Music Therapy
Music to Grow On
8801 Folsom Blvd. Suite 105
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 383-6100
(916) 383-6490
[email protected]
Bessie J. Barth, MT-BC, NMT
Spencer Hardy, MT-BC
Carly Litvik, MT-BC
Cheri Sintay, MT-BC
Kimberly Smith-Ensign, MT-BC
Speech and Language Therapy Associates, Inc.
8089 Madison Avenue, Suite 7
Citrus Heights, CA 95610
(916) 536-1100
(916) 536-1114 fax
http://sltainc.com
Rachel Firchau, MT-BC, NMT
Fellow, Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy
Yuriko Urushibata, MT-BC, NMT
8801 Folsom Blvd. Suite 105
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 383-6100
(916) 383-6490
[email protected]
Bessie J. Barth, MT-BC, NMT
Spencer Hardy, MT-BC
Carly Litvik, MT-BC
Cheri Sintay, MT-BC
Kimberly Smith-Ensign, MT-BC
- Music to Grow On provides music therapy for clients of all ages and abilities.
- Music Therapy addresses outcomes in communication, cognition and learning, psychosocial adjustments, and motor and sensory processing.
- Group and individual service in clinic or home are available.
Speech and Language Therapy Associates, Inc.
8089 Madison Avenue, Suite 7
Citrus Heights, CA 95610
(916) 536-1100
(916) 536-1114 fax
http://sltainc.com
Rachel Firchau, MT-BC, NMT
Fellow, Academy of Neurologic Music Therapy
Yuriko Urushibata, MT-BC, NMT
- Center for Speech, Music and Occupational Therapy
- Provides music therapy for clients across the life span, targeted at developing increased communication, socialization, sensory-motor function, memory, auditory attention, and auditory sensitivity.
- Specialty in neuro-developmental disorders including autism
Occupational Therapy
Burger Pediatric Therapy Center
101 E. Natoma Street
Folsom, CA 95630-2700
(916) 353-5295
(916) 353-5297 fax
www.Burger-Rehab.com
Easter Seals Superior California
3205 Hurley Way
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 485-6711
(916 485-2653 fax
(888 877-3257 toll free
101 E. Natoma Street
Folsom, CA 95630-2700
(916) 353-5295
(916) 353-5297 fax
www.Burger-Rehab.com
- Provides occupational and physical therapy, and speech therapy.
Easter Seals Superior California
3205 Hurley Way
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 485-6711
(916 485-2653 fax
(888 877-3257 toll free
School and Education Options
Special Education
Department of Education—Special Education Division
1430 N Street, Suite 2401
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 319-0800; (916) 327-3516 fax
Fred Balcom, PhD, Director
Non-Public Schools
Non-Public Schools (NPS) contract with school districts to provide education to students as specified in their IEPs. Remember, before placement in an NPS, parents must very carefully examine and observe the proposed placement to ensure it is appropriate to meet their child’s needs. Be sure to talk to other parents and get their feedback about the NPS you are considering.
Aldar Academy
4436 Engle Road
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 485-9685
http://aldaracademy.org
Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc (ABC)
4540 Harlin Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 364-7800
http://www.appliedbehaviorconsultants.com
Northern California Preparatory School*
6046 Lemon Hill Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 383-6222
http://ncpsschool.com/home.html
*May be able to take private pay students, make inquiries directly with school
Charter Schools
Charter schools are tuition-free public schools (with campus-based and independent study options), and they have public-school responsibility to provide special education services per the student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Most charter schools have waiting lists and lotteries for enrollment, so it is best to look into this option early on. Children are eligible to attend charter schools not located in their home districts. Visit the California Department of Education website to find out more. View charters’ websites, make phone calls, and schedule visits to see if the charter option is right for your child’s individualized educational needs.
