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From the Executive Director
Dear friends,
Last month I described one key feature of the DIRFloortime approach is that a child’s motivation for development is viewed as stemming from the joy inherent in relationships, rather than behaviors occurring simply to obtain a reward or consequence for ‘correct’ behavior. Another significant aspect of the DIR approach is the attention and respect given to individual differences. In DIR we celebrate each child’s unique interests and talents and strive to nurture those interests and build on them to support overall development, rather than using a child’s special interest as something to be discouraged, or limit access to an interest so that it is only allowed as a reward. Each child has a unique array of interests and challenges and we see tremendous growth as we join the child in their interests and help them to grow through sharing those interests with us. I hope these brief highlights of DIRFloortime inspire you to learn more and to support our efforts to offer this to more children and families. Parents and grandparents, please consider coming to our Orientation to Floortime classes!
Thank you,
Diane Cullinane, M.D.
Executive Director |
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Please join our efforts for children;
click on the flowers to donate today
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Upcoming Events
- June 10: Teen Club/Teen Buddies Car Wash
- July 8: PCDA Parents’ Meeting
- June 19 – July 15: Family Surveys
- July 8: Young Athletes Pasadena – Softball begins
- July 31 – Aug 11: Creative Arts Summer Program *Registration Now Open
- August 5 & 6: Rosé Soiree
- September 11 -16: Grandparent’s Week at PCDA
- October 1: Save the Date! Harvest Moon Annual Gala
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PCDA Music Therapy Teaching Tour
Thanks to our crowdfunding campaign, our April 29 benefit concert, and generous grant funds, we are only $3,500 from our goal! PLEASE ADD YOUR SUPPORT TODAY! Every dollar helps us transform the life of a child with autism through music, in Japan, the U.S. and around the world!
To donate, please visit out crowdfunding page at: https://www.generosity.com/volunteer-fundraising/pcda-music-therapy-teaching-tour--2
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Two New Social Skills Programs
Fun and Friends*
A Social Skills group for 3-4 year olds
PCDA is now offering Social Skills playgroup for 3-4 year olds!
Friday mornings from 9am – 10:30am at PCDA.
Parents are encouraged to join the fun with their little ones.
Socials Skills Group now in Baldwin Park!*
PCDA is happy to announce their collaboration with the City of Baldwin Park Department of Recreation and Community Services. Social Skills Groups are now being offered at the Teri G. Muse Family Service Center.
*Both programs are vendored by the regional center
For more information, please contact Jennifer Avendano at 626-793-7350 x222
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Sing at the Rose Bowl on 4th of July Celebration!
PCDA children and teens are invited to sing the National Anthem with Maximo Marcuso at the 91st Annual Americafest at the Rose Bowl. If your child is interested in participating, please sign up at PCDA reception or call 626-793-7350.
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PCDA Parents' Meeting
Calling all Parents!
Please come to the 1st Annual PCDA Parents’ Meeting on
Saturday, June 17, 2:30pm – 4:00pm.
Meet other parents, learn about PCDA plans and events, learn about ways to volunteer, give us your ideas, and WIN raffle prizes! Please RSVP by calling or email to reception1@pcdateam.org *Child care available*
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“Audrey has really blossomed since being at PCDA. Our bond is so much stronger because we have been able to connect with her through music therapy and her other therapies. She has learned so much from being a part of social skills and has learned a lot from her peer interactions. Her social skills facilitator has been amazing. I feel that Audrey is safe to be the unique person that she is here at PCDA. We feel so supported by PCDA and we just love PCDA!” - Sylvia Pabon, Mother |
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Former MFT Intern Madeleine Sayegh Earns Licensure
Having completed her Internship hours, and passed her clinical licensing exam, Madeleine Sayegh, MS, has earned her Marriage and Family Therapist license. She is now certified for the independent practice of psychotherapy in the State of California. Madeleine will continue her work in the Psychology and Counseling Department here at PCDA, providing Developmental Behavioral Consultation (DBC) and DBC Assessments for children and families. Please join us in offering congratulations to Madeleine on this major professional career milestone.
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Congratulations Shirley Deng for being
DI of the Month!
Shirley joined PCDA in June 2016 as a volunteer upon completing her B.S. in Molecular, Cell, and Developmental Biology at UCLA. In her role as a volunteer, she has supported our agency with various programs and events such as YAP and creative arts camp. Shelley transitioned to the role of Developmental Interventionist I in January 2017 and has been a great support and addition to our programs team. We appreciate her work with our clients and are honored to award her with DI of the Month for May 2017.
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NOW HIRING Child Development Interventionists
A child development interventionist supports a child through play-based intervention in programs in the clinic and in the home and community settings.
For more information, visit: http://www.pcdateam.org/career-opportunities/
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Russian Nights
On Saturday, May 20th, we held our second annual "Russian Nights: A Black Tie Affair" at the home of Carolyn and Craig Watson in South Pasadena. The Russian-themed evening featured a premium caviar tasting, a thrilling chamber music recital featuring the Los Angeles Cello Quartet, and a fabulous Russian-themed dinner by Chefs Claud Beltran and Onil Chibas.  |
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HELP US GET FUNDING FOR ALL AUTISM TREATMENT!
The DIR/Floortime Coalition has a new bill--Senator Anthony Portantino's SB 399 will require insurance funding for the most appropriate treatment approach for each patient with autism!
We need you to add your name to our sample letter. We must show that parents, professionals, and organizations are behind this bill.
Please click here to add your name: http://www.dirfloortimecoc.com/news--updates.html
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Book of the Month:
Waiting Is Not Easy
by Mo Willems
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Just like the other Elephant and Piggie books, “Waiting is Not Easy” is fun and has a good lesson….good things come to those who wait! Gerald the Elephant is having a hard time waiting for Piggie’s surprise. In the end the surprise is well worth the waiting. |
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Nutrient of the Month:
Copper
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Copper is a mineral that is central to building strong tissue, maintaining healthy amounts of blood, and helping the body make energy.
Sesame seeds, nuts, mushrooms, dark-leafy greens, and legumes are great sources of copper. Try making this healthy lentil salad with your children. They can add ingredients, mix and stir after you have done the preparation. |
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Lentil Salad
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked lentils (Trader Joe’s sells a nice version of ready to serve lentils http://www.traderjoes.com/fearless-flyer/article/1533 ) or you can purchase dried lentils and boil until soft
- 1 cup chopped kale
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
- 1 small tomato (chopped)
- ¼ cup chopped red onion (optional)
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1-2 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Chop vegetables.
- Add cooked lentils to medium sized mixing bowl.
- Add chopped vegetables, olive oil and salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Cut lemons in half, remove seeds, and squeeze over bowl of lentil salad. Mix well.
- Enjoy!
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We are honored to have your support – thank you,
May 2017 Donors!
Alan & Lin Vlacich
Andrea Perez
Autism Speaks, Inc.
Bill & Dr. Diane Cullinane
Boeing
Christine Splichal
Danny & Benita Shain
Eric & Kelly Shen
Eric & Kimberly Kaufman
Glenn Kawahara
Gloria Kondrup
Gwynne Jacklich
Jason Taylor
Joan Aarested
John Orders
Karla Russell
Katherine & Warren Wimmer
Michael & Leslie Bernard
Pasadena Showcase House
Preetha Sundareswaran
Regina & Chiyo Sakurai
Ron & Karen Bruno
Ron Margolis
Stanley Tahara
Susan Baum
Vahram & Mary Kalonsdian
Vidia Mamesah
Virginia Ko
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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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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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