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HEAL Zoo Walk Successful in Raising Funds for Autism
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On Sunday April 27, over 1,400 participants came out to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens in support of the HEAL Zoo Walk for Autism. The Zoo Walk raised nearly $60,000 for our Autism for the Northeast Florida Autism community. A special thanks to Nimnicht Family of Dealerships who sponsored the HEAL after party “Party with Patty” Hosted by Patty Crosby and Jim Meyer. Sponsor CSX made it possible for all participants to enjoy free train rides throughout the day.
The top three fundraising teams were able to designate a total of $1,000 to their favorite school or organization. The first place team, Primerica Meyer Maniacs, designated $500 for the Arrowsmith Program at Providence School; the second place team, Cameron’s Heroes for Autism, designated $350 for Westview Elementary School; and the third place team, Autisticly Awesome, designated $150 for Loretto Elementary School. Great Strides Rehab was the top school and won an iPad to use in their classrooms. Thanks to Jim Meyer for this donation!
Proceeds from the HEAL Zoo Walk will directly benefit local children, teens and adults with Autism. Because of the efforts of so many, 20 summer camps and programs have received grants that will serve over 300 individuals with Autism in our community:
- Peer to Pier Club - Fishing Club at the Jacksonville Beach Pier
- Bowling Buddies - HEAL Bowling League
- HEAL/City of Jacksonville Beach Surf Camp
- Camp Cummer - Cummer Museum Inclusive Art Camp
- Haven Horse Ranch - Horse Camp
- Girl Scouts-Smile Camp - Day Camp for girls with Autism
- DOSA Summer Camps - Catholic Charities Autism overnight camps
- Help Us Golf – HUG/HEAL/TPC golf camps
- Great Strides - Music Therapy for Children with Autism
- Little Stars Summer Camp
- Jacksonville School for Autism - JSA Summer Camps
- Henderson Haven – Camp Possible
- Hope At Hand – The Power of Poetry
- Rising Stars – Baseball Camp
- Webster School – Sensory Integration
- World Art Film Festival – Teen Volunteer Program
- Loretto Elementary School – Ms. Thomas’ Pre-K CSS Class
- Westview Elementary School – Autism Wing
Again, a big thanks to everyone who participated, volunteered and donated to the HEAL Zoo Walk for Autism. As you can see, the money raised is already working to assist those with Autism in our community!
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Fun Summer Activities Offered on the First Coast
Listed below are a few camps and activities offered across the Greater Jacksonville area.
Special Olympics is offering five summer sports programs.
Bowling
Two locations, with practice on Saturday mornings. They practice at Cassat Batt Family Fun Center on the West Side and Jax Lanes Grove Park on Beach Boulevard. Ages 8 and up.
Golf
Two locations, the Northside and Jacksonville Beach Golf Club. Both groups focus on individual golf skills, and no equipment is required. Space is limited. Ages 8 and up.
Surfing
Jacksonville Beach Pier, Tuesdays throughout June and July teaching advanced swimmers how to surf. Ages 16 and up.
Stand Up Paddle
Only 10 spots available for the first-year program, which will be held at Black Creek Outfitters near the Town Center. Ages 12 and up.
Swim team
Aquatics takes place at the YMCA Arlington on Ft. Caroline Road or Good Shepherd Church on Riverside. For ages 8 and up.
Find out more about Special Olympics summer sports.
Special Day at the Beach 2014: RIDING THE WAVE OF AUTISM
Sponsored by HEAL, Sunrise Surf Shop and City of Jax Beach. On June 23rd & 24th, camp runs from 9-12 located at 8th Avenue N Oceanfront. Ages 8 and up. Camp will be limited to 25, first come first served. Register online.
Help Us Golf (HUG)/HEAL Golf Clinics
At the famous TPC Sawgrass! Put on by Jarad Kogos, Billy Detlaff and the Pro's at the TPC, camp is June 30-July 2nd! Contact Jarad at jdkogos@gmail.com to sign up!