Antelope View Charter School
3243 Center Court Lane
Antelope, CA 95843
(916) 339-4690
http://www.antelopeview.org/index.html
Horizon Charter Schools
2800 Nicolaus Road Suite 100
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 408-5223
http://www.horizoncharterschool.org
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy
6880 Destiny Drive
Rocklin, CA 95677
(916) 778-4544
http://www.wscacademy.org/index.jsp
Private Schools
Many private schools are willing to serve children with special needs and often offer programs and activities to give them opportunities to practice social skills and develop friendships. Please be sure to check them out thoroughly and ask for references.
Bradshaw Christian School
8324 Bradshaw Road
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 688-0521
http://www.bradshawchristian.com
Freedom Christian School
7736 Sunset Avenue
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
(916) 962-0783
http://www.fcs-online.org
Sacramento Country Day School
2636 Latham Drive
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 481-8811
http://www.saccds.com
Notes/Assistance
Studocu
https://www.studocu.com/en-us
"Find top-rated study notes from students taking the same courses as you."
Department of Education—Special Education Division
1430 N Street, Suite 2401
Sacramento, CA 95814
(916) 319-0800; (916) 327-3516 fax
Fred Balcom, PhD, Director
- Each school district belongs to a Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA). The SELPA provides assistance to assure program availability to all students with disabilities. They have early infant programs for children less than three years of age, and special education classes for children age three and up.
- The districts also provide speech therapy, occupational therapy, parent training, and other related services. If a district does not have a service that your child needs, they will contract out to a county program, or pay for a private non-public service.
- The school districts are obligated by law to provide a free and appropriate education (FAPE) for a child with autism or Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD-NOS).
- Note: Elk Grove, Sacramento, Folsom Cordova and San Juan are all single district SELPAs. All other districts constitute the fourth SELPA in Sacramento County. Other areas may incorporate multiple districts within their SELPAs.
Non-Public Schools
Non-Public Schools (NPS) contract with school districts to provide education to students as specified in their IEPs. Remember, before placement in an NPS, parents must very carefully examine and observe the proposed placement to ensure it is appropriate to meet their child’s needs. Be sure to talk to other parents and get their feedback about the NPS you are considering.
Aldar Academy
4436 Engle Road
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 485-9685
http://aldaracademy.org
Applied Behavior Consultants, Inc (ABC)
4540 Harlin Drive
Sacramento, CA 95826
(916) 364-7800
http://www.appliedbehaviorconsultants.com
Northern California Preparatory School*
6046 Lemon Hill Avenue
Sacramento, CA 95824
(916) 383-6222
http://ncpsschool.com/home.html
*May be able to take private pay students, make inquiries directly with school
Charter Schools
Charter schools are tuition-free public schools (with campus-based and independent study options), and they have public-school responsibility to provide special education services per the student’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Most charter schools have waiting lists and lotteries for enrollment, so it is best to look into this option early on. Children are eligible to attend charter schools not located in their home districts. Visit the California Department of Education website to find out more. View charters’ websites, make phone calls, and schedule visits to see if the charter option is right for your child’s individualized educational needs.
Antelope View Charter School
3243 Center Court Lane
Antelope, CA 95843
(916) 339-4690
http://www.antelopeview.org/index.html
Horizon Charter Schools
2800 Nicolaus Road Suite 100
Lincoln, CA 95648
(916) 408-5223
http://www.horizoncharterschool.org
Western Sierra Collegiate Academy
6880 Destiny Drive
Rocklin, CA 95677
(916) 778-4544
http://www.wscacademy.org/index.jsp
Private Schools
Many private schools are willing to serve children with special needs and often offer programs and activities to give them opportunities to practice social skills and develop friendships. Please be sure to check them out thoroughly and ask for references.
Bradshaw Christian School
8324 Bradshaw Road
Sacramento, CA 95829
(916) 688-0521
http://www.bradshawchristian.com
Freedom Christian School
7736 Sunset Avenue
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
(916) 962-0783
http://www.fcs-online.org
Sacramento Country Day School
2636 Latham Drive
Sacramento, CA 95864
(916) 481-8811
http://www.saccds.com
Notes/Assistance
Studocu
https://www.studocu.com/en-us
"Find top-rated study notes from students taking the same courses as you."
