April 2013 - Kindering

APRIL NEWS
FOR THE PARENTS OF KINDERING CHILDREN
KINDERING’S 19TH ANNUAL AUCTION AND GALA
“Under the Big Top” held at the Grand Hyatt Seattle on March 2, 2013, was an
unforgettable night that brought together more than 400 guests, raising over
$525,000 for infants and children with special needs in our community.
APRIL
CALENDAR
Our Sincerest Thanks To
Gala Chairs, Tom and Lesley Todaro and the entire Todaro Family
Our Hosts: Governor and Trudi Inslee /Our Ringmaster – Dr. Ryan Stern
Very Special Thanks to our Generous Sponsors:
Diamond
Williams Kastner
Platinum
Explorer Properties - Joe &
Mary Bundrant and Arne
Ness
Iron Springs Resort
Nintendo of America
Gold
The Boeing Company
inome
Lane Powell PC
PayNorthwest
Puget Sound Energy
Silver
Kibble & Prentice
Mosaic Rehabilitation Inc
Regence BlueShield
Wilson Sonsini Goodrich &
Rosati Foundation
Other event sponsors
Clingy Thingy Labels
Costco Wholesale
epiem
Garland Cary Photography +
Graphic Design
KuKuRuZa Popcorn
North Coast Moving &
Storage
Piper-Heidsieck
Pomum Cellars
Print NW
Swedish Health Services
Sweetly Hosted
Whole Foods MarketBellevue
The Wide Format Company
TOP photo: Governor & Trudi Inslee
MIDDLE: Tom Todaro, Mimi Siegel (Kindering Executive
Director) and Dr. Marty Siegel, Lesley Todaro, and Isabella Todaro.
LOWER: Andrea McDonald, Dr. Rosie Van Coevorden, and Kim
Fisher
FREE
VISION SCREENING
APRIL 15, 2013
11:30 A.M. -2:30 P.M.
2013
April 3, 17
MOTHER’S CIRLCE
6:30-p.m. –8:00 p.m.
April 8-12
SPRING BREAK
All Classes & Therapies
Cancelled
April 9
MAMAS & PAPAS
6:00 p.m. -7:30 p.m.
(At Y.E.S)
April 13, 27
FATHERS NETWORK
9:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
April 15
FREE VISION SCREENING
11:30 a.m.- 2:30 p.m.
April19
SIBSHOPS
4:00 p.m.– 7:00 p.m.
April 24
SPEAKER SERIES
Join us for a unique evening of guaranteed fun, food, music
and art festivities to support Kindering and the Catherine
Mayer LAUGH Foundation.
LIVE JAZZ MUSIC
by award-winning Isabella Du Graf
100+ original artworks for silent auction
great food and drink
Friday May 3, 2013
$50 per person
6pm - 9 pm
The Catherine Mayer Studio
Complimentary Valet parking available. Space is limited. Click
here to buy your tickets now! http://www.kindering.org/
getinvolved/events/)
“Building Relationships for
Your Child’s Success”
6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.
RSVP required
APRIL NEWS
SABÍA QUE
PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATES –
KINDERING 2013 SPEAKER
SERIES
We're pleased to announce the 2013 Pediatric
Associates - Kindering Speaker Series. All of these
free parent workshops are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., on
the Wednesday evening indicated, at Kindering.
Individuals who are interested in attending must
RSVP to Joe Cunningham by calling 425.653.4321 or
[email protected]. Space is limited.
There is not childcare available for these evenings.
The dates scheduled are as follows:
April 24, Wednesday, “Building Relationships for
Your Child’s Success”, Cathy Murahashi, Parent to
Parent Coordinator, ARC of King County.
Clases Para Padres En Español
Esta clase es en español y gratuita para todos los padres
de familia. Es un programa de 6 semanas donde
aprenderemos de temas diversos como:
 Comunicación con los hijos
 Motivación
 Cooperación
 Disciplina
 Y otros temas interesantes
Interesados por favor hablar con Alicia Martínez al
425.653.4322. Las clases comenzarán el 3 de mayo de las
10am a 12pm.
No tendremos guardería. Niños menores de un año son
bienvenidos.
¡Venga y participe!
¡Recuerden!
Kindering estará cerrado del 8 al 12 de abril. No
tendremos clases ni terapias.
¡Disfruten de las vacaciones!
