Services - Social Groups
What Are Social Skill Groups?
At New Beginnings, we frequently run social groups. These groups provide children with the opportunity to learn, practice, and strengthen important social skills in a supportive and structured environment. Led by experienced behavioral technicians, small groups allow children to interact with peers while also receiving individualized support, guidance, and feedback from their direct staff. Our groups help make meaningful connections, while developing skills that can be used at home, school, community, and beyond.
How Do Social Skill Groups Work?
Social skills are best learned through practice! During group sessions, children participate in structured activities, games, conversations, community outings, and more to practice skills. Each week, there is a theme aligned with the activities presented to the group to keep things fun and engaging.
What Are the Benefits of Social Skills Groups?
Social skills groups help children develop important skills while learning alongside their peers. Through repeated practice and support, children can build confidence and develop meaningful relationships with others.
Some skills children may work on during groups include:
- Starting and responding to conversations
- Maintaining back-and-forth conversations
- Join attention skills
- Greeting and interacting with others
- Joining and initiating group activities and play
- Sharing and taking turns
- Cooperating and working with others
- Making and maintaining friendships
- Asking for help, or appropriately advocating for their needs
- Perspective taking
- Problem-solving
- Managing emotions
- Building confidence
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42 Edwards St,
Southbridge MA 01550
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9:00 AM - 5:00 PM