Heartspring Connections, April 2010

Rising Stars Experience Social Success

Children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) have difficulty recognizing the unwritten social rules which can lead to inappropriate or unsatisfying interactions with others. Many of our Social Stars quickly understood concepts such as “expected” and “unexpected” behaviors. Learn more about the Social Stars program »

Outcomes

Group Home 7

This year, Heartspring opened its first group home in a residential neighborhood. The goal is to help older students transition to future placements or adult homes. Read more »

Outpatient Services

In addition to its school, Heartspring is also home to Pediatric Services, an outpatient therapy center which helps children with a wide range of disabilities. Read more »

Join Puzzle Pal in a special campaign

Puzzle Pal, the Autism CARE Walk mascot, is at the center of a pin-up donation campaign to raise awareness about autism spectrum disorders during Autism Awareness Month in April. By adding as little as a dollar to their purchase, customers at participating area businesses can add their name to the wall of Puzzle Pal supporters. Not only do the donations help provide services to Wichita area families through the Heartspring CARE Program, the Puzzle Pals serve as a visual reminder of how many individuals are impacted by autism in our community. Join Puzzle Pal »

News & Events

YMCA offers free activities for children with special needs

HERO, a new adapted needs initiative of Greater Wichita YMCA, provides children ages 5-11 an opportunity to play and be active regardless of limitation. The first two sessions are Friday April 9, Dance/Rhythms and Friday May 7, Soccer. Learn more »

Heartspring Hearing Center Spring Open House, April 12-16

The annual spring Heartspring Hearing Center Open House will take place April 12 - 16 and will offer free hearing screenings and hearing aid checks and cleanings. Learn more »

Miracle League, a baseball experience for children with special needs

The Miracle League is a baseball/t-ball league for children with special needs ages 5-18. Each player is paired with an 'Angel in the Outfield' to assist them as much or as little as needed. The league will play the first four Saturdays in May. Player registrations are due April 17. Learn more »

Dynavox to offer assistive device training

A representative from Dyanvox, a maker of assistive communication devices, will be conducting free monthly training sessions in the Heartspring Conference Center. Learn more »

Better Hearing and Speech Month Lunch & Learn, May 12

Heartspring specialists will be hosting a Lunch and Learn for daycare providers, preschool teachers and parents from 11:30 – 12:30 to discuss hearing and speech developmental milestones. Learn more »

Lose the Training Wheels, June 21 - 25

Independent Living Resource Center is teaming up with Lose The Training Wheels again this year to teach people with disabilities to ride a bicycle—without training wheels! Learn more »

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