Activities
🌟 Upcoming Event: Self-Care for Parents of Neurodivergent Children 🌟
As parents, nurturing our well-being is essential before we can fully care for our children. This is especially important for parents of neurodivergent children, including those on the autism spectrum. Join us for a 90-minute group session. You will connect with other parents who share similar experiences, reflect on your challenges, and explore new perspectives on self-care. You will also gain practical self-care tools to support yourself and your family. Facilitator: Maggie Tsai, a mental health counselor at Cogleap and a Hope Focus System (HFS) program trainer. With individual, couples, family, and group therapy expertise, Maggie has helped clients aged 5 to 90. She holds a Master’s degree in Counseling from Palo Alto University and is pursuing a PhD in Counseling Education and Supervision. Event Details: Date: October 12 (Saturday) Time: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Child Care Available: We will arrange trainers for child care during the event and may provide some HFS training along with a baseline assessment to understand your child's skill abilities. Please note that space for child care is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. We invite you to take this opportunity to prioritize your well-being while connecting with others in the community. ✨ Reserve your spot today! ✨
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Halloween Haunted Hike
Join us on 10/20 at 9:30 AM at Fremont Central Park for Cogleap's spooky Halloween-themed free outdoors event! We'll take a haunted hike, enjoy interactive trick-or-treat activities with kids and parents, and help your children develop motor and cognitive skills through festive games. Costumes are welcome! We hope to see you there for some spooky fun!
HOPE Social Skills Program – Empowering Connections Through Structured Exercises and Fun Activities
Welcome to the HOPE Social Skills Program, a unique and innovative in person program designed specifically for neurodivergent children and adolescents facing social challenges. The HOPE program combines skill-based exercises with interactive group activities to create a supportive, engaging environment where participants can develop essential social skills while having fun. At HOPE, social development is nurtured through engaging, skill-based exercises and group activities that foster active peer collaboration. Each carefully designed activity promotes communication, cooperation, and confidence, guiding participants on an enjoyable journey toward mastering key social competencies. What Makes HOPE Unique? Comprehensive Social Skill Curriculum: This six-week program is structured around six core social skills categories, focusing on 18 targeted skills. From building social awareness to developing advanced friendship techniques, each week introduces new skills that evolve with the participant. Skill-based Exercises, Peer-Paired Activities, and Strength-Based Approach: Our activities are designed to be dynamic and interactive, encouraging participants to engage fully and form meaningful connections with peers. Indoor and Outdoor Learning: We offer a diverse learning environment with both indoor and outdoor settings, providing participants with real-world opportunities to practice and strengthen their social skills. Assessment and Progress Reporting: Pre-group and post-group assessments will be conducted, and progress reports will be provided after each session to track participants’ growth and development. Parents Education Opportunity: Through assessments, parent interviews, and ongoing communication with parents throughout and at the conclusion of the program, we provide valuable information to help parents support their children in improving social skills. We also offer group meetings where parents can share experiences and techniques for fostering social development in their children. Curriculum Breakdown: Week 1: Introduction to Social Awareness Week 2: Basic Conversation Skills Week 3: Developing Perspective-Taking Week 4: Conversation Maintenance Week 5: Managing Peer Relationships Week 6: Advanced Social Skills for Friendships Over these targeted weeks, participants will enhance their social awareness, emotional regulation, problem-solving abilities, and cooperative skills—building a strong foundation for long-term social success. Our team consists of experienced professionals who bring diverse expertise in psychology, behavioral therapy, and social skills training. Their commitment to the program ensures each participant receives personalized guidance in a supportive and empowering environment. Join HOPE today and empower your child to connect, communicate, and thrive in their social world!
