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02/11/2026

SOMASLP families, here's a great program for your budding performers.

We are pleased to announce our new adaptive theatre program! All of the elements of theatre with supportive staff and an environment that is inclusive for all. A full production featuring blocking, choreography, costumes, lighting, sound etc, but in a safe space where all abilities are celebrated.

Starts on February 21.

Email ggreen@metroymcas.org if you have questions!
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We are also looking for VOLUNTEERS to help pioneer this new program and support our Magic Makers! High school buddies as well as potential adult volunteers with a passion or background in working with children/teens with disabilities.
https://forms.gle/5cgBm95i9JjKSfPD8

02/09/2026

Join us tomorrow evening for a great workshop on talking to elementary school aged children about race.

On February 10th, experienced educators will guide caregivers and teachers of elementary school children through conversations about race, identity and community, preparing them to continue the conversation at home. Professional development hours will be provided. Event limited to 30 spaces. Extra registrants will be placed on a waitlist. Use this link to register: https://forms.gle/XKcboqZLRAdwJbEZA

02/04/2026

Looking forward to facilitating One World Playgroup this Saturday!

This weekend, come together for the One World Playgroup, hosted by the Coalition on Race’s Schools Committee in partnership with SOMA Justice - Addressing Race and Inequality. The gathering takes place on Saturday, Feb. 7, from 10 a.m. to noon, bringing families with young children together to connect while kids play, socialize and learn.

Preschool-aged children (2–5 years old, plus siblings) will enjoy a guided social group led by sought-after local speech therapist Reesa Salomon and early childhood specialist Hannah Korn-Heilner. Parents and caregivers can join the SOMA Justice Pre-K Book Club 📚, featuring special guest Keisha Miller, librarian from the South Orange Public Library, for meaningful conversation and a presentation of books celebrating .

Registration is required; location is shared only with registered participants.

Reserve your spot today and be part of this special community gathering: https://www.communitycoalitiononrace.org/one_world_playgroup_2026_1

01/08/2026

Great info from on some developmental milestones to keep an eye out for.

01/08/2026

Tonight in the high school/ young adult social skills group we created a word cloud about dating and relationships. We talked about self advocacy, boundaries, red flags and green flags in a relationship, and online safety and self-advocacy.

12/31/2025

SOMASLP 2025: A Year of Impact

This year we showed up in a big way for our community, supporting communication, connection, and growth one session at a time.

Here’s what 2025 looked like at SOMASLP:
🔹 1071 individual 30-minute therapy sessions
🔹 104 hours of social skills groups across 140 45-minute groups
🔹 21 comprehensive speech-language evaluations
🔹 23 free consultations for families and adults exploring support options.

Thank you to every client, family, and community partner who trusted us with your voice this year. We are endlessly inspired by you.
Here’s to more progress, advocacy, and empowered communication in 2026 🗣️✨

12/30/2025

SLP OFF-DUTY 🌲
Redwoods for regulation ✅
Fresh air for processing ✅
Recharge complete (almost) 💚
Back soon, SOMA!

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from my family to yours 🎄💜🎄

12/24/2025

Santa's favorite SLP is officially on vacation!

12/23/2025

SOMASLP will be closed for winter break, beginning Wednesday, 12/24/25, reopening on Monday, 1/5/26. Wishing you and yours a joyous holiday season and a happy New Year filled with love, light, and laughter.

12/19/2025

Neurodivergent-affirming self advocacy example. A young man I work with and I created this card for him to use when meeting new people at college.

12/15/2025

Happy Chanukah from my family to yours! Wishing you love, light, and latkes!