Melinda Burns Visits the Carla Page Show
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Last week, Wildwood's Director of Adult Education Melinda Burns —along with adult education teacher Diane Teutschman and student Marcie DeCerbo, visited the Carla Page Show.
The group discussed how Wildwood helps people "live their best lives" through the adult education program and other various supports.
The Importance of Music Therapy
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Wildwood's Music Therapy program was recently featured on the morning segment of News10, Wake Up With 10, when reporter Ben Ryan joined music therapists Amy Myers and Jeff Starace to learn more about the practice and benefits of music therapy.
Amy and Jeff showcased some of the individual and group activities that happen within the classroom — and music studio! — at Wildwood School. These activities include playing the piano, singing along to popular, familiar songs, and gathering a group around a big table drum. Music activities are typically catered to individual needs, with the goal to match where someone is at emotionally. The sounds can provide a sensory stimulation or calming effect, the songs themselves can help with language skills, and group activities can improve social skills.
To watch clips from the broadcast, and to learn more, check out:
https://www.news10.com/news/musical-therapy-program-advancing-skills-at-wildwood-school/
Sensory-Friendly Activities in the Capital Region
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If you're looking for some sensory-friendly activities, check these out! It is always a good idea to call ahead to make sure of scheduling.
Regal Cinemas does movies twice a month. They are showing a sensory-friendly version of "Kung Fu Panda" on March 5. Call for times. https://www.regmovies.com/
Bowtie Cinemas schedules showings from time to time. Visit their website for updates. https://www.bowtiecinemas.com/
Adrenaline Trampoline will have their next special needs night on 3/17. https://airdrenaline.com/
The Museum of Science and Technology has a Sensable Science day on 2/23. https://www.misci.org/
This site regulary updates sensory-friendly events in the area.