Social Skills/Group Therapy
Healing Pathways Psychological Services
2710 X Street
Sacramento, CA 95818
(916) 595-7233
(916) 453-9093 fax
www.sacramentocounseling.net
Leona Kashersky, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist
Pathways Therapy Center
9700 Fair Oaks Blvd., Suite G
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
(916) 979-0964
(916) 962-1940 fax
[email protected]
Sally Fitts, LCSW, Director
Kristi Kline, MFT
Social & Cognitive Learning Center
907 3rd Street
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 231-5475
www.SocialAndCognitiveLearningCenter.com
[email protected]
Noriko Y. Abenojar, MSW PPS, Director
2710 X Street
Sacramento, CA 95818
(916) 595-7233
(916) 453-9093 fax
www.sacramentocounseling.net
Leona Kashersky, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist
- Family, Group, and Individual Social Skills Training: Dr. Kashersky is the founder and Director of Healing Pathways Psychological Services.
- Her early training was focused on assisting families in their search for balance.
- Dr. Kashersky has helped create customized social skills training programs to assist families living with high functioning autism.
- She facilitates groups to assist individuals in practicing social skills with others who can provide the most practical opportunities to learn.
- These individualized social skills training programs teach families and individuals how to take the social skills they learn in the office and apply them to their work, classroom and family life.
Pathways Therapy Center
9700 Fair Oaks Blvd., Suite G
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
(916) 979-0964
(916) 962-1940 fax
[email protected]
Sally Fitts, LCSW, Director
Kristi Kline, MFT
- Services include: Social/Relational Therapy Groups: These small well-matched groups are influenced by a safe positive atmosphere to build greater social competence and motivation.
- Group goals are individualized to meet the specific needs of each participant. Individual and Family Counseling Staff is sensitive and experienced in working with individual and family issues
Social & Cognitive Learning Center
907 3rd Street
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 231-5475
www.SocialAndCognitiveLearningCenter.com
[email protected]
Noriko Y. Abenojar, MSW PPS, Director
- We strive to support individuals and their families in living happy, healthy, and confident lives.
- A multi-disciplinary approach is used to provide individualized assessments and services to address social and cognitive needs.
- We focus our efforts into making the interventions hands-on and practical, directly impacting the lives of those involved.
- Collaboration and communication with family members, school personnel, and other professionals is an integral part of our approach, allowing us to understand one’s functioning in his/her environment.
- At SCLC, we provide a number of services for children and adults. They include: Comprehensive Social Skills Coaching Program Cogmed (Evidence-based Working Memory Program) Executive Functioning Coaching Educational Seminars Parent Support Collaboration with Schools
Special Olympics
Special Olympics Northern California
Special Olympics Northern California provides FREE year-round sports, health and leadership programs for more than 17,000 children and adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
https://sonc.org/be-an-athlete/
Sports Offered & Registration Periods:
Winter (January – March)
Basketball: Register between November 15 – December 10 of the previous year
Spring (March – June)
Bocce, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field: Register between February 1 – 28
Summer (June – September)
Softball (June – August) & Golf (July – September): Register between May 15 – June 10
Fall (August – December)
Unified Flag Football, Soccer (August – November): Register between July 15 – August 15
Bowling (September – December): Register between August 1 – 31
Floor Hockey (October – December): Register between August 1 – 31
Golf
California Eagles “Special Olympics” Program: The First Tee of Greater Sacramento
4427 Freeport Blvd.
Sacramento, California 95822
(916) 486-6220
https://firstteesacramento.org/programs/programs-for-individuals-with-disabilities/
CALIFORNIA EAGLES
The California Eagles (Special Olympics) program has been one of our most loved programs since its inception in 1986. This program annually brings over 100 young people and adults with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, and other special needs or disabilities out to the golf course 25 weeks per year.
ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION
The students attending this class have physical and/or mental disabilities. They all have the potential to be productive adult members of our society. Through their lessons at school, in therapies and this program they are preparing to live as independently as possible, hold a job in the future and feel empowered to set and achieve goals for their lives.
SWING CLUB FOR THE BLIND
Each weekly outing includes nine holes of golf, preceded by a short review lesson in golf fundamentals given by a staff member of First Tee. During the round, each player is accompanied by a sighted volunteer who assists in lining up the golfer, and provides information about distance and direction. Play is alternate shot by the player and a volunteer. The club has averaged 15-20 players and 25-30 volunteers annually.
ELS FOR AUTISM
We have partnered with the Els for Autism #GameON Autism™ Golf program to provide evidence-based practices for teaching golf to people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The goal of the program is for participants to achieve their individual golf successes, build confidence and self-esteem, in a fun, welcoming and supportive environment.
Michael Firpo – Director of Programs
Email: [email protected]
Gymnastics and Dance
Auburn Gymnastics Center
11480 C Avenue DeWitt Center
Auburn, CA
http://auburn-gymnastics.com/
(530) 823-2031
City of Davis Gymnastics and Dance Center
23 Russell Blvd.
Davis, CA 95616
https://www.cityofdavis.org/city-hall/parks-and-community-services/gymnastics-and-dance
Dance 10 Studio
11251 Coloma Road, Suite B
Gold River, CA 95670
(916) 851-9161
(916) 851-9172 fax
www.mydance10.com
[email protected]
Kayaking
Current Adventures Kayak School & Trips
P. O. Box 828
Lotus, CA 95651
(888) 452-9254
(530) 333-9115
www.CurrentAdventures.com
[email protected]
Soccer
Capital Valley Youth Soccer
Sponsor for TOPSoccer Outreach Program
Carmichael, Citrus Heights, North Highlands area
(800) 476-2237 (4-soccer)
www.usYouthSoccer.org
TOPSoccer
5050 Roseville Road Sp E-27
North Highlands, CA 95660
Cathy Crothers (916) 966-6230
Mike Wynn (916) 349-9901
Elk Grove Youth Soccer League
Jeff & Heidi Powers
(916) 714-1400
www.elkgrove-soccer.com/TOPSoccer
Sierra Gold Soccer Club
Placerville, CA
800/ 886-5549
www.sierragoldsoccer.org
Swimming
Barbara Morse Wackford Community Aquatic Complex
9014 Bruceville Rd.
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 405-5600
www.yourcsd.com/parks
Del Norte Club
3040 Becerra Way
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 483-5111
www.delnorteclub.com
Folsom Aquatic Center
1200 Riley Street
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 355-8318
www.visitfolsom.com
Sacramento Parks and Recreation: Access Aquatics
(916) 808-2306
www.CityofSacramento.org/ParksandRecreation
Yoga
Yoga Therapy of Sacramento
8030 Sacramento Street
Fair Oaks CA 95628
(916) 769-3366
Maura Gerck, Certified Instructor
Winter Sports
USA-Far West: Adaptive Snowsports Lessons
Alpine Meadows Resort
Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort
(530)581-4161
www.dsusafw.org
[email protected]
Special Olympics Winter Sports
www.sonc.org
Youth Baseball
District 54 Little League Challenger Division
Folsom/El Dorado Hills (Dist. 54)
(530) 558-5374.
