCIATES, INC.
125 E. Bethpage Road, Suite 5, Plainview
516-731-5588
Email info@mksalomon.com
Marion K. Salomon & Associates is a caring group of professionals with many years of experience in working with children of all ages. We provide prompt, accurate evaluations, treatment and support for children and their families in Long Island, Queens and Brooklyn. We believe early diagnosis and treatment are important in improving children’s confidence and competence, and we make every effort to respond quickly and sensitively to your concerns as parents/caregivers. Visit mksalomon.com for more information.
PROFESSOR PEDALS
516-375-8492
Nassau & Suffolk
Email professorpedals@yahoo.com
From developmental issues, visual, and physical impairments, Professor Pedals can help develop bicycle and scooter riding skills for those with special needs. Our approach is progressive in that goals can be attained at many levels. Performance can be monitored to maintain a positive atmosphere throughout the lesson. Our approach includes displaying techniques and shadowing with the student to train safely, improve comprehension, and build trust and confidence. We modify the riding process to meet their strengths and needs.
SNIP-ITS HAIRCUTS FOR KIDS
1966 Jericho Turnpike, Elwood Shopping Center, East Northport
631-486-7477
Snip-Its Haircuts for Kids has turned what was once a tedious chore into an amazing fun-filled adventure. We offer kids haircuts, spa services, and birthday parties – all featuring the Snip-Its line of professional hair care products formulated to be gentle on kids’ sensitive hair and skin. Snip-its stylists are certified in working with children with autism and special needs. Ask about our exclusive Snip-its Haircutting Guide to help prepare kids for the salon experience.
SPEECH PATHOLOGY AND SWALLOWING DISORDERS SERVICE OF NASSAU
3375 Park Ave., Suite 4010, Wantagh
516-221-3653
444 Lakeville Road, Suite 104, Lake Success
516-216-1791
500 N. Broadway, Suite 141, Jericho
516-597-4344
Janine Stiene, speech-language pathologist, is owner and operator of Speech Pathology and Swallowing Disorders Service of Nassau. Along with her group of therapists, she supports families and children, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders and expressive/receptive language disorders (adults and children). Also offered are intensive feeding groups for individuals who suffer from texture and consistency aversions. There are four other affiliated offices across Long Island.
ST. MARY'S HEALTHCARE SYSTEM FOR CHILDREN
29-01 216th St., Bayside
718-281-8800
5 Dakota Drive, Suite 200, New Hyde Park
718-281-8600
St. Mary's is a leader in intensive rehabilitation, specialized medical care, and education for children with special needs and medically complex conditions. We help improve the health and quality of life for children and their families throughout the metro New York area by providing family-centered care at our state-of-the-art inpatient facility, St. Mary's Hospital for Children, at home care, and in the community. At St. Mary's, we believe in possible.
THE SUFFOLK CENTER FOR SPEECH & MYOFUNCTIONAL THERAPY
Nassau and Suffolk Locations, Stony Brook
631-689-6858
1500 William Floyd Parkway, Suite 303, East Yaphank
631-775-8203
631 Commack Road, Suite 1B, Commack
631-493-5859
2410 N. Ocean Ave, Suite 202, Farmingville
631-346-3334
Janine Stiene, speech-language pathologist, is owner and operator of Suffolk Center for Speech & Myofunctional Therapy. Along with her group of therapists, she supports families and children, specializing in PROMPT, feeding, myofunctional therapy, voice disorders, fluency, augmentative communication, articulation, auditory processing disorders and expressive/receptive language disorders (adults and children). Also offered are intensive feeding groups for individuals who suffer from texture and consistency aversions. There are three other affiliated offices across Long Island.
THE HAGEDORN LITTLE VILLAGE SCHOOL, JACK JOEL CENTER FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN
750 Hicksville Road, Seaford
516-520-6000
Email information@littlevillage.org
HLVS is a not-for-profit school highly regarded for providing outstanding educational and therapeutic services for children with a wide range of developmental disabilities.HLVS provides year-round programs and services that include diagnostic evaluations and treatment, early intervention, a preschool, an elementary school, SEIT and related services. Services provided onsite, in homes, nursery schools, and day care centers include speech, feeding, occupational, physical and movement therapy, behavior management/applied behavior analysis, counseling and support groups.
VARIETY CHILD LEARNING CENTER
47 Humphrey Drive, Syosset
516-921-7171
Email info@vclc.org
Variety Child Learning Center (VCLC) is a non-profit center whose mission is to support the education and inclusion of children with or at risk of disabilities, including autism, and assist families and train professionals who work with young children. Founded in 1966, all of VCLC programs are guided by the concept that early intervention with parental involvement can make a lasting impact on a child’s development that is not possible if services are delayed.
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