Program Details

All groups/classes meet for 7 weeks.

• Session I: September 12—October 28
• Session II: October 27—December 13

(No classes November 24, 25, 26. Fees will be adjusted accordingly.)

** Full payment is due at the time of registration. In the event your child misses a class, every effort will be made to offer a make-up class.

** Sibling discount available.

Registration & Appointments
Space is limited for TLTC Programs. Call 203-268-8852 for program registration or to make an individual appointment with one of our skilled professionals.

Program Leaders
All small group classes/programs are designed by directors of TLTC and licensed therapists. Classes are led by Occupational Therapist, Speech and Language Pathologists, Behavioral Optometrists, Psychologists, Educators, Vision Therapists, and other certified staff members. All programs are designed to meet both individual and group needs.

Parent Support Groups
Led by a psychologist or social worker, these support sessions offer parents an opportunity to receive support, share information and gain valuable resources. Call 203-268-8852 for current offerings and fees.

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The EDGE Learning System - Enhancing Development for Gains in Education
This 45-minute group will enhance your child’s motor, speech, reading, math, social and visual skills to improve grades, performance and self-esteem. All groups are designed by professionals for maximum learning effect.

• Ages 6-8: Tuesdays, 5:15 - 6:00 pm
• Ages 9-12: Tuesdays, 6:15 - 7:00 pm

Emotions in Motion Groups
Children will benefit from this 45-minute weekly program incorporating creative arts and Yoga principles. A variety of materials will be used to facilitate the connection between sensation and emotional regulation. Emphasis on breath control, rhythm and posture will also improve organizational and sensory integration skills.

• Ages 3-5: Mondays, 2:45 - 3:30 pm
• Ages 6-8: Mondays, 4:30 - 5:15 pm or Wednesdays, 6:15 - 7:00 pm
• Ages 9-12: Wednesdays, 4:45 - 5:30 pm

Handwriting Without Tears®
This multi-sensory approach to developing and enhancing handwriting skills appeals to children with all kinds of learning styles - visual, auditory, tactile, and kinesthetic. The unique materials and creative workbooks assist to eliminate problems with letter formation, reversals, legibility, spacing and cursive connections. Weekly 40-minute groups are available for ages 3-12.

• Ages 3-5: Mondays, 3:30 - 4:15 pm
• Ages 5-7: Mondays, 5:15 - 6:00 pm or Wednesdays, 4:00 - 4:45
• Ages 9-12: Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:15 pm

Boost Your Self Image
Low self esteem comes from a poor self image. Building your child's self esteem leads to success and happiness. This group's activities are designed to boost confidence and self-image.

• Ages 7-10: Thursdays, 5:00 - 6:00 pm

The Social EDGE - Social Communications Groups
These 1-hour sessions focus on improving social skills of students through interactive activities in a therapeutic environment. Groups are arranged according to peer age and individual needs. Activities focus on developing play skills, language and communication skills, body language, controlling emotions and social flexibility.

• Ages 3-5: Saturdays, 9:00 am
• Ages 6-9: Tuesdays, 5:45 pm or Saturdays, 10:00 am
• Ages 10-12: Wednesdays, 5:45 pm or Saturdays, 11:00 am
• Ages 13 and up: By appointment

Language Exploration
Explore and enhance your child's language skills with this 45-minute weekly group through theme-based activities and play. Children will have fun and learn while participating with new friends. Caregiver must be present.

• Ages 2-5: Fridays, 10:15 - 11:00 am

Author Study
Students will read stories and study the artwork and literary patterns of one author over the 7-week session. Students will build fluency and comprehension while completing a portfolio craft or activity each week associated with the story.

• Ages 5-7: Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 (Eric Carle)
• Ages 8-10: Tuesdays, 5:00 - 6:00 (Kevin Henkes)

Creative Writing
Learn how to plan, write, edit and publish a piece of creative writing. Students will bring a rough draft to a detailed, edited and finalized piece of work.

• Ages 6-8: Saturdays, 900 - 10:00 am
• Ages 9-11: Saturdays, 10:00 - 11:00 am

Expressions in Art
Students will engage in visual, auditory and tactile stimulation creating for works of art. All activities will be taught baed on individual need encouraging each student to further develop his or her current ability. Students will have the opportunity to repeat lessons, if needed, o build on foundational skills.

• Ages 3-5: Fridays, 2:00 - 2:45 pm
• Ages 6-10: Fridays, 3:00 - 3:45 pm

Free Seminar Series

September 22—7:00 pm: 10 Pointers for Parents

October 27—7:00 pm: Parent Advocacy

November 3—7:00 pm: For Parents Only - Understanding Your Child's IEP

December 1—7:00 pm: The Real Worl is Non-Fiction - Improve Your Child's Reading Skills

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Ongoing Individualized Services assist individuals with complex needs including those diagnoses with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ADD/ADHD and learning disabilities. Services include:

Services include:

• Advocacy Support
• Behavior Assessment and Intervention
• Behavioral Optometry
• Computer Training
• Counseling
• Earobics®
• Educational Tutoring
• Handwriting Skills
• Lee Silverman Voice Treatment®
• Occupational Therapy
• Physical Therapy
• Psychological Services
• Sensory Integration
• Social Skills Training
• Special Parties for Special Kids
• Speech and Language Therapy
• Therapeutic Listening
• Vision Therapy

Space is limited for Fall Programs. Call 268-8852 for Fall program registration or to make an individual appointment with one of our skilled professionals.