We are proud to sponsor a variety of events and update this list as needed, so check back often. For more information about any of these listings, please contact us by phone or email, listed above.

32 Osgood Street, Andover, MA 01810

Tel:978-475-3806 (M-F 8am-4pm)

Fax:978-475-6288

What's Happening

at the Center

Event Cancellations

Groups and events may be canceled for several reasons, the most common being bad weather. Cancellations are announced on WCCM radio (1490 AM) and WCVB-TV (Channel 5). This information is also placed on our Andover facility phone (978-475-3806) by 6:30am for cancellations of Day School, Two by Two, and Early Intervention Groups.

Upcoming Events                              

Sign Language Workshop Series

September 23, 30 & October 10, 2010
6:00-8:00 pm
The Professional Center in Andover, MA

Basic sign language instruction for people who have or work with children ages birth to 5. Registration before September 16 is a must. Click here for registration and fee information. Class size is limited!

 

18th Annual Trot for Special Tots
5K Road Race & Walk

Sunday, October 3, 2010
10:00 am
The Professional Center in Andover, MA

Registration is now open for this perennial family favorite! Run the race or walk the 3.1-mile flat, friendly course in a residential neighborhood with your family. Free Costume Parade and Cookout follow. Medals awarded to top male and female racers in several categories, as well as prizes for overall winners and top 3 money earners! All proceeds benefit The Professional Center's programs for children with special needs. Questions to Julianne Bloise at
978-475-3806 or jbloise@theprofessionalcenter.org.

Trot Details
Race: $25 before Sept. 20, $30 after
Walk: $15 before Sept. 20, $20 after
Family Walk: $30 before Sept. 20, $35 after
                *family is 2 parents & their children ages 8-18
                  children under 7 are always free

$100 in pledges waives registration fee!
NEW THIS YEAR: Special online rates! Sign up online at Active.com and save on registration fees.

Click here to sign up online

Click here to donate to the Trot for Special Tots

Click here for Pledge/Waiver form

 

Developmental Day School

2010-2011 School Year
The Professional Center in Andover, MA

The Professional Center for Child Development has a wonderful Developmental Day School for children ages 3 through 7 years.
The population served are children with:

Moderate to severe developmental delays
Complex health care needs
Physical disabilities
Hearing or vision impairments
Sensory disorders
Children who use assistive technology
Children needing alternative forms of communication

PCCD's Developmental Day School is a 766 approved private school that provides educational, medical, therapeutic, social and referral services to children with special needs and their families.
For more information or to visit a classroom, contact Linda S. at 978-475-3806 ext. 210 or
lindas@theprofessionalcenter.org.

 

Play Pals Skills Development Group
now enrolling Click Here
to view flyer

Saturdays
10:00-11:30 am
The
Professional Center in Andover, MA

Play Pals is designed for 3- to 5-year-old children who would benefit from a small group setting for developing important social skills.  Using a play-based therapy the children are encouraged in the following skills: verbal communication, cooperation, taking turns, flexibility, and maintaining appropriate eye contact. Our specialty is working with children who have been identified as: overly sensitive, hyperactive, obsessive, easily frustrated, distracted, impulsive, inflexible, anxious and/or timid. Staffed by experienced specialists and therapists, there is also the opportunity for parent networking.
For more information, contact Kim Briggs at 978-475-3806 ext. 226 or ptp@theProfessionalCenter.org.

 

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Past Events              

Teddy Bear Picnic

PCCD children and their favorite teddy bears gathered on July 21 with family and friends on our accessible playground to enjoy lunch and stories about Teddy Bears.

Click here for photos

 

Our Children, Our Stars 2010 Swing Into Spring
Gala & Auction

Thank you to all of our generous sponsors!

 

PCCD's Sandy Levine Honored for 30 years of service

Click here for news story

 

Winterfest at PCCD '09

Day School family sing-a-long, click here for photos

 

PCCD Annual Meeting 2009

Staff Recognition awards, click here for photos

 

PCCD Holiday Party 2009

Andover Townsman photo,

click here

 

Trot for Special Tots 2009

Sponsor list

Results:

http://www.coolrunning.com/results

/09/ma/Oct18_Trotfo_set1.shtml

PCCD Art Show Opening Celebration  June 2009

Andover Townsman attends event and publishes photo of Meredith Pizzi, Music Therapist, and students.

Click here for photo and caption

 

PCCD Health and Therapies Coordinator, Jane Howe, Wins Award May 14, 2009

YWCA of Greater Lawrence

Tribute to Women Awards

Click here for photo and info