Adaptive Connect: Spring 2023

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If you have an event or activity that you would like posted in the next publication of Adaptive Connect, Please Contact

April Wolfe at:

Phone: (775) 333-7765

Fax: (775) 321-8338

WolfeA@Reno.Gov

Next Deadline is April 21, 2023

Inclusion/Adaptive Recreation Staff

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

April Wolfe

(775) 333-7765

Therapeutic Recreation Coordinator

Shaun Stewart

(775) 657-4659

Adaptive Recreation Assistant

Anthony Goulet

(775) 657-4661

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are a vital part of the City of Reno Inclusion/ Adaptive Recreation program. Volunteers will gain rewarding experiences through assisting Parks and Recreation staff with a variety of programs or providing additional support for participants. We are currently seeking volunteers for our upcoming programs!

Now Accepting Applications for the Spring Active Fund Cycle

Applications are now being accepted for the Kelly Brush Foundation’s spring Active Fund! This program provides grants to help fund the adaptive sports equipment of your choosing. Anyone living in the US with paralysis from a traumatic spinal cord injury can qualify. The KBF has been giving grants for over a decade now, and has provided over 1,500 pieces of equipment to people with SCIs in 50 states.

Applications are due April 12 at 5 pm EST, but make sure to start early. Applicants must provide documentation of paralysis, which can take a couple of weeks to receive. These grants can be life-changing! If you or someone you know has tried an adaptive sport but thought they could never afford the equipment, the Active Fund is there to help!

Go to http://kellybrushfoundation.org/theactivefund for more information, including application guidelines.

Sports

Wheelchair Rugby

Thursdays 2-5pm $50

EMNECC - 1301 Valley Road

Wheelchair or Quad Rugby is a fast paced and competitive sport for individuals with physical disabilities that affect all four extremities. Players use special “Rugby Wheelchairs” to play the sport. These chairs are very maneuverable and can take a hit or two. Rugby players must be able to push their own wheelchairs.

Wheelchair Sports Skills & Drills

Saturdays 10am-12pm $50

EMNECC - 1301 Valley Road

Whether you’re just getting started or looking to develop your skills to get to the next level, this program will help you along your journey through sport. Coached by Paralympic Gold Medalist, Three-Time Gold Medalist in Alpine Skiing & Basketball Alana Nichols, practices will focus on conditioning and sport specific drills.

Wheelchair Basketball

Saturdays 1-3pm $50

EMNECC - 1301 Valley Road

Are you interested in the extreme challenge of wheelchair basketball? Wheelchair basketball is a sport for everyone - people who use wheelchairs for mobility and people who don’t.

Sled Hockey

Fridays 4:15-5:15pm $50

Reno Ice - 15500 Wedge Parkway, Reno

Participants with physical disabilities will get a chance to learn about sled hockey and get on the ice. All equipment and on-ice instruction provided. Please wear long pants and closed toed shoes. No prior experience necessary.

Battle of Nevada (March 10-12): Reno Ice Sled Hockey Club vs Las Vegas Golden Knights

• Game 1: Friday, March 10 at 8:15pm

• Game 2: Saturday, March 11 at 9am

• Game 3: Saturday, March 11 at 1pm

• Game 4: Sunday, March 12 at 8:45am

Tennis Buddies

A fun, interactive, and supportive environment for individuals with developmental disabilities where athletes can improve their fitness levels and learn to play tennis. The following events will be instructed by Cindy Porath, register at SierraJuniorTennis.org/partnerships/#buddies.

Spring Program

Tuesday, April 4, 11, 18, and 25 from 4-5:30pm Location: Reno Tennis Center - 2601 Plumas St.

Summer Fun Camp

Monday-Thursday, June 12-15 from 9:30-11am Location: TBD

Social Programs

Note-able Music Therapy Services

NMTSReno.org/Services

Note-Able Music Therapy Services is a nonprofit organization with a primary purpose of providing inclusive music programs and music therapy services for children and adults of all ages and disabilities. Our mission is to create lasting change in the lives of people of all abilities through music. For more information contact (775) 324-5521.

Electronic Music Classes (EMC)

Thursdays $50 per month

2590 Orovada Street

These classes fosters both technology and social skills and is geared toward teens of all abilities.

EMC 1 (Introduction) 5:15-6pm

Learn the basics of creating electronic music in a hands-on environment.

EMC 2 (Advanced) 6-6:45pm

An in-depth interactive music class through producing and DJing.

City of Sparks Park and Recreation

Bowling

Wednesdays 2:45-4:30pm

$2 per game

Coconut Bowl

1855 E Lincoln Way, Sparks

Bring your friends and come out to practice your game and have a great time too. We keep track of scores to average for the Special Olympics tournaments. No preregistration necessary.

Arts and Crafts Class

Thursdays 3-4pm

Free Entry

Larry D. Johnson Community Center - 1200 12th St.

We’ve teamed up with Arts for all Nevada to provide Weekly Wonders. Participants (16 yrs. or older) will develop their artistic abilities through a variety of fun projects. Reservations required.

Resources

Renown Rehabilitation Hospital

Renown Rehabilitation Hospital provides a full range of rehabilitation services for these conditions: brain injury, stroke/neurological diagnoses, spinal cord injury, fractures, joint replacements, multiple trauma, cancer, Parkinson’s and movement disorders, heart and lung disorders, amputation, and worker’s compensation injuries.

At Renown, patient outcomes exceed national benchmarks, thanks to the team of rehab specialists.

Lunch and Learn

Every 3rd Wednesday 11:30am-1pm of each month

Meeting Virtually & EMNECC - 1301 Valley Road

Please join City of Reno, VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare system, Renown Health, and High Fives Foundation for Spinal Cord Injury/Disease specific resources, topics, and guest speakers during our monthly community-based luncheons.

High Five Hangouts

Every 2nd Wednesday of each month 6:30pm South 40 - 1445 S. Meadows Parkway

Join the SCI community in a monthly meet, greet, eat, and enjoy each other’s company! Dinner is included. All are welcome. For additional questions, email, jarredevans7@yahoo.com.

Kiwanis Aktion Club

Every 1st Tuesday of each month 6pm EMNECC - 1301 Valley Road

Join us as we plan for our next year of fun, inclusive activities including meetings, and service projects all year! We’ve participated in events such as the Buddy Walk, holiday caroling with Sierra High Notes, helping with holiday crafts for kids at 39 North Pole holiday festival in sparks, and a lot more!

Charted in 2007, Atikon Club is a service group for adults with disabilities that is sponsored by the Sparks Kiwanis and the Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities. If you’d like more information email SparksKiwanis@gmail.com or Rovetti@unr.edu

Veteran Programs

Project Hero City of Reno

ProjectHero.Org

Founded in 2008, Project Hero is a groundbreaking national non-profit organization dedicated to helping Veterans and First Responders affected by PTSD, TBI and injury achieve rehabilitation, recovery and resilience in their daily lives and increasing awareness to combat the national mental health emergency posed by PTSD and TBI. For our weekly ride/ event schedule follow us on Facebook at Project HERO Hub City of Reno

Fit But Not Forgotten

Wednesdays 5:30-6:30pm

Thursday 12-1pm

Fridays 10-11am

EMNECC

- 1301 Valley Road

The City of Reno is offering our disabled veterans weekly fitness classes in our facility weight room. Classes will cover orientation to equipment, assessment of fitness level, proper technique to develop strength, endurance and flexibility, and discuss fitness goals. Upon completion of our four classes participants will be eligible for a FREE all inclusive facility membership good for one year.

The Fit but not Forgotten pass is valid for 1 year from the time of issue. It will be renewed under the following circumstances: pass usage (must be active in the last 30 days) and continued grant funding from the VA. If there is a lapse in the pass, then the Veteran is required to complete a one hour refresher.

Nevada Paralyzed Veterans of America

NevadaPVA.org

This program is dedicated to improving the quality of life for veterans and our disabled community with spinal cord injury or dysfunction. Nevada PVA offers an active sports and recreation program for our members, and the disabled in our community. This organization sponsors programs in Northern Nevada that provides health benefits, support, opportunity and camaraderie for all involved.

