Recreation and Social Skills

 

  • Air Cadets

Bendigo Squadron of the Australian Air League

Air Cadets is suitable for males and females aged between 8-18years. The local group meet regularly at the Bendigo Flying Club Rooms, Bendigo Airport. Each week kids undertake formal drill practice, study for badges and participate in planned activities such as: model building, astronomy, electronics and camps.The official Website is www.airleague.com.au

Contact: Karen Interlandi Ph:54441453 or 0400 180 099

 

  • Righteous Pups

Righteous Pups Australia (formerly Righteous Pups Bendigo) is a not for profit organisation with a mission to raise, socialize and train Autism Assistance Dogs to do a variety of practical tasks for children aged between 3- 15 years with Autism Spectrum Disorders. The impact each dog makes on the life of their recipient is priceless, giving recipients a greater level of independence, self-esteem and an overall improvement in psychological well-being and quality of life.The AAA (Access for All Abilities) is a wonderful inclusive program offered through Sports  Focus.

Contact:   www.righteouspups.org.au/

Phone: (03) 5445 6036

 60 MINUTES  5th July 2009

This was a positive story about Pet Theory, emotions and ASD. It featured Righteous Pups. Click on the link below to watch the segment.

http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=KoHia&m=1cdt.AC292v439&b=iV9WZNouQcPyTMh7xzAfCA

 

  • Sports Focus

Contact:      www.sportsfocus.com.au/News%20&%20Events/news.htm

 

  • CreateAbility

CreateAbility Events Network is a great initiative that gives everyone the opportunity to express themselves –

  • to sing
  • to dance
  • to act
  • to joke
  • to listen
  • to mix
  • to get out more
  • to live more.

 Contact: Ph: 03 5441 4206
 www.createability.org.au/index.html

 

  • Hey Dee Ho Music for Tinies 

Contact: Ph: 1300 139 631
  • This Program is designed for young children with a disability.

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    • MyTime

    Mytime is a group that supports parents of children with a disability or chronic illness. It brings parents together to socialise and share ideas while finding out about local community supports.

    www.mytime.com.au

    Ph: Bek 54433250

    • Playconnect

     Playconnect play groups are for children aged 0 - 6 years with an ASD or ASD like symptoms.

     Phone Sue: 5439-2618

    • Riding For The Disabled

    Contact:   www.rdav.asn.au/about_us.asp