CHILD CARE RESOURCES
is exploring the needs of families who have children with
special needs. We are hoping to learn more about the
child care needs of you and your child and what more
Child Care Resources can do to help. Below is a link to a
survey that will help us gather some much needed
information.
If you would like to be entered into a drawing for a $25 gift
card please fill out the contact information at the end of the
survey.
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/P8SP3X2
Thank you for your time and support,
Nathaniel Thomas
Child Care Resources
May 22, Wednesday, ““Better Bedtime: Common
Behavior & Biological Sleep Issues in Childhood", Dr.
Hiroko David, Pediatric Associates.
June 26, Wednesday, “How to Raise a Cavity-Free
Child", Dr. John Liu, DDS, Eastside Pediatric Dental
Group.
September 25, Wednesday, “Newborn Care
Simplified", Dr. Brianna Label, Pediatric Associates.
October 23, Wednesday, "Feeding A Toddler:
Parent-Tested and Pediatrician-Approved Tips for
Frustrated Parents."
Many thanks for joining us!
Back in it’s 7th year, Bellevue will play host to an exciting
road race for the entire family! The event will offer a
challenging 10K route as well as a 5K route for the whole
family. There is also a non-competitive half–mile Kids Dash
open to all children 10 and under! The event benefits
Kindering kids and others in our community. Sign up today!
www.bellevuerun.com
APRIL NEWS
CAMPAMENTO DE VERANO
2013
Para niños/as de 3 años a 5 años
¡Cada semana ofrece un nuevo tema y la
experiencia de aprendizaje!
¡Actividades divertidas!
¡Juegos!
¡Arte y Artesanías!
¡Música!
¡Y mucho, mucho más!
•Lugar: Kindering- 16120 NE 8th Street Bellevue,
WA 98008
•Fechas: Primera sesión del 12 al 16 de Agosto
Segunda sesión del 19 al 23 de Agosto
•Horas: Campamento matutino de 9:00am a
12:00pm
Campamento vespertino de 1:00pm a
4:00pm
•Favor de recoger a su niño/a a tiempo- No hay
cuidado de niños al terminar el horario del
campamento.
•Capacidad Máxima: 12 niños/as.
•Personal: Un adulto para cada 4 niños
•Costo: $175 por cada sesión.
•Las inscripciones empezaran el lunes 15 de
abril.
Tenemos un número limitado de becas disponibles
para las familias que califiquen con los requisitos.
Si usted necesita ayuda financiera por favor
contacte a Sharissa Aromi lo más pronto posible.
La ayuda Financiera se proporcionara de acuerdo al
orden en que se reciban las aplicaciones hasta que
las becas se agoten.
Para más información o para la información de
inscripción contactarse a Sharissa Aromi a:
[email protected] o al teléfono
425.747.4004 ext. 5439
COURAGE SUMMER CAMP
2013
For children ages 3-5
Each week provides a new theme and learning experience!
Fun Activities!
Games!
Arts & Crafts!
Music!
And Much, Much More!
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Camp Location: Kindering- 16120 NE 8th Street
Bellevue, WA 98008
Dates:
Session 1 August 12-16
Session 2 August 19-23
Times: Morning Camp 9:00am to 12:00pm
Afternoon Camp 1:00pm to 4:00pm
Extended Care is NOT available
Max: 12 Campers.
Camper to Staff ratio 4 to 1
Fee: $175 each session
Registration will begin on Monday April 15th.
We have a limited number of scholarships available for
families who qualify. If you need financial assistance please
contact Sharissa Aromi as soon as possible. Financial
assistance will be offered on a first come, first serve basis.
For more information or for registration information contact
Sharissa Aromi at [email protected] or call at
425.747.4004 ext. 5439
APRIL NEWS
SIBSHOPS
WHAT ARE SIBSHOPS?
Sibshops are fun, action-packed workshops in
which siblings of children with special needs are
encouraged to share challenges and celebrate
joys with brothers and sisters in similar
situations. It’s a celebration of the many
contributions of brothers and sisters of siblings
with special needs.
WHAT HAPPENS AT SISHOPS?
Fun times and connecting with others happens!
Based on the Children’s Hospital program
model, designed by Don Meyer, each Sibshop
mixes information and discussion activities with
new games.
WHEN & WHERE ARE SISHOPS
HELD?
