Social Skills
Good Social Skills are essential to functioning in life. They enable an individual to problem solve, make good choices and communicate positively with others. Groups are formed intermittently throughout the year for any child age 5 or above.
Social Skills Group are arranged on an as needed basis for :
- Children
- Teens
- Adults
Often times classroom style learning is combined with community skill practice.
Some Examples of programming to help build Social Skills for school age children:
Friendship Network - The Racker Centers Friendship Network, sponsored by the Family Support Fund of the NYS OPWDD (Office of People with Developmental Disabilities), is a unique project whose aim is to facilitate relationships and friendships for people of all ages with disabilities. Participants may be paired with a volunteer who serves as a community connector, supporting each person as they make new friends. The Friendship Network also offers social relationship groups periodically which utilizes a DVD series on the differences between strangers, acquaintances, and friends.
