A listing of Sensory Gyms, Therapies, Respite and Recreation for kids with autism (and other special needs) in New York City.
Achilles Kids. Achilles Kids is a running-walking-rolling program that provide kids with disabilities the opportunity to exercise regularly and compete with other runners. Equally important, they give children a way to measure achievement at any level of participation, gain confidence through their successes, and have fun.ArtsRx. Creative arts/music/dance therapy. (Manhattan & Brooklyn)
Gallop NYC Therapeutic Riding. “The mission of GallopNYC is to improve the lives of children and adults in New York City facing developmental, emotional, social, and physical challenges through the benefits of therapeutic horseback riding.” (Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan)
Gigi’s Playhouse. “Through social awareness and individual skill building, GiGi’s Playhouse is committed to rallying over one million voices who will friend and defend our loved ones with Down syndrome – and empower these individuals to tell the world, ‘I have a voice!'”
Happy Hour 4 Kids. “Created to serve the individual needs of children who were having difficulty socializing with their peers.”
Kicking the Spectrum. “Kicking the Spectrum™ helps children reach their potential by practicing martial arts techniques.” (Upper East Side)
Kids in Motion. Located in the Riverdale section of the Bronx, this sensory gym provides OT and Speech services. They are located at 2735 Henry Hudson Pkway. W. Suite 102, Bronx, NY 10463-4701. For more information – please call (718) 601-7400 or email: kidsinmotionot@optonline.net.
Leake & Watts. Services include Residential Services, Recreation and Respite Services, Supportive Employment Services, and Medicaid Service Coordination.
NYC Dept of Special Ed. Parent Resources – Related Service Providers
plai Theatre.”Because of the wide range of challenges faced by children with disabilities, it is understandable that developing physical, emotional and psychological growth must be a parent’s primary concern. Theatre not only provides “quality of life experiences” for severely challenged and lower functioning children but also stimulate, motivate and create relationships between the artists, the participants and the audience.”
plai Theatre.”Because of the wide range of challenges faced by children with disabilities, it is understandable that developing physical, emotional and psychological growth must be a parent’s primary concern. Theatre not only provides “quality of life experiences” for severely challenged and lower functioning children but also stimulate, motivate and create relationships between the artists, the participants and the audience.”
SNACK. Special Needs Activity Center for Kids and is on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. SNACK offers a wealth of services (including swimming, soccer and speech). All of the therapists and staff are experienced professionals. The address for: SNACK & Friends, Inc. 220 East 86th Street (Lower Level) – New York, NY 10028. For more information please call (212) 439 – 9996 or email: info@snacknyc.com
Watch Me Grow. A Children’s Sensory Gym & Speech-Language Center with 2 Manhattan locations.
YAI Socialization Groups at The Gramercy School. This program is designed to enhance your child’s social abilities, with a focus on interacting with peers, developing pro-social behaviors and decreasing behaviors that hinder appropriate social interactions. Groups are appropriate for children ages 5-10. For information about fees and screening, please call YAI LINK at 1-866-2-YAI-LINK, TDD: 212-290-2787.
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If you would like to have your information posted, please email me – Lisa Quinones-Fontanez – at autismwonderland@gmail.com
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