Henderson Haven Camp Possible
July 7th through August 1st in Clay County. This year's camp is bigger than ever with four full weeks of fun and adventure. Each week has a different theme and ends in a special Funtastic Friday! Each week is only $180.00 Before and after care is available at a small additional charge. More information.
Sensory Friendly Films with AMC and ASA
Cool down with a sensory friendly movie on Saturday's through the summer at the AMC Regency 24. This is a safe and accepting environment for your child with autism or other disabilities. Lights are low, and families may bring their own snacks. Maleficent and How To Train Your Dragon 2 are just two of the offerings this summer. More information.
Bowling Buddies
Stay cool and join Inclusion Solution at Beach Bowl on Beach Boulevard for 4 lanes of fun! Educators and therapists are on hand to facilitate social interaction. This is a great activity for children and teens with Autism, and the parents enjoy connecting with other families. June 14th, July 12th, and August 9th, Meet Mary and her team at 12:30 pm. Register in advance by emailing inclusionsolution@gmail.com.
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Save the Date for the Great Ponte Vedra Paddle
Start training now for the Great Ponte Veda Paddle on Labor Day, September 1st. Join the 1-mile, 3-mile or 6-mile SUP race, or the "If It Floats, You're In" fun race. Plan to spend your morning with Dana Current and the Great Ponte Vedra Paddle Founders crew at Mickler's Landing!
Stay tuned for more details and registration information. Email us for information about sponsoring this great event! Read about last year's race on our website.
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CARD Presents: Summer Reading Intensive
The Center for Autism Related Disabilities is offering this intensive 6-week program designed for students in the elementary school grades who exhibit significant struggles with phonemic awareness, word attack, spelling, and/or reading fluency. Students will meet one-on-one four days a week for one hour sessions with a skilled reading instructor. For more information contact carolyn.fagen@jax.ufl.edu.
Great Strides Rehabilitation
Offering seven different one week camps with activities including; music, art, karate, cooking and swimming. Camp hours are Monday - Friday from 9am - 1pm. Aftercare is available, and children can receive therapies in the afternoons. Insurance is accepted, and scholarships are available. For more information contact Meghan MacBeth at Meghan_Greatstridesrehab@yahoo.com or by calling (904) 866-3228 ext 629.
May 27
Special Olympics Swimming
Practices begin at Good Shepherd Church on Riverside. We are looking for athletes that can swim at least 25 meters; however, if your athlete isn’t ready for laps, Special Olympics Florida offers walking events in the pool. Visit specialolympicsduval.org or call 904-307-4221 or email info@specialolympicsduval.org for more information.
May 30
Special Olympics Swimming
Practice begins at the Arlington Family YMCA on Ft. Caroline Road. We are looking for athletes that can swim at least 25 meters; however, if your athlete isn’t ready for laps, Special Olympics Florida offers walking events in the pool. Contact specialolympicsduval.org | 904-307-4221 | info@specialolympicsduval.org for more information.
June 4
Special Olympics Golf
Start for the Jacksonville Beach Golf Club location. We will teach individual skills to new and returning athletes including Putting, Driving, Irons, Woods and Chipping. No equipment is required at either location. (Start date for The First Tee of North Florida TBA). Contact specialolympicsduval.org | 904-307-4221 | info@specialolympicsduval.org before June 1st to get registered/for more information!
June 9
Camp I Am Special
First session of 7 begins. Although the summer deadline has passed, be sure to check the website for openings as things change daily! Session 1, 5, 6 & 7 are for campers 18 & up, sessions 2 & 3 are for children ages 5 to 18, and session 4 is for campers with Autism who are more medically and behaviorally challenged. For any questions call (904) 230-7447.
June 10
Special Olympics Surfing
An amazing program that meets on Tuesday’s throughout June and July to teach our advanced swimmers how to surf. Practices are held near the Jacksonville Beach pier, and all are welcome to come spend an hour watch and cheer on the athletes. Ages 16 & over, space is limited! Pre-registration required – contact specialolympicsduval.org | 904-307-4221 | info@specialolympicsduval.org before June 1st to get registered/for more information!