Day & Time: Every 2nd Friday of the month,
4PM-7PM (Note this month has changed to
April 19th, due to Spring Break)
Location: Kindering
WHO CAN ATTEND?
Typically developing 6-11 year old siblings!
Groups will be split by age; 6-8y and 9-11y.
WHO FACILITATES SIBSHOPS?
Rosanne Carter, LMFTA, E-I Family Therapist
Marie Fleming, MA, Counselor
HOW DO I GET INFORMATION
FOR MY FAMILY?
Contact Rosanne Carter for a copy of the
registration form. Phone: 425.653.4306
E-mail: [email protected]
MAMAS & PAPAS
WHAT IS THE MAMAS &
PAPAS SUPPORT GROUP?
The Mamas & Papas is a support group for
relatives who are raising their grandchildren,
nieces, nephews, cousins, etc. These caregivers
are often called “kinship” caregivers. Our group
has existed since the spring of 2005 and we
meet once per month in the evening on the
second Tuesday of the month. We have a
partnership with Y.E.S. (Youth Eastside
Services)—the building behind Kindering.
We meet in their building and they provide a
concurrent support group for the school-age
children of the support group members. Any
kinship caregiver is welcome to attend a Mamas
& Papas meeting. Please contact Julie Fisher,
MSW, at 425.653.4314, if you are interested in
learning more.
MOTHERS CIRCLE
AT KINDERING
What is Mothers Circle?
We are a community of women raising children 0-6yrs with
special needs – sharing emotional support, promoting advocacy,
and creating solutions.
Who can join Mothers Circle?
We welcome all mothers who have children with special needs
ages 0-6 years to join us for lively conversation, good humor
and emotional support in the company of other women who truly
understand the unique struggles and celebrations of raising a
child with special needs.
When? Where? How do I join?
MEETINGS:
1st and 3rd WEDNESDAYS of every month,
6:30- 8:00p.m.
LOCATION: KINDERING
FACILITATOR: Rosanne Carter, MA, LMFTA,
425.653.4306 [email protected]
GKSN:
GRANDPARENTS OF KIDS WITH
SPECIAL NEEDS
The Kindering Center's Sibling Support Project is pleased to
announce GKSN—Grandparents of Kids with Special
Needs. We believe that no one understands a
grandparent’s unique joys and concerns better than
another grandparent of a child with special needs.
On the GKSN website, grandparents will have a chance to
meet other grandparents through our Yahoogroup or
Facebook groups, share ideas for supporting their kids and
grandkids, and even post pictures of their grandkids!
Please visit www.gksn.org and help us spread the word!
Don Meyer
Director, Sibling Support Project
A Kindering Center program
APRIL NEWS
APRIL IS CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH
Blue
PINWHEELS FOR PREVENTION {www.preventchildabuse.org} are
spinning in Kindering's courtyard.
April is child abuse prevention month.
Prevent Child Abuse America’s Pinwheels for Prevention® campaign is an effort by to
change the way our nation thinks about prevention and how we can deliver on our
commitment to America's children. As the new symbol for child abuse and neglect
prevention, the pinwheel is an uplifting reminder of childhood and the bright futures all
children deserve.
What you can do? Reach out!
Anything you do to support kids and parents can help reduce the stress that often leads to
abuse and neglect.
Be a friend to a parent you know. Ask how their children are doing. Draw on your own
experiences to provide reassurance and support. If a parent seems to be struggling, offer
to baby-sit or run errands, or just lend a friendly ear. Show you understand.
Be a friend to a child you know. Remember their names. Smile when you talk with
them.
Ask them about their day at school. Send them a card in the mail. Show you care.
Talk to your neighbors about looking out for one another's children. Encourage a
supportive spirit among parents in your apartment building or on your block. Show that
you are involved.
Give your used clothing, furniture and toys for use by another family. This can help
relieve the stress of financial burdens that parents sometimes take out on their
kids. {www.babycorner.org}
Volunteer your time and money for programs in your community that support
children and families. {www.youtheastsideservices.org, www.kindering.org/services/
earlylearning/infantmentalhealth-cherish.php, http://www.ccsww.org/site/PageServer?
pagename=housing_harringtonhouse}
Report suspected abuse or neglect: 1.866.END-HARM.
Additional Resources
Shaken Baby Syndrome
http://www.del.wa.gov/publications/development/docs/HaveAPlanbrochure_English.pdf
Sexual Abuse
http://www.stopitnow.org/