www.ca54littleleague.com
Tri-City Little League
(916) 773-4454 Rocklin
www.tricitylittleleague.com
[email protected]
Special Olympics Northern California provides FREE year-round sports, health and leadership programs for more than 17,000 children and adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
https://sonc.org/be-an-athlete/
Sports Offered & Registration Periods:
Winter (January – March)
Basketball: Register between November 15 – December 10 of the previous year
Spring (March – June)
Bocce, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field: Register between February 1 – 28
Summer (June – September)
Softball (June – August) & Golf (July – September): Register between May 15 – June 10
Fall (August – December)
Unified Flag Football, Soccer (August – November): Register between July 15 – August 15
Bowling (September – December): Register between August 1 – 31
Floor Hockey (October – December): Register between August 1 – 31
Golf
California Eagles “Special Olympics” Program: The First Tee of Greater Sacramento
4427 Freeport Blvd.
Sacramento, California 95822
(916) 486-6220
https://firstteesacramento.org/programs/programs-for-individuals-with-disabilities/
CALIFORNIA EAGLES
The California Eagles (Special Olympics) program has been one of our most loved programs since its inception in 1986. This program annually brings over 100 young people and adults with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, and other special needs or disabilities out to the golf course 25 weeks per year.
ADAPTIVE PHYSICAL EDUCATION
The students attending this class have physical and/or mental disabilities. They all have the potential to be productive adult members of our society. Through their lessons at school, in therapies and this program they are preparing to live as independently as possible, hold a job in the future and feel empowered to set and achieve goals for their lives.
SWING CLUB FOR THE BLIND
Each weekly outing includes nine holes of golf, preceded by a short review lesson in golf fundamentals given by a staff member of First Tee. During the round, each player is accompanied by a sighted volunteer who assists in lining up the golfer, and provides information about distance and direction. Play is alternate shot by the player and a volunteer. The club has averaged 15-20 players and 25-30 volunteers annually.
ELS FOR AUTISM
We have partnered with the Els for Autism #GameON Autism™ Golf program to provide evidence-based practices for teaching golf to people with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The goal of the program is for participants to achieve their individual golf successes, build confidence and self-esteem, in a fun, welcoming and supportive environment.
Michael Firpo – Director of Programs
Email: [email protected]
Gymnastics and Dance
Auburn Gymnastics Center
11480 C Avenue DeWitt Center
Auburn, CA
http://auburn-gymnastics.com/
(530) 823-2031
- Auburn-gymnastics.com Offering special needs classes.
- Scholarships are available from Fit for Life non-profit foundation.
City of Davis Gymnastics and Dance Center
23 Russell Blvd.
Davis, CA 95616
https://www.cityofdavis.org/city-hall/parks-and-community-services/gymnastics-and-dance
Dance 10 Studio
11251 Coloma Road, Suite B
Gold River, CA 95670
(916) 851-9161
(916) 851-9172 fax
www.mydance10.com
[email protected]
- Dance 10 Studio offers classes for kids with special needs, ages seven to 20.
Kayaking
Current Adventures Kayak School & Trips
P. O. Box 828
Lotus, CA 95651
(888) 452-9254
(530) 333-9115
www.CurrentAdventures.com
[email protected]
- Beginning classes are taught in the safe, controlled environment of Lake Natoma and special hideaways like Swampland and Berry Pond.
- Fun and water safety are primary goals.
Soccer
Capital Valley Youth Soccer
Sponsor for TOPSoccer Outreach Program
Carmichael, Citrus Heights, North Highlands area
(800) 476-2237 (4-soccer)
www.usYouthSoccer.org
TOPSoccer
5050 Roseville Road Sp E-27
North Highlands, CA 95660
Cathy Crothers (916) 966-6230
Mike Wynn (916) 349-9901
- TOPSoccer is a community based soccer program that is designed to meet the needs of children with physical and/or developmental delays and is geared toward player development rather than competition.
- Athletes are placed on teams according to ability, not by age.
- TOPSoccer is open to any child with a disability.
Elk Grove Youth Soccer League
Jeff & Heidi Powers
(916) 714-1400
www.elkgrove-soccer.com/TOPSoccer
Sierra Gold Soccer Club
Placerville, CA
800/ 886-5549
www.sierragoldsoccer.org
Swimming
Barbara Morse Wackford Community Aquatic Complex
9014 Bruceville Rd.
Elk Grove, CA 95758
(916) 405-5600
www.yourcsd.com/parks
- Two recreation pools with water play features and water slides.