June 21
Special Olympics Bowling
Offered in two different locations; both facilities practice on Saturday mornings. Practice at Cassat Batt Family Fun Center caters to our younger athletes. Our older athletes practice at Jax Lanes Grove Park which is located on Beach Blvd. Contact specialolympicsduval.org | 904-307-4221 | info@specialolympicsduval.org before June 1st to get registered/for more information!
June 23-August 1
Angelwood Summer Day Camp
Offered in 6 one week sessions, Angelwood provides an enriching and safe place to be while encouraging development of social skills and personal growth. Campers are kept busy, interactive, and entertained with a variety of activities such as music, arts & crafts, recreation, and large group activities like water day, petting zoo, carnival day, and magic shows. For more information please call (904)-288-7259.
June 23-27
Smile Camp
Please contact Girl Scouts of Gateway Council’s Girl Leadership Program Specialist, Laura Livingston, at llivingston@girlscouts-gateway.org or 904-291-0648 for more information.
June 23-August 7
Bloom Behavioral Solutions
This 7 week program is for children ages 5-13 years old. Camp is open 10-2 pm Monday and Thursday. Each week will include activities and community outings designed to facilitate conversation building, peer relationships, and broadening children's interests. Visit the website for more information.
June 23 & 24
HEAL Super Surf Camp sponsored by PV Rotary, City of Jacksonville Beach and Sunrise Surf Shop
Don't miss Riding the Wave of Autism! This is a great camp and kids who have never been in the ocean love it. Activities include surfing, boating and boogie boarding. Camp runs from 9:00-12:00 a.m. at 8th Ave. N. Oceanfront.Children must be at least 8 years old. Registration is now open. Download the application.
June 25
Special Olympics Stand Up Paddle - Only 10 spots available for our first-year program which will be held at Black Creek Outfitters near the Town Center. Athletes must be comfortable near water, and willing to wear a life jacket. Ages 12 and over. Pre-registration required – contact specialolympicsduval.org | 904-307-4221 | info@specialolympicsduval.org before June 1st to get registered/for more information!
June 30-July 2
Help Us Golf-HUG/HEAL Golf Clinics
At famous TPC Sawgrass! Put on by Jarad Kogos, Billy Detlaff and the Pro's at the TPC, camp is June 30-July 2nd! Contact Jarad at jdkogos@gmail.com to sign up!
July 7-August 8
CAMP JSA
A 5 week therapeutic autism camp for children between the ages of 4 and 17, Camp JSA is fun driven and focuses on social growth for kids with autism spectrum disorder. Campers enjoy a wide variety of cooperative games and social skills and team building activities, as well as more traditional camp fare such as non-competitive sports, dancing, swimming, music, creative arts, and drama. For registration information call 904-732-4343 or visit the website.
July 7-August 1
Camp Possible
Henderson Haven offers this 4 week program for individuals ages 6 to 21. Camp is open from 9 am to 3 pm; however, before and after care is available. Each week is themed so be sure to check out what the fun is all about! For more information and to apply, visit the website.
July 14-August 8
Jericho School Summer Program
Registration open. This will be four weeks of intensive Applied Behavior Analysis and Verbal Behavior services for children with developmental disabilities. Each child will receive a comprehensive and Individualized Program with identified goals and objectives for acquisition of targeted skills. You can choose Part Day or Full Day Program. You can select two weeks, or take advantage of all four weeks of the Individualized Summer Program. For more information and to register, visit the website.
