Programs

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Programs

Home with Friends
Each week volunteer teens come to your home to spend time with your child. The volunteers are screened and receive training and orientation from professionals in the field of special education prior to their home visits.
Young Adult/Adult Circle
Circle of Friends hosts a monthly program on Tuesday evenings,
6:30-8:00 PM for young adults & adults with disabilities. Participants are transported to and from their group residences and then join together with volunteers to socialize, enjoy music, dance, art, snack, games, cooking and baking.
Sib Shop -Sibling Support Group
The Circle of Friends offers sibling support groups. The group is lead by a family therapist and includes games, art, snack and discussion.
Circle Hebrew School & Bar/Bat Mitzvah Tutorials
Hebrew School meets Sundays 12:15 – 1:15 PM. Using the most progressive teaching methods, each student receives an individualized approach to maximize their capabilities and build their self esteem.
Every child deserves a Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebration. The Circle of Friends will custom tailor a service and celebration for that Special Day.
Hospital Visits & Counseling
In a time of crisis or need The Circle of Friends is here for you. 24/7.

Program Location:
All programs are held at,
Beth Israel of Westport/Norwalk 40 King Street Norwalk, CT 06851
unless indicated otherwise.

Sunday Circle/
Teen Scene
Once a month on Sundays 2:00 – 4:00 PM, throughout the school calendar year, our teenage volunteers and your child spend two wonderful hours together. In a fun filled atmosphere, highlighting a seasonal holiday or theme, participants enjoy a wide variety of activities such as music, art, sports, snack, baking, cooking and story time. Professionals in the field of special education and therapists lead the activities. Parents receive a respite as their children engage in an afternoon of quality social and educational activities.
Sunday Circle & Teen Scene run consecutively.
Community Awareness
The Circle of Friends hosts community awareness events and provides lecturers to educate the community on individuals with disabilities and respect of differences.
Life Skills
For a child with special needs, the “outside world” can seem overwhelmingly strange. Under the Life Skills program, teen volunteers and professionals help them become comfortable in public places so they can gain confidence and become as self-sufficient as possible.

Winter/Summer Camp
A one week camp during December winter break and ;last week in August.

REGISTER HERE.