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Baseball Teams For ASD Children Announced |
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Posted by Westchester.com
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Friday, 29 August 2008 |
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 White Plains, NY - Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS) and the Miracle League of Westchester announce a new partnership -- the development of baseball teams for children ages 5-12 who are on the autism spectrum.
This innovative collaboration is made possible through the Sports for Youth Initiative of UJA Federation of New York.
“Since the Miracle League aims to provide people of all ages with disabilities the joy and benefits that come from playing our national pastime, this partnership is truly a home run,” says Patricia Grossman, LCSW, WJCS Program Director. “WJCS brings to the Miracle League our expertise in autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and running social skills groups for children and teens on the spectrum.”
Beginning this fall, four teams are projected in two age groups: 5–8 years and 9–12 years. According to Ms. Grossman, WJCS will provide a pre-season social skills group for players to help ensure success on the field, as well as ongoing support and reinforcement of skills at games. Buddies and coaches will have additional training in understanding autism spectrum disorders.
Registration will be limited to 10 children per team. Games will be scheduled early Sunday mornings at “The Miracle Field” at Ridge Road Park in Hartsdale. To sign up or to become a buddy, go to www.mlwny.org. For more information, contact Ms. Grossman at 949-7699 ext. 355.
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