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Social Skills and Support Groups - Dr. Maria Tapia, Licensed Psychologist with the UF/Jacksnville's CARD Program, runs several support groups for adolescents and adults with Asperger's syndrome, as well as for the siblings and mothers. If you are interested in joining any of these groups or gathering additional information, such as date, time and ages, please contact Dr. Tapia at maria.tapia@jax.ufl.edu or (904)-633-4330. |
| May 31 |
JU Presents - Identify the Signs of Speech, Language & Hearing Disorders - Jacksonville University hosts this seminar given by Speech and Language Pathologists & Audiologists Experts. Join them for more information on the different signs and causes. The event is 10:00 AM -12:00 PM at the College of Health Sciences, Lazzara Building Lobby. Visit www.ju.edu for more information. |
| May 31 |
Registration for Special Olympics Bowling - at Jax Lanes on Beach/Southside Blvd. Practices begin on June 21st. |
| May 31 |
Sensory Friendly Films: Maleficent - AMC & ASA are bringing families an opportunity to go to the movies in a safe accepting environment on a monthly basis. Lights are brought up, sound is turned down, and families may bring their own snacks. Movies are shown at the AMC Regency 24 at the Regency Center Square. All viewings are held at 10am. Click here for more information. |
| June 3 |
Free Men's and Women's Haircuts at Ben's Place. |
| June 6 |
Club Arc - Karaoke Contest! The Arc Jacksonville and Club Arc has a full summer of events for adults over the age of 18 with a disability, open every Friday night from 6-9pm at their Westside Center, 4401 Wesconnett Blvd., Jacksonville. For more information call (904) 355-0155 or visit www.arcjacksonville.org/club-arc |
| June 6-8 |
The 16th Annual Family Café - Held at the Hilton in Orlando. Registration still open. For questions about the registration process, please contact The Family Café office at 850-224-4670 or visit the website at familycafe.net |
| June 8 |
Ben's Place: Spring Prom - More information coming soon! |
| June 13 |
Club Arc - Start of Summer Celebration! The Arc Jacksonville and Club Arc has a full summer of events for adults over the age of 18 with a disability, open every Friday night from 6-9pm at their Westside Center, 4401 Wesconnett Blvd., Jacksonville. For more information call (904) 355-0155 or visit www.arcjacksonville.org/club-arc |
| June 14 |
Bowling Buddies - Join Inclusion Solution at Beach Bowl on Beach Boulevard for 4 lanes of fun! Educators and therapists are on hand to facilitate social interaction. This is a great activity for children and teens with Autism, and the parents enjoy connecting with other families. Meet Mary and her team at 12:30 pm. Register in advance by emailing inclusionsolution@gmail.com. |
| June 17 |
Free CARD ABA Training - Tantrums, Rage and Meltdowns in Individuals with ASD is the topic of this all day seminar. Join CARD to learn more, and discuss strategies to help your child or young adult. Register for the event here. |
| June 21 |
Sensory Friendly Films: How to Train Your Dragon 2 - AMC & ASA are bringing families an opportunity to go to the movies in a safe accepting environment on a monthly basis. Lights are brought up, sound is turned down, and families may bring their own snacks. Movies are shown at the AMC Regency 24 at the Regency Center Square. All viewings are held at 10am. Click here for more information. |
| June 23-24 |
HEAL Super Surf Camp - Don't miss Riding the Wave of Autism! This is a great camp and kids who have never been in the ocean love it. Activities include surfing, boating and boogie boarding. Camp runs from 9:00-12:00 a.m. at 8th Ave. N. Oceanfront. Children must be at least 8 years old. Download the application. |
| June 28 |
Peer to Pier Fishing - Fishing off the Jacksonville Beach Pier. To Register: Mary Erickson-Verdi at inclusionsolution@gmail.com or 904-994-1005. |
| July 1 |
Free Women's Haircuts every first Tuesday of the month at Ben's Place. |
| July 4 |
Club Arc - Independence Day Celebration! The Arc Jacksonville and Club Arc has a full summer of events for adults over the age of 18 with a disability, open every Friday night from 6-9pm at their Westside Center, 4401 Wesconnett Blvd., Jacksonville. For more information call (904) 355-0155 or visit www.arcjacksonville.org/club-arc |
| July 12 |
Bowling Buddies - Join Inclusion Solution at Beach Bowl on Beach Boulevard for 4 lanes of fun! Educators and therapists are on hand to facilitate social interaction. This is a great activity for children and teens with Autism, and the parents enjoy connecting with other families. Meet Mary and her team at 12:30 pm. Register in advance by emailing inclusionsolution@gmail.com. |
