CUSTOMIZED SERVICES:

Please call to discuss how we can bring these services to you:  (914) 243-0583.

GROUP HOMES                                 
At SPARC, we have built our agency on the ability to be flexible and sensitive to the concerns of individuals living in group residences.  You can avoid the complications of transportation, staffing, training, supplies, tight scheduling and cancellations by having your agency develop a contract with us, choosing a program tailored to your participants' special needs and personal growth. We offer a huge variety of creative activities which we will provide in your group home, day hab center, “program without walls,” or school. Our Recreation, Art or Music Therapists will come to your facility to deliver services weekly, insuring dependable, meaningful activities to compliment your other involvements.  Choose any activity in this brochure or discuss other ideas with our staff.  SPARC’s 20 years of on-site programming to most group home agencies in Westchester makes this one of our most popular and successful services.

PRIVATE INSTRUCTION OR 1:1 THERAPY
SPARC professionals offer a personal program of 1:1 therapy for children or adults adjusting to social, cognitive emotional or physical challenges.  We provide assessment and goal-oriented plans where participants can make achievements and progress through involvement in enjoyable activities.  SPARC Specialists can also provide individualized or semi-private instruction for participants with special activity interests and a desire to increase their skill development.  Weekly visits or other schedules are available to fit your personal lifestyle and can meet in your home or our setting.  Choose from: computers/technology, pet therapy, art (painting, drawing, sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, crafts), music (voice, instrument), photography, drama, yoga, creative writing, sports/fitness, dance, cooking, gardening, or other activities of your choice.   

PRE-SCHOOLS AND EARLY INTERVENTION
Early intervention addresses issues that may affect the development of school –aged and younger children, taking advantage of every teachable moment. Play is the most natural experience for children to explore and learn about their world and through SPARC programs, children can enjoy themselves as they develop basic functional and social skills.  Our professionals nurture each child’s creative strengths, self-expression, social awareness/interaction, and personal growth. Activity goals include: sensory integration, communication and language skills, playing with others, body awareness, taking turns and following directions.  A program will be designed for your specific site needs as a contractual service.  Among the options are: Create-A-Motion: creative dance/movement/drama, Magic of Music: musical activity through instruments, rhythm and songs, Art/Crafts: creative projects with various art materials such as paint, clay, collage, and sculptures.  Active and Quiet Games: group and partner activities and/or table top games. 

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS: AFTER-SCHOOL SOCIAL SKILL PROGRAMS
Kids Express:  Our inclusionary, after-school recreation program for grades K-5 emphasizes social skills while children enjoy creative and fun group activities.  Students learn about making and being a good friend and dealing with social challenges through cooperative games, crafts and role play.  Small groups and individualized plans facilitate development of listening, sharing, following rules, expressing feelings, self-awareness and self­-esteem.  This inclusionary group program has been successful for all students.  SPARC professionals support children in forming social bonds and acceptance while achieving personal growth.  Kids Express is also available for special education groups.  Our 12 week program meets fall and spring, contracted to school districts at your schedule.  Currently serving students in the 9 elementary schools in Lakeland and Yorktown Central School Districts.  Call us for your school.      
Magic of Music:  This lively, interactive program involves children in singing, movement and musical games.  SPARC’s music therapist individualizes a goal-oriented program for each student to foster receptive and expressive language, social skills, improve attention, and encourage self-expression.  Songs and music are from popular, classical and world cultures.  Small classes allow children to explore rhythm and rhyme, call and response, percussion instruments, dramatic play and lots of enthusiasm! 

MIDDLE SCHOOLS AND HIGH SCHOOLS: AFTER-SCHOOL RECREATION
After-school SPIRIT is a relaxed and fun time for teens to “hang out” and socialize while expanding safe coverage hours for busy parents.  This leisure education opportunity has been a lifeline for teens that have not had an appropriate place to stay part of the school community after class hours. Help choose activities which may include:  games, art, music, movement, role-play, discussions and other typical teen interests and trends. SPARC instructors facilitate leadership and independence among members, empowering students to make this group their own.  A great place to develop self-esteem, social connections, and leisure skills.  Currently serving students in Eastchester Union Free School District.  Call us for your school. 

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