New Art Exhibition at Nevada Museum of Art

March 4-July 23

Free admission for Veterans, Active and their families

Nevada Museum of Art - 160 W Liberty Street

Come and visit the Nevada Museum of Art with the exhibit titled Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War II. This exhibition tells the story of the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops - the first mobile, multimedia, tactical deception unit in US Army history.

Operation: NEW HEIGHTS

Mondays 2pm

Mesa Rim - 970 Harvard Way

This is an introduction to climbing for tribal members, veterans, active duty and military recruits. Learn to climb or refresh your skills with a like-minded team. For more information or to enroll: MoonRocksBouldering.org

PGA HOPE is the flagship military program of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to all Veterans to enhance their mental, social, physical and emotional well-being.

Veterans in their transition. Sessions are taught by local P.G.A. Professionals with assistance from trained volunteers and include clubs and equipment if needed, training aids, range balls, and weekly golf course access.

The PGA of America and local PGA Professionals are working closely with the VA system across the country to assist Veterans in their tranistion. Sessions are taught by local PGA Professionals with assistance from trained volunteers and include clubs and equipment if needed, training aids, range balls and weekly golf course access.

SPRING

FALL

Instructional sessions (7 weeks)

Host facility: Sierra Sage Golf Course - 6355 Silver Lake Road, Reno NV 89506

INSTRUCTIONAL SESSIONS (7 WEEKS)

Thursdays 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Spring:

Host Facility

• Weekly Session: May 11, May 18, May 25, June 1, June 8, and June 15

6355 Silver Lake Rd Reno, NV 89506

• Graduation: June 22

Fall:

Thursdays - 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

• Weekly Session: August 25, September 1, September 8, September 15, September 22, September 29

• Graduation: October 6

Space is limited, Register today!

To register, scan the above QR code or visit the following site: www.pgahopencsignup.com

SPACE IS LIMITED, REGISTER TODAY!

To register, scan the above QR code or visit the following site: www.pgahopencsignup.com

For additional assistance, email Jacob Fagan @ jfagan@pgahq.com

For additional assistance, email Jacob Fagan at jfagan@pgahq. com

Program Partner: V.A. U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs

MEDIA PARTNERS

Media Partners: Chevron Human Energy, Toytoa Northern California Toyota Dealers, N.B.C. Bay Area, and N.B.C. Sports Bay Area.

P.G.A. Reach: Impacting lives through Golf. pgareach.com

PROGRAM PARTNER

OPERATION MOUNTAIN FREEDOM

A Military Sports Camp

January 22-27

2023 Winter Calendar

NORDIC SKI & RACE CAMP

February 3-5

Operation Mountain Freedom a military sports camp:

Nordic Ski and race camp: February 3-5

MONO SKI MADNESS

Mono Ski Madness: March 3-5

March 3-5

Operation Mountain Freedom a Military Sports Camp: March 12-17

OPERATION MOUNTAIN FREEDOM

Spring Expo: March 25

Nordic Ski and race camp: March 31-April 2

A Military Sports Camp

March 12-17

Springtacular: April 25-28

Onling daily lessons by reservation! Call (760) 934Info@DisabledSportsEasternSierra.org or www. DisabledSportsEasternSierra.org

SPRING EXPO

March 25

This camp was funded in part by a grant from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. The opinions, findings and conclusions stated herein are those of Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra and do not necessarily reflect those of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. This camp made possible in part through support of the Craig H. Neilsen Foundation. The CHNF supports individuals with SCIs. In partnership with Inyo National Forest.

NORDIC SKI & RACE CAMP

March 31-April 2

SPRINGTACULAR

April 25-28

This camp was funded in part by a grant from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. The opinions, findings and conclusions stated herein are those of Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra and do not necessarily reflect those of the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.This camp made possible in part through support of the Craig H. Neilsen Foundation. The CHNF supports individuals with SCIs. In partnership with Inyo National Forest.