| July 18 |
Club Arc - Movie Night! Free popcorn provided! DJ will still be playing in the main dance hall. The Arc Jacksonville and Club Arc has a full summer of events for adults over the age of 18 with a disability, open every Friday night from 6-9pm at their Westside Center, 4401 Wesconnett Blvd., Jacksonville. For more information call (904) 355-0155 or visit www.arcjacksonville.org/club-arc |
| July 26 |
Sensory Friendly Films: Planes: Fire and Rescue - AMC & ASA are bringing families an opportunity to go to the movies in a safe accepting environment on a monthly basis. Lights are brought up, sound is turned down, and families may bring their own snacks. Movies are shown at the AMC Regency 24 at the Regency Center Square. All viewings are held at 10am. Click here for more information. |
| August 1 |
Club Arc - Block Party! The Arc Jacksonville and Club Arc has a full summer of events for adults over the age of 18 with a disability, open every Friday night from 6-9pm at their Westside Center, 4401 Wesconnett Blvd., Jacksonville. For more information call (904) 355-0155 or visit www.arcjacksonville.org/club-arc |
| August 5 |
Free Women's Haircuts every first Tuesday of the month at Ben's Place. |
| August 9 |
Bowling Buddies - Join Inclusion Solution at Beach Bowl on Beach Boulevard for 4 lanes of fun! Educators and therapists are on hand to facilitate social interaction. This is a great activity for children and teens with Autism, and the parents enjoy connecting with other families. Meet Mary and her team at 12:30 pm. Register in advance by emailing inclusionsolution@gmail.com. |
| August 16 |
5th Annual First Coast Surfers For Autism Beach Festival - Surfers are treated like rock stars with 2 to 4 professionally trained surf instructors to guide them into the waves. Come enjoy a day filled with a range of activities including stand up paddle boarding, kayaking, live music, face-painting, games, bounce houses, fire engine tours and much more. A catered lunch is also provided, all at no cost. Held at the Flagler Beach Pier from 9am-4pm. |
| August 22 |
Club Arc - Movie Night! Free popcorn provided! DJ will still be playing in the main dance hall. The Arc Jacksonville and Club Arc has a full summer of events for adults over the age of 18 with a disability, open every Friday night from 6-9pm at their Westside Center, 4401 Wesconnett Blvd., Jacksonville. For more information call (904) 355-0155 or visit www.arcjacksonville.org/club-arc |
| September 1 |
THE Great Ponte Vedra Paddle! Save the date and start training now for this great event! |
| September 27 |
Sensory Friendly Films: Dolphin Tale 2 - AMC & ASA are bringing families an opportunity to go to the movies in a safe accepting environment on a monthly basis. Lights are brought up, sound is turned down, and families may bring their own snacks. Movies are shown at the AMC Regency 24 at the Regency Center Square. All viewings are held at 10am. Click here for more information. |
| October 2-3 |
Get ready for the HEAL Valley of Dreams Gala and Charity Golf Classic at the TPC Sawgrass! |
| October 25 |
Sensory Friendly Films: Book of Life - AMC & ASA are bringing families an opportunity to go to the movies in a safe accepting environment on a monthly basis. Lights are brought up, sound is turned down, and families may bring their own snacks. Movies are shown at the AMC Regency 24 at the Regency Center Square. All viewings are held at 10am. Click here for more information. |
| November 8 |
Autism Speaks Walk at the Jacksonville Landing. Save the Date. |
| November 29 |
Sensory Friendly Films: Home - AMC & ASA are bringing families an opportunity to go to the movies in a safe accepting environment on a monthly basis. Lights are brought up, sound is turned down, and families may bring their own snacks. Movies are shown at the AMC Regency 24 at the Regency Center Square. All viewings are held at 10am. Click here for more information. |
| December 13 |
Sensory Friendly Films: Paddington - AMC & ASA are bringing families an opportunity to go to the movies in a safe accepting environment on a monthly basis. Lights are brought up, sound is turned down, and families may bring their own snacks. Movies are shown at the AMC Regency 24 at the Regency Center Square. All viewings are held at 10am. Click here for more information. |
| April 26, 2015 |
HEAL Zoo Walk For Autism! Save the date! See you all for another fun filled day at the zoo! |
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