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Having a unit within the Preschool Services Agency can serve as a tool to improve the transition for a child and family from Early Intervention Services to the School System, increase care coordination for children, and will allow Preschool Services staff access to all of the WATCH Professional Development sessions.

We are excited about the many potential benefits and collaborative interactions this resource will provide to children, families and professionals.

INCLUSION INSTITUTE!

February 21, 2008

8:30-4:15

Radission Hotel

Research Triangle Park

Community Partnerships, Inc. (CPI), is pleased to present the

2008 Inclusion Institute.

This interactive, 1-day training workshop is an opportunity for childcare and recreation providers to learn a new way of working with children and youth with disabilities and to learn practical strategies for including children of all abilities in their programs. Join us on this inspiring day when CPI will team up with Kids Included Together (KIT) to share over 60 years of combined experience in inclusive practices

Register by Feb. 2

Cost is $90.00

Call Kathi Gillaspy at

919.781.3616 ext.235

for more information.

WATCH Numbers for October and November

WATCH Members used the videoconference units in a variety of ways in October and November. Five WATCH video-conference sessions were held. Three of these sessions were educational events, one was a clinical consult between Dr. Alexander and an OTR/L at Pediatric Therapy Associates, and one was a networking discussion between WATCH therapists and therapists in Wilmington on the uses of Theratogs (see related article).

Ninety-four people participated in these videoconference sessions. Evaluations show the average satisfaction and comfort level for all participants rated a 4.8 out of 5.0.

Wake County Services and Resource for Children Birth-Five Webpage

Is your service or agency listed in the Wake County Services and Resources for Children Birth-Five Webpage?

The webpage, located on the TelAbility website, was an idea initiated through the Wake County LICC and made possible through funds from Smart Start.

The webpage is a searchable data base directory that allows someone to select specific fields (ie: PT, OT, playgroups, etc.) to find the services they need for young children. Agencies with services that match those field are sorted and listed, providing a comprehensive overview of that program.

Agencies are asked to pay a one time, $25 registration fee and attend an orientation session in order to be listed.

Currently there are 25 programs included in the webpage. In order for this to be a comprehesive resource for the county we want your agency included and we need you to spread the word to parents and providers.

Contact Juliellen at jsimpvos@med.unc.edu to obtain an enrollment form or find out more about the webpage directory.

A Night with Santa!

Come join the staff at

The Charlie Gaddy Children's Center

for an inclusive holiday fundraiser. The evening will include a visit with Santa, holiday craft making and cookie decorating. The event is for children 12 and under of all abilities. The cost is $10.00 per child.

All proceeds will go to help the children at the Easter Seals UCP Charlie Gaddy Center.

Please call 919.773.2020 to RSVP.

Employment Opportunities

Part-Time Afternoon Teacher

Easter Seals UCP Charlie Gaddy Children's Center is in need of an afternoon floater teacher, Monday-Fridays from 2:30-5:45.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Credential and experience preferred.

This position would assist classroom teachers in inclusive preschool serving children 0-5 with or without special needs.

Please respond to:

Pam Ray, Director

Fax#: 919-773-2020
Email: pam.ray@nc.eastersealsucp.com

Phone: 919-773-2020

Speech Language Pathologist Position Available

Carolina Children's Therapy is currently searching for an SLP for the Clayton clinic.

Any interested candidates can contact Lisa Brogdon at lhbrogdon-cct@embarqmail.com

or at (919)359-0589.

Upcoming Dates: