Adults with Developmental Disabilities

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Adults with Developmental Disabilities
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• Ala Costa Center

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• Developmental disabilities are conditions that
  affect a person's physical, learning, or behavior
  abilities. They often begin during a person's
  developmental period and usually last through
  their lifetime.
• People with developmental disabilities can have a
  range of problems including sensory issues,
  behavioral or conduct disorders, and even genetic
  or chromosome abnormalities.

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Youth with Special Needs
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• Youth With Special Needs Bay Area are able to
  receive the additional resources they need
  through Medicaid or other state-based programs,
  some may not have access to these services. In
  these cases, the Family Center can help connect
  families to resources.
• Parents and caregivers of children with special
  health care needs can call the Family Center to
  request assistance with finding services,
  navigating state and federal systems, or making
  appointments for their child. They can also
  request a free health screening.

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• There are a variety of community-based agencies
  in the State of Michigan that provide services to
  children with special health care needs and their
  families. These services range from counseling to
  physical and occupational therapy to behavioral
  health and more.
• In addition, many public schools and preschools
  have specialized programs for children with
  special health care needs. These programs can
  provide additional services, such as extra time
  to study or a more structured learning
  environment.

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Teacher Award
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• The Teacher Award is a national program that
  recognizes teachers who are making an
  extraordinary impact on the lives of children
  with special needs. The winner of the award is
  recognized as a role model and speaks for all
  teachers statewide.
• Her passion for learning and teaching, along with
  her energy level, drive her to continually
  improve the quality of instruction and student
  success. She is committed to providing the
  social-emotional support, rigorous demand,
  personal warmth and professionalism her students
  need to succeed.
• During her first year of teaching, Taylor
  transitioned Wenonah Elementary School from a
  resource-based setting to an inclusive education
  environment. Her innovative and effective
  instructional practice has helped her to
  successfully teach a diverse group of students
  and achieve high rates of student growth.

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Down Syndrome Program

• A key step in transitioning is choosing the
  appropriate service for each individuals needs.
  For some, this may mean day-to-day support to
  help them with their daily activities or more
  advanced counseling and specialized therapy.
• Early Intervention These services are designed to
  address delays in physical, cognitive, language
  and social development that can occur as a result
  of Down syndrome. They can begin any time after
  birth but are recommended as soon as possible.
• They typically include a speech therapist and
  physical therapist. The therapist meets with the
  child two to four times per month to monitor the
  progress of their development.
• Down Syndrome Program Oakland will need these
  services, they can make an important difference
  in a childs overall progress and development.

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Autism Program
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• Autism is a developmental disability that affects
  the way the brain works. It can cause difficulty
  in learning, communication, and social
  interaction. It can also result in severe
  behavioral challenges. Children, teens and adults
  with autism can be helped by many different
  programs and services.
• The Autism Program provides education and
  socialization in a small, secure environment for
  students with an autism spectrum diagnosis.
  Designed to meet the individual cognitive, social
  and communication needs of students through
  research-based models, this 611 classroom (6
  students, 1 teacher and 1 teaching assistant) is
  staffed with trained professionals who use a
  variety of instructional methods.

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• Special education teachers, speech therapists and
  other professional staff assist students in
  developing communication, social skills, and
  independent living skills. Various strategies are
  used, including Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA),
  Picture Exchange Communication Systems (PECS),
  and other techniques.
• This is an intensive residential and day school
  for students with autism, who are diagnosed with
  a wide range of other intellectual or
  developmental disabilities. Its curriculum is
  based on the principles of applied behavior
  analysis and emphasizes cognitive, social and
  emotional development for these children.
• The Autism Program provides residential and day
  services for children with autism and other
  disabilities, aged 5 to 21 years old. The
  services include educational, therapy,
  recreational and social activities, employment
  training and support, home and community based
  supports, and vocational training.

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THANK YOU
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• Address 1300 Rose Street Berkeley, CA 94702
• Website https//www.alacostacenters.org/
• Phone Number [phone]
• Email info_at_alacostacenters.org