About Jeena
Posted by Ramanan Raghuraman on July 14, 2011
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eena is a self-help group of parents dedicated to improving the quality of life of parents and children with developmental disorders. Developmental Disorders is a broad classification for a group of diseases that affect the mental and/or physical development of children. These disorders include Autism, Cerebral Palsy, PDD, Language disorders, certain cases of epilepsy and a number of other genetic and neurological problems. Founded in April 2000, Jeena is the first not-for-profit organization focused on the specific cultural needs of families from South-East Asia, here in the Bay Area, CA. Jeena is a volunteer based organization that aims to provide support services and education to children and their families. Currently Jeena is focusing on projects in the Silicon Valley, California and in India.
Relationship Development Intervention
Posted by Suhas Shingade on January 11, 2012
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elationship Development Intervention
Relationship development intervention (RDI) is an intervention therapy that addresses the core deficits of autism - dynamic thinking and social communication.
Why can’t my child sleep?
Posted by Dror Schneider on December 14, 2011
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ow does the sense of body in space impact your child's sleep? What can you do to help your child sleep?
Jeena & MKC Holiday Party
Posted by Mindy Rani on December 6, 2011
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ecember 10th 3pm - 8pm
Does your child experience the world like you do?
Posted by Dror Schneider on November 10, 2011
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our sensitive child may experience the world differently. A few things you can do to minimize conflict and misunderstanding.
Q4 Dance Session - MKDC
Posted by Mindy Rani on October 16, 2011
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4 dance classes start on Wednesday, Sept 7th
This is a performance session for the MKDC Showcase which will be on Saturday Nov 5th.
People With Autism Need Visual Strategies
Posted by Jeffrey Maloney on September 25, 2011
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ost individuals with autism think in pictures. They use the visual centers of their brains to think and process information. This visual way of thinking supports language and communication, but seems to never replace it fully.
The Tomatis Method
Posted by Lindsay Swain on September 6, 2011
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n overview of The Tomatis Method written by Occupational Therapist Valerie DeJean.
India Fusion Dance Academy Navratri Hungama
Posted by Jeena Staff on September 5, 2011
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avratri Hungama
Saturday October 15th 2011
Time 7:00 to Midnight
East Valley YMCA Gym
1975 S White Road, San Jose, CA
For details contact Selvi Pragasam at 408-238-4034 or Lavanya Gopal at 408-270-3998
www.india-fusiondance.com
Proceeds benefit Jeena and IFDA Special Needs Peer Interaction Program
How To Make A Visual Schedule At Home
Posted by Jeffrey Maloney on September 5, 2011
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his article explains how to make visual schedules at home, using the materials that are around you every day.
Why We Use Visual Schedules
Posted by Jeffrey Maloney on September 5, 2011
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isual schedules are a core strategy used with people with autism. They help them make sense out of a confusing world. A visual schedule tells them what is happening, what will happen, and allows them to create purposeful activity. A schedule must be visual because people with autism do not think primarily in words.