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SHERMAN OAKS, Calif., April 25, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As young adults with autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, Asperger's Disorder, executive functioning challenges, and other social or emotional issues prepare to transition to college, the workforce, and beyond, they often experience a lack of resources and guidance to help them along the way. Advance LA is a program of The Help Group that specializes in preparing these young people for a successful future....
SHERMAN OAKS, Calif., Feb. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Help Group & Music for Autism present an interactive concert for individuals with autism and their families. Music for Autism offers professionally performed, enriching musical experiences in an environment where individual differences are celebrated. The one-hour interactive concert includes three segments - "concert time," "conducting time" and "percussion time" - where concertgoers are invited to join the...
SHERMAN OAKS, Calif., Jan. 23, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Help Group Distinguished Lecturer Series will feature a special presentation by cyber-crime expert Tracy Webb - How to Protect Our Kids in the Cyber World: Strategies for Parents & Professionals - on Thursday, January 31, 6:30-8:30 p.m. In this informative and engaging presentation open to the community at large, Ms. Webb will provide tools to aid parents, educators and mental health professionals in helping...
LOS ANGELES, Nov. 27, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- As the number of children diagnosed with autism, Asperger's Disorder, ADHD, and other special needs increases, centers that provide these children with the training they will need to develop essential life skills are more in demand than ever. Silverlining, a new designer resale boutique in Culver City and exciting initiative of The Help Group, serves as an innovative vocational training center for students with special needs....
SHERMAN OAKS, Calif., Nov. 1, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Help Group Summit 2012 - Advances and Best Practices in Autism, Learning Disabilities and ADHD took place on October 26(th) and 27(th) at the Skirball Cultural Center in Los Angeles. With First 5 California as the Major Sponsor and ABC 7 as Media Sponsor, this year's event featured 30 leading experts who provided cutting edge information to 600 attendees. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20090413/DC98260LOGO)...
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Advance LA, a program of The Help Group, announced today its newest program, Live. Advance. LA., a transitional living program. Live. Advance. LA. is an essential program developed specifically for young adults facing unique challenges as they prepare for their transition to independence. The program offers a supported living experience on a college campus in Bel Air, California. Based on the needs of each resident, the program...
SHERMAN OAKS, Calif., April 25, 2012 /PR Newswire-USNewswire/ -- PREP. LAUNCH. ELEVATE. - A Conference Supporting Teens & Young Adults in Their Transition to Independence, will be held on Friday, May 11, 2012 at the American Jewish University in Los Angeles. The conference, generously sponsored by Advance LA, is an innovative program of The Help Group, which provides individualized support services including one-on-one life skills coaching and workshops for teens and...
SHERMAN OAKS, Calif., April 24, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Autism Awareness Month, The Help Group proudly hosted the California Senate Select Committee on Autism & Related Disorders and the North Los Angeles Autism Regional Taskforce's (NLAART) Excellence in Employment Awards reception on Friday, April 20th at The Help Group's Sherman Oaks Campus. This uplifting program honored a host of individuals representing eight organizations who have...
SHERMAN OAKS, Calif., April 23, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Difficulties with social communication are hallmark symptoms of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). The ability to converse, interact socially and build peer relationships are important factors in healthy development from childhood to adulthood. On Thursday, April 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m., The Help Group Distinguished Lecturer Series will feature a special presentation by Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson on The Art & Science of...
Third Annual Art Show Provides Opportunity for Student Artists & Raises Funds for Arts Programs SHERMAN OAKS, Calif., March 20, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Help Group is proud to present Through Our Eyes: A Celebration of Young Artists, an exhibit of wonderfully creative original artwork by students of The Help Group's Village Glen and Bridgeport Schools. For the third consecutive year the show is being sponsored by the New York-based nonprofit Bear Givers and exhibited...
