The Joshua Center has been offering social skills classes since 2008. We are now offering opportunities for kids to have fun hands-on activities with kids their age while learning appropriate social skills in new locations. Classes are for students with HFA, ADHD, TS and OCD K – 12th Grades
St. Louis Social Skills Classes All classes are taught by two education professionals trained with the “Me and My World Social Skills Games and Curriculum”. Where: Crosspoint Church, 5001 Little Rock Road, St. Louis, MO 63128 When: 1st and 3rd Saturdays Register:www.joshuacenter.com – under Programs, then Social Skills Cost: $40 / each class
WHEN: Sunday, October 2nd 1:45-3:15pm (must arrive by 1:30 to check in)
WHERE: Go Ape! Zip line & Treetop Adventure
13219 Streetcar Dr. Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Swing back into the school year with us!
Join us for an afternoon of aerial fun with a Tree Top Journey, while navigating suspended bridges, obstacles and zip lines, immersed in nature for an hour-long adventure. Meet us at the entrance. Gloves are required (your own or for purchase). Comfortable clothing (thighs/waists covered), closed toe shoes, long hair tied back.
Waivers must be completed to participate and can be accessed from the link below or filled out at the venue.
Meet us at the Entrance by 1:15pm. We will have a place for parents to meet and watch. Water will be provided. School information folders will also be available.
Info that is more specific is available at goape.com
At Amp Up Action Park there’s guaranteed fun at every turn! Attractions include pro kart racing, laser tag, virtual reality, high-ropes ninja course and lots of arcade games.
All attendees must have a Registration Waiver on file with Amp Up. Find the Waiver online here, or in person at Amp Up
Hello, my name is Brady Whelihan, and I am a TAA Rising Leader. I’m 19 years old, and I was diagnosed at 6 years old.
I wanted to pursue being a Rising Leader, because over the years I’ve had some pretty severe tics, as well as comorbids like: Anxiety, ADHD, and OCD. I want to be able to help people learn more information about Tourette, families included.
Please feel free to contact me for more information or if you just want someone to talk to.
Due to ongoing COVID concerns this winter, some events had to be rescheduled.
Please the note the new schedule.
As events approach look for more detailed information our Website: missouritsa.organd Facebook pages: Greater Missouri Tourette Syndrome Association & Tourette Families Missouri, also by our Email List Notifications.
APRIL – Saturday, 4/9, 11am-1pm
Family Golf Outing – Tower Tee Golf/Affton, MO
MAY – Friday, 5/20, 6:30pm
Family Fun Night – Amp Up Action Park/Manchester, MO
An evening of fun and fellowship with go karts, laser tag, ropes course, video game package. Ax throwing and concessions also available. Spend time with other TS families and chapter boardmembers at a dedicated meeting spot.
AUGUST – Date to be Determined
Go Ape! Zipline & Adventure Park/Maryland Heights, MO
Tree Top Journey package – outside zipline/elevated obstacle course with instruction. Appropriate for all ages (3’3” ht. minimum)
Join the Tourette Association, Missouri Chapter’s youth for a fun virtual gaming event! We’re looking forward to playing this top trending multiplatform game together!
Join us as Karen Balk, an occupational therapist at Washington University, team member of STL TAA Center of Excellence, and vice chair for MO TAA Chapter presents on strategies to help ease the transition to college and work.
Karen Balk is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: TAA Work
Time: Jan 19, 2022 07:00 PM Central Time (US and Canada)
WHEN: Friday, December 17, 6:00 pm CST WHERE: Zoom Meeting
Join us for a great overview of what is involved in becoming a Youth Ambassador for the Tourette Association, and what the journey has been like for those who have traveled it. This evening will be hosted by our former YA/current YA Coordinator, Drew Guise. He will be joined by our current YA, high school senior, Mia Eschman. You will hear about their experiences, be able to ask questions, and learn valuable information about the 2022 YA training and application process.
If you, or your child(12-17 yrs. old), have ever thought of exploring this wonderful program of advocacy, learning, leadership and sharing experiences, Please Join Us Friday Night!
Here’s a schedule of our chapter events for the upcoming school year. Keep on the lookout for more details as the time for each gets closer. Direct any inquiries back to: missouritsa@yahoo.com.
We hope to see many of you at one or more of these!
Revised 2022 MO Chapter Event Schedule (updated 2/21/22)
Due to ongoing COVID concerns this winter, some events had to be rescheduled.
Please the note the new schedule.
As events approach look for more detailed information our Website: missouritsa.organd Facebook pages: Greater Missouri Tourette Syndrome Association & Tourette Families Missouri, also by our Email List Notifications.
APRIL – Saturday, 4/9, 11am-1pm
Family Golf Outing – Tower Tee Golf/Affton, MO
MAY – Friday, 5/20, 6:30pm
Family Fun Night – Amp Up Action Park/Manchester, MO
An evening of fun and fellowship with go karts, laser tag, ropes course, video game package. Ax throwing and concessions also available. Spend time with other TS families and chapter boardmembers at a dedicated meeting spot.
AUGUST – Date to be Determined
Go Ape! Zipline & Adventure Park/Maryland Heights, MO
Tree Top Journey package – outside zipline/elevated obstacle course with instruction. Appropriate for all ages (3’3” ht. minimum)
2021/22 Chapter Events Schedule
As these events approach, look for more detailed information on our Website: missouritsa.org, and Facebook Pages: Greater Missouri Tourette Syndrome Association & Tourette Families Missouri
Specific timely details will also be sent out by Email List notifications. If you are currently not on our Email List and would like to be, please request to do so at: missouritsa@yahoo.com
October – 10/23/21, 1-3 pm (This event was a great time! I hope you made it!)
– Family Fall Festival Get-Together – Brookdale Farms, Eureka
Ambassadorship”. A great overview of what is involved in becoming a TAA Youth Ambassador, and what the journey has been like for those who have traveled it, hosted by our former YA /current YA Coordinator, Drew Guise.
January – 1/19/22, 7-8:30pm / Zoom
-Beyond High School – What Comes Next? – Virtual Presentation by Karen
Balk, Occupational Therapist with the Washington University Movement Disorders Clinic/TAA Center of Excellence. Karen will discuss issues for our older HS students, young adults and families who will be dealing with this soon – touching on suggestions and techniques for college prep, jobs, interviewing skills, etc.
February – 2/11/22, 6:30pm
– Winter Family Fun Night – Amp Up Action Park/Manchester Rd (near 141).
Enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship with go-karts, laser tag, ropes course, video game package. Axe throwing and concessions also available. Spend time with other TS families and chapter board members at a dedicated meeting spot.
April – 4/9/22, 11am-1pm
– Family Golf Outing – Tower Tee Golf/Affton, MO
Join in an afternoon of fun, including instruction and a talk by Craig Story, local golf pro and long time friend of our chapter, who has Tourette himself. Driving range, mini-golf, playground and lunch will be provided for kids. A putting green and batting cages are also available.
May – 5/21 or 5/22, early afternoon
-Swing Into Summer – Go Ape! /Maryland Hts.
TreeTop Journey Pkg. – Outside zipline/elevated obstacle course with instruction. Appropriate for all ages (3’3” ht. minimum).
Who doesn’t love standing in the Ticket Line? Having fun dancing with the locals.We love being corny!Family Fun Day can only happen when Families Have Fun!We may have different parents, but we are all family together!Thank you, Brookdale Farms, for such a great day.
Greater Missouri TSA 