Adaptive Connect: Spring 2024

Adaptive Cycling Center

Season Kickoff - May 4th

NEW Hours! Tuesdays 8 - 5 p.m.,

Thursdays 8 - 12 p.m. and Saturday’s 8 - 5 p.m.

SEE PAGE 2 FOR MORE DETAILS.

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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

WolfeA@Reno.Gov

Next Deadline is April 19, 2024

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

Adaptive Recreation Tech

Bill Meacham

(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!

ADAPTIVE CYCLING CENTER OPENS FOR THE SEASON

The City of Reno is excited to kick off the Adaptive Cycling Center season May 4th!

The center offers a membership-based program that allows persons with disabilities to access our many adaptive bikes and jump directly on the trail, no bike transport needed.

Join us for our season kickoff with FREE Adaptive Bike Use, Vendors, Bike Rodeo, and a Nature Hike with Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation and David’s Chair.

Season kickoff: May 4, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Address:

6800 Pembroke Dr, Reno NV 89502

Hours of Operation:

Tuesday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Thursday 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Passes and Fees:

Single Admission - $30 Membership - $100 (unlimited rides)

SPORT

WHEELCHAIR RUGBY

Thursdays 2 - 5 p.m. $50

Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center1301 Valley Road

Wheelchair 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.

SLED HOCKEY

Fridays 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. $50

Reno Ice - 15500 Wedge Parkway

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.

Reno Rumble Sled Hockey Tournament

March 15 - 17

Teams from USA Hockey will join the Reno Ice Sled Hockey Club for a fun and competitive weekend of sled hockey!

Game times: Friday, 3 p.m. and 4:15 p.m., Saturday, 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m., 4pm and 5:30pm

Sunday, 9:15 a.m. Consolation (3 v 4) 10:45 a.m. Championship

WHEELCHAIR SKILLS AND DRILLS

Saturdays 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. $50

Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center1301 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. Practices will focus on conditioning and sport specific drills (wheelchair basketball, power soccer, etc.).

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL

Saturdays 1 - 3 p.m. $50

Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center - 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.

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.

Upcoming events: April 9, 16, 23, and 30 4 - 5:30 p.m. $20 for the week

Location: T.B.D.

Instructors: Cindy Porath and Anne Voss

ADAPTIVE FITNESS AT UPSTATE NEVADA

Upstate Nevada and Down Syndrome Network of Northern Nevada are teaming up to offer Adaptive Fitness. A weekly fitness class for DSNNN members, volunteers and families. All fitness levels welcome!

Tuesdays 11 a.m. (Beginning January 30)

Upstate Nevada - 1365 Airmotive Way

SOCIAL PROGRAMS

DANCE FOR ALL 1950S SPRING FLING

“Dance for All” - For Teens & Adults with Special Needs. Join us for a 1950’s Spring Fling Sock Hop!

Sunday, May 5, 2 - 4 p.m.

$3 per person - sold at door

Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center1301 Valley Road, Reno

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.

Thursdays 5 - 6:30 p.m. FREE Caregiver Support Group 2590 Orovada St.

An ongoing group for parents and caregivers of kids and adults with disabilities, including a free respite group with music activities for children and adults with disabilities and their siblings!

For more information, please contact Sharon: sharon@nmtsreno.org

WEEKLY WONDERS - FREE ART PROGRAM

Weekly Wonders is a free, weekly visual arts program provided year-round by Arts for All Nevada for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Currently, Arts for All Nevada offers four Weekly Wonders art workshops a week, in various locations. All Weekly Wonders programs take place from 3:00 to 4:30 pm regardless of location. On Mondays, Weekly Wonders is at the Lake Mansion, at 250 Court Street in Reno. On Wednesdays, Weekly Wonders is at the Douglas County Community Center in Gardnerville. On Thursdays, Weekly Wonders is at Larry D. Johnson Community Center, 1200 12th Street in Sparks, in partnership with the City of Sparks, and on Fridays, Weekly Wonders takes place inside the Reno Public Market, 299 E. Plumb in Reno, at Maker’s Paradise.

Weekly Wonders workshops are designed for adults who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. At a Weekly Wonders art workshop participants are guided through a variety of art projects, in a safe, social environment.

The Monday and Friday Weekly Wonders is supported, in part, by a grant from the City of Reno’s Access Advisory Committee; the Wednesday Weekly Wonders is made possible by a partnership with Douglas County and the Carson Valley Arts Council; and the Thursday Weekly Wonders enjoys the support of the Sparks City Parks and Recreation Department.

CITY OF SPARKS PARK AND RECREATION

Bowling

Wednesdays 2:45 – 4:30 p.m. FREE

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 pre-registration necessary.

Arts and Crafts Class

Thursdays 3 - 4:30 p.m. FREE

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.

ACCESSIBILITY IN THE OUTDOORSDISCOVER YOUR PARKS SERIES

April 13, 6:30 p.m. FREE

Sparks Marina

So sign up today to find new hobbies, new friends and

The Discover Your Parks Series is a program of all-ages events that aims to engage and uplift the community through arts, education and recreation in our local parks. Truckee Meadows Parks Foundation hosts the Discover Your Parks events once a month, in addition to our two times a month Yoga series! These events are FREE and open to all, but may have a limited capacity. your new favorite park!

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 each Quarter (January, April, July, October)

11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Meeting Virtually & Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center - 1301 Valley Road

for Spinal Cord Injury/Disease specific resources,

Please join City of Reno, VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare system, Renown Health, and High Fives Foundation topics, and guest speakers during our quarterly community-based luncheons.

HIGH FIVES HANGOUTS

Every 2nd Wednesday of each month 6:30 p.m.

South 40 - 1445 S Meadows Parkway

The 2nd Wednesday of each month please join the spinal cord injury (SCI) community in a monthly meet, greet, eat, and enjoy each other’s company! All are welcome!

RENO SPECIAL FRIENDS OPTIMIST CLUB

Every 2nd Saturday of each month 4 - 6 p.m.

Take2 Performers Studio,

780 Smithridge Dr., #300, Reno

Chartered in 2022, we are a strong and diverse organization of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We focus on positivity, community service, friendship/fellowship, learning, and fun!

For more information, visit: OptimistRenoSpecialFriends.com or text (775) 232 - 6066

KIWANIS AKTION CLUB

Every 1st Tuesday of each month 6 p.m.

Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center1301 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, Aktion 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. facebook.com/groups/ProjectHEROCityofReno

FIT BUT NOT FORGOTTEN

Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Thursdays 12 - 1 p.m. & Fridays 10 - 11 a.m. Free

Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center1301 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.

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 opportunity and camaraderie for all involved.

PHOTO BY ALPINE MEDIA HOUSE

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

INSTRUCTIONAL SESSIONS (7 WEEKS)

Host Facility

6355 Silver Lake Rd

Reno, NV 89506

Thursdays - 01:00 PM - 03:00 PM

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

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.