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From the Executive Director
Dear Friends,
The developmental, relationship-based approach that we use here, called “DIR Floortime” is based on the idea that children learn through interactions with people and the feelings of love, care, and joy that are shared in relationships. This is the basis for all learning, especially the capacities for initiative, creativity and engaging in problem-solving toward a shared goal. Fortunately, there is more and more appreciation of the value of social-emotional aspects of a child’s development, in contrast to rote learning and simply following commands. If you would like to learn more about DIR Floortime, please come to one of the Orientation classes (which are vendored by Regional Centers). And please support our work through your donations (click here), as we strive to increase awareness of DIR and offer more resources to the children and families in our community.
Thank you,
Diane Cullinane, M.D.
Executive Director
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Turkey Try-out for Feeding Clients
November 9, 5:15 pm |
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At this special PCDA event, Feeding Team clients can get ready for the holidays. Children practice eating traditional Thanksgiving foods in a festive environment, and parents can meet others who face similar issues in their families. For more information, please call our front desk. |
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PCDA Developmental Interventionist
of the Month: Amber Madsen!
Amber joined PCDA as a Music Therapy Intern. After finishing her internship in September 2015, she transitioned to the role of the Developmental Interventionist and has worked in a variety of programs. Amber's passion for the progress of her clients, her dedication to their families, and her excellent attention to detail have contributed to the success of the Programs Department and PCDA overall. We appreciate having her as a part of our team and thank her for her contributions.
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Community Events:
Down Syndrome Association of Los Angeles 2016 Buddy Walk
Oct. 15, 2016 at Los Angeles City Hall
PCDA Volunteer Jocelin Lopez at Emoji table with families
Lake Avenue Church 2016 Differently Abled Conference & Fair
Oct. 16, 2016
PCDA’s Anne Yee with church parent & volunteer Michelle Smith and her son Christopher
Boy Scouts of America 2016 Youth Expo
Oct. 29, 2016 at Rose Bowl
Community Outreach Coordinator Anne Yee with local scouts
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COMING UP!
Come hear PCDA’s Dr. Diane talk about why the DIR approach to behavioral challenges is so innovative and effective at this special event and book signing. Copies of her new book,
Behavioral Challenges in Children with Autism and Other Special Needs: The Developmental Approach will be available for sale. Sunday, Nov. 13 at 11:00 am. Vroman’s Bookstore is located at 695 E. Colorado Blvd. Pasadena 91101. Click here for more information. |
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Thank you Whole Foods Market
for your generous support in 2016!
Whole Foods has donated gift cards, gift baskets and catering for several PCDA events in 2016, and we are deeply grateful. Thank you, Whole Foods Pasadena, for your commitment to our community!
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Support the DIR/Floortime Coalition of California
Join parent and professional supporters of the DIR/Floortime Coalition of California for a film screening and fundraising dinner with the award-winning Director and stars of “Bass Clef Bliss - Terrance's Path," a movie at the intersection of music and autism! This unique event will be held on Saturday, November 12th at 6:30 pm at the KiDA School in Irvine. Come offer your support for educating parents and professionals about a better way to help children and families affected by autism! RSVP here.
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Volunteer of the Month: Shirley Deng!
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Shirley has been a wonderful volunteer who has supported many different PCDA programs and events this year. Shirley lent a hand at PCDA's Move-a-Thon in the spring as she interacted with children and their families, as well as stayed to clean up. Later in the fall season, Shirley offered her help again at PCDA's Harvest Moon event where she was instrumental in helping with the silent auction and clean up needs-she even recruited a friend to help! In addition to supporting special events, Shirley has been a valuable asset to PCDA's Young Athletes Program, Occupational Therapy Department, and Teen Buddies Program. The children love her as much as our staff, who appreciate her team spirit and kind demeanor. Shirley is always on time, always available to support in any way possible, and goes the extra steps to check in with her supervisor on what's needed for each session. She has a positive attitude and is generally gracious to everyone. Most recently, Shirley really helped in all areas that needed support for the annual Teen Art Show at Pasadena Central Library.
We all appreciate Shirley's efforts and continued dedication to PCDA! Thank you for all you do, Shirley! We love having you as part of the PCDA Volunteer Team!
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Book of the Month:
The Elephant & Piggie Series
by Mo Willems
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These accessible and appealing stories are full of authentic emotions about what makes friendships tick. With over two dozen books in the series, children can enjoy the adventures of these delightful characters for a long time.
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Nutrient of the Month:
Selenium!
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Selenium is a mineral that plays a key role in protecting your body from harmful chemicals. It is also important for your metabolism. Animal proteins, like fish, eggs, chicken, and turkey, as well as plant products, such as tofu, mushrooms, and asparagus are great sources of selenium. Try making this selenium-rich tuna salad with your children to enjoy with a variety of crackers, veggies, chips, or on breads!
Tuna Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cans tuna in water
- 1 stalk celery
- 1 pickle
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 teaspoons mustard
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional)
- Season with salt, pepper, dill or other spices to your taste preferences
Instructions
- Drain water from canned tuna.
- Chop celery and pickle.
- Mix ingredients together in a bowl.
- Serve with bread, crackers, veggies, etc. and allow your child to spread, dip and explore the tuna salad independently.
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Amazon donates 0.5% of the price of your eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the charitable organization of your choice. Support your PCDA by starting your shopping at smile.amazon.com. To learn more please click here.
Click here to visit our wish list to
make an in-kind donation.
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We are honored
to have your support –
thank you,
October 2016 Donors
De & Louis Abel
Pam & Jerry Ackrich
Sue & Ernest Arnold
Michael Bernard
BurkeTriolo Studio
Diane & Bill Cullinane
Janet & Douglas Delahooke
Dennis Duckwall
Glen Duncan
Mike Dunne
Jessica & Levi Gelineau
Sally & Stephen Godwin
Julie & Clark Hansen
Judy & C.T. Hartman
Jaimie & Steve Inzunza
Kimberly & Eric Kaufman
Jack Loos
Jim Maine
Lori & Philip Putnam
Cathy & David Riley
SCO, LLC
Kelly & Eric Shen
Kate & Odom Stamps
Stephan Striecki
Nasle Teyer
Truist
Lin & Alan Vlacich
Bobby Zahabizadeh
In memory of
Clarine Cullinane
Holy Family 50+ Club
Mary Fosselman
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Support PCDA
As year-end and the holiday season approach, PCDA is
deeply grateful to all of our sponsors and supporters. Donations in any amount are needed, welcome and much appreciated! Please consider making a charitable donation to PCDA right now by
clicking here –
thank you! |
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PCDA is committed to providing children with developmental challenges and their families with the best possible child development programs. Your donations will help us continue our commitment in leadership in service and professional education. PCDA is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization. Please learn more about the ways that you can support our efforts.
For further information, please contact Franci Levine-Grater at (626) 793-7350 ext. 289. |
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PCDA improves the lives of children and young adults who have autism or other developmental challenges, through leadership in family-centered, multidisciplinary services and professional training.
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