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Florissa Day Camp

Florissa Day Camp July 29-August 2  //  9:00 am to 11:30 am  //  Grace United Methodist Church, 921 East Chamberlin, Dixon Florissa, the Children’s Division of Kreider Services, will host a Summer Day Camp for children with developmental, social, emotional and behavioral needs. The day camp is open to kids going into ...read more

The “House Rules” for Successful Parenting

Parenting can be tough. It can be frustrating at times. Children’s misbehavior can stress us out and lead to unenjoyable interactions with our children. In this free one-hour presentation and discussion, child clinical psychologist, Dr. Kelly S. Flanagan, will describe a simple and effective approach to parenting that results in ...read more

Medieval Faire at Stronghold Castle

Medieval Faire for Families with Special Needs. Stronghold Castle, 1922 IL Route 2 North, Oregon, Illinois. Come join us for an afternoon of FREE food, Fun and Games. Medieval attire is encouraged, but not required. Lunch registration is required by May 1. Register with Lois at 815-288-1905 ext. 113 or by email: barnhartl@kreiderservices.org. ...read more

Future’s Planning — For Your Child With A Disability

This training will be presented by Attorney Chuck Rose and will cover Special Needs Trusts, ABLE Trusts, Guardianship and Power of Attorney. Chuck’s law practice is focused solely on assisting families who have children with special needs. He specializes in drafting Special Needs Trusts and Estate Planning for the family ...read more

“Under The Rainbow” Sibling Workshop

"Under The Rainbow" Sibling Workshop Saturday, March 16, 2019 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kreider Services, Activity Room, 500 Anchor Road, Dixon, Illinois  A Sibling Workshop is intended for the siblings of children with special needs to provide fun, education and peer support. Siblings between the ages of 5 to 15 are welcome to ...read more

3rd Annual Florissa 5K & Fun Run

Thank you for your interest in the Florissa Family 5K and Fun Run! The focus of this event is to raise funds to support Florissa, the children’s division of Kreider Services which helps those with developmental, behavioral, social or emotional needs. Florissa is located at 144 North Court in Dixon. Special ...read more

Birth to Three Screening

On February 25th, Florissa, in partnership with Child and Family Connections / Freeport Office and Kreider Services, will host a Birth to Three Screening from 8:30 am to 2:00 pm. There is $0 cost for the screening. An appointment for the screening is required. No walk-in appointments. This screening will be held at the ...read more

“Late, Lost & Unprepared — Why Can’t My Child Get Organized?”

Does your child have difficulty getting organized? Is his approach to tasks haphazard? Does she forget to bring books and homework home? Does he have difficulty remembering important information? This workshop will provide parents, teachers and other professionals with an understanding of executive functioning and how to help children who ...read more

Friendships: The Middle School Years

• WHO & WHAT Across the middle school years, the social skills required for successful peer relationships become more complex, especially for children with social skill difficulties. During this group, children in 5th through 8th grades will learn about middle school friendships and the social skills they need to make and ...read more

“Plant Smiles, Grow Giggles, Harvest Love” Sibling Workshop

"Plant Smiles, Grow Giggles, Harvest Love" Sibling Workshop November 17th, 2018 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Kreider Services, 500 Anchor Road, Dixon, Illinois  A Sibling Workshop is intended for the siblings of children with special needs to provide fun, education and peer support. Siblings between the ages of 5 to 15 are welcome to ...read more

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