Parkside Community Church Special Needs Ministry Classes taught by special educator in a fully inclusive setting during church services. 1550 Temple Heights Dr. Oceanside, CA 92056 760-961-5678 www.parksidechurch.cc Rejoicing Spirits Non-Shush Ministry Inclusive, accepting worship service adapted to engage people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Calvary Lutheran Church 424 Via de la Valle Solana Beach, CA 92075 858-755-2855 www.calvarylutheranchurch.org The Rock Church Special Needs Ministry 1:1 and 2:1 ratios for 10 am and 12 pm worship services provided by occupational, physical, music, speech language pathologists and host of volunteers. Specialized curriculum. 2277 Rosecrans St., SD, 92106 619-226-7625 www.sdrock.com Skyline Church A nurturing ministry for children with special needs during Sunday worship services. Individualized attention is based on need during music, crafts and spiritual guidance. 11330 Campo Rd. La Mesa, CA 91941 619-660-5000 www.skylinechurch.org
YOGA Asanas for Autism and Special Needs Shawnee Thornton Hardy, a local educational/behavioral consultant, Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher, yoga therapist and M.Ed., teaches yoga to all with Autism and special needs and leads teacher training workshops for people who want to do the same. 619-997-9492 www.asanasforautismand specialneeds.com
MISCELLANEOUS ORGANIZATIONS Al Bahr Shriners Philanthropic organization raises money for children needing treatment for orthopedic, burn and spinal cord injuries, and cleft lip and palate care in hospitals around the country. 5440 Kearny Mesa Rd. SD, 92111 858-292-0092 www.albahrshrine.org
If I Was a Bird Yoga Yoga Studio uses qualified teachers for yoga and movement at all levels and abilities for kids ages 2-18. Also baby and me and infant massage. Uptown San Diego, Del Mar and Liberty Station 858-775-2913 www.ifiwasabirdyoga.com
American Legion Child Welfare Foundation Their philanthropic priority is to provide other nonprofit organizations with the means to educate the public about the needs of children across this nation. 317-630-1202 www.cwf-inc.org
Just Believe Yoga Individualized yoga for children with Autism to build confidence, increase muscle tone, teach selfregulation, offer a creative outlet and to have fun! www.justbelieveyoga.com
The Gurmilan Foundation Nonprofit helps secure funding to support individuals with disabilities through scholarship awards and adaptive equipment grants. 482 W San Ysidro Blvd. #508
San Ysidro, CA 92172 619-250-2291 www.gurmilanfoundation.org Make-A-Wish Foundation of San Diego Creates life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. 2440 Hotel Circle N. #200 SD, 92108 858-707-9474 www.sandiego.wish.org March of Dimes Committed to improving the health and welfare of pregnant women, premature babies and infants with birth defects through education and health advocacy. 9325 Sky Park Ct. #250 SD, 92123 858-576-1211 www.marchofdimes.org Easter Seals Southern California International charitable organization devoted to providing opportunities for children with physical disabilities. 714-834-1111 www.easterseals.com/ southerncal v
Miss Debb’s “Yoga for Kids” at Golden Steps Debb Lubke, CYKT, COTA, provides yoga for fun, flexibility and fitness by an energetic, certified occupational therapy assistant. 4065 Oceanside Blvd. #J Oceanside, CA 92056 760-602-7986 www.goldensteps.org Therapeutic Approach to Growth (See listing under Behavioral and Mental Health) Therapy Uptown (See listing under Occupational Therapy) yOTga Occupational therapist and yogi practices inclusive yoga to increase core strength, improve social skills, fulfill sensory needs and encourage self-regulation and awareness. 631-879-7613 www.erinyotga.wixsite.com/ yotga
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Open Hearts Ministry at Sacred Heart Catholic Church Monthly support group for caregivers, ecumenical scripture study and OpenHeARTs, a monthly art social. Annual White Mass spotlights inclusion and sensoryfriendly Christmas liturgy for special needs families. 655 C Ave. Coronado, CA 92118 619-435-3167 www.sacredheartcor.org