Del Norte Club
3040 Becerra Way
Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 483-5111
www.delnorteclub.com
- Fall swim clinics, swim lessons and aquatic fitness classes
Folsom Aquatic Center
1200 Riley Street
Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 355-8318
www.visitfolsom.com
- Year round facility including recreation swim, swim lessons and water play structure.
Sacramento Parks and Recreation: Access Aquatics
(916) 808-2306
www.CityofSacramento.org/ParksandRecreation
- Lessons for individuals with disabilities.
Yoga
Yoga Therapy of Sacramento
8030 Sacramento Street
Fair Oaks CA 95628
(916) 769-3366
Maura Gerck, Certified Instructor
- Specializing in therapeutic yoga for special needs children and adults in a one-to-one or group setting.
- Positive behavioral interventions are implemented to complement the individual’s current therapies.
- Concentration on the development of mental focus, fine motor, gross motor, midline flexibility, endurance, and eye-hand coordination.
- Therapy can be provided in the home by arrangement. ½ hour $35; 45 minutes $50
Winter Sports
USA-Far West: Adaptive Snowsports Lessons
Alpine Meadows Resort
Northstar-at-Tahoe Resort
(530)581-4161
www.dsusafw.org
[email protected]
- Adaptive Snowsports Lessons for Special Needs Children
Special Olympics Winter Sports
www.sonc.org
- Contact Special Olympics of Northern California for Winter Sports.
- May include snow-shoeing, cross-country skiing, downhill-skiing, and snow-boarding.
Youth Baseball
District 54 Little League Challenger Division
Folsom/El Dorado Hills (Dist. 54)
(530) 558-5374.
www.ca54littleleague.com
Tri-City Little League
(916) 773-4454 Rocklin
www.tricitylittleleague.com
[email protected]
- The Challenger Division was established in 1989 as a separate division of Little League Baseball to enable boys and girls with physical and mental disabilities, ages 5-18 or the completion of high school, to enjoy the game of baseball along with the millions of other children who participate in this sport worldwide.
- If you are interested in having a child participate in our challenger program please visit our website and complete the online registration.If customers can’t find it, it doesn’t exist. Clearly list and describe the services you offer. Also, be sure to showcase a premium service.
Speech and Language Therapy
The MaryJane Rees Language, Speech and Hearing Center
California State University, Sacramento
Speech Pathology and Audiology Dept.
6000 J Street Sacramento, CA 95819-6071
(916) 278-6601
(916) 278-7730 fax
www.hhs.CSUS.edu/SPA
Center for Speech Pathology
750 F Street, Suite 2
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 758-8944
www.centerforspeechpathology.com
Suzanne Scott, M.A., CCC Director
[email protected]
Speech Therapy Associates
1209 W. Tokay Street, Suite 8
Lodi, CA 95240
(209) 334-0830
www.staspeech.com
[email protected]
Sara M. Peterson, M.S., CCC-SLP
California State University, Sacramento
Speech Pathology and Audiology Dept.
6000 J Street Sacramento, CA 95819-6071
(916) 278-6601
(916) 278-7730 fax
www.hhs.CSUS.edu/SPA
- CSUS Speech and Hearing Center provides speech/ language/ learning evaluations and therapy through the use of Master’s candidate students.
Center for Speech Pathology
750 F Street, Suite 2
Davis, CA 95616
(530) 758-8944
www.centerforspeechpathology.com
Suzanne Scott, M.A., CCC Director
[email protected]
- Provides speech, language, and learning assessments and therapy for clients 18 months to seniors.
Speech Therapy Associates
1209 W. Tokay Street, Suite 8
Lodi, CA 95240
(209) 334-0830
www.staspeech.com
[email protected]
Sara M. Peterson, M.S., CCC-SLP
- Speech Therapy Associates is a private practice that provides speech and language therapy for all ages on the autism spectrum.
- We provide individual or small group therapy and consultation in the clinic, home, and school.
- STA also offers a unique program for social skills development for ages five years old and up