2022 Adaptive Newsletter: Spring/Summer

Spring & Summer April-June 2022

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Adaptive Connect is made possible by Renown

Inclusion/Adaptive Recreation Staff

If you have an event or activity that you would like posted in the next publication of Adaptive Connect, Please Contact April Wolfe at: 1301 Valley Rd, Reno, NV 89512 Phone: 775-333-7765 Fax: 775-321-8338 WolfeA@Reno.Gov

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (775) 333-7765 April Wolfe

Next Deadline is July 22, 2022

Reno High Fives Sled Hockey Team to Compete in USA Hockey Disabled Hockey Festival In its first season, the Reno High Fives Sled Hockey team is headed to the 2022 Disabled Hockey Festival to be held in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania April 2124, 2022.

The largest disabled event of its kind and one of the USA

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Adaptive Technicians (775)657-4661 Breana Horvath William Meacham

Hockey’s most significant events each season, the USA Hockey Disabled Hockey Festival provides a fun and exciting experience spanning over two weekends, while also promoting and growing Disabled Hockey throughout the country.

The event, which takes place in a different part of the country each year, brings together all six Disabled Hockey disciplines, which includes Blind Hockey,

Registration, Schedules or Information: April Wolfe (775) 333-7765 | WolfeA@Reno.Gov

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!

Deaf/Hard of Hearing Hockey, Sled Hockey, Special Hockey, Standing/Amputee Hockey and Warrior Hockey.

The team will travel with Reno Ice coach Mike Harder at no cost thanks to a grant from the Craig H Neilsen Foundation. Stay tuned for updates on City of Reno Adaptive new Instagram account!

SPORTS

Mark Wellman Adventure Day Sunday, June 5 10am-2pm | Fee: Free Sparks Marina - 300 Howard Dr. Join us for a day to try new things! This event is an invitation to all people with disabilities, their families and friends.

We’ll have kayaks, adapted rock climbing equipment and adaptive bikes available for participants to try.

Bring closed-toe shoes, bathing suit and sunblock for a fun day in the sun!

For details visit: SparksRec.com or call (775) 353-7815

Wheelchair Basketball Season Starts in September Fridays 6-8pm Fee: $50 EMNECC - 1301 Valley Rd. 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 March 29 - May 3 Tuesdays 4-5:30pm Reno Tennis Center 2601 Plumas St.

Sled Hockey Starts in August Sundays 10:30-11:30am Fee: $50 Reno Ice 15500 Wedge Pkwy

Tennis Buddies of Reno is a fun, interactive, and supportive environment for individuals with developmental disabilities designed to help them improve their fitness levels and learn how to play tennis.

Participants with physical disabilities will get a chance to learn about sled hockey and get on the ice. All equipment and onice instruction provided.

Please wear long pants and closed toed shoes. No prior experience necessary.

For more information and to volunteer visit here.

Military Sports Camp

I Can Bike Camp June 13-17 Reno-Sparks Convention Center - 4590 S Virginia St. The Nevada iCan Bike Camp teaches kids and adults, age eight years and older how to ride a two-wheeled bike.

Check out our Facebook page at @iCanBikeNevada for news and updates or contact Diana Rovetti Rovetti@UNR.edu for more information.

September 12-16 The City of Reno will host 15 disabled veterans and injured service members with their spouse/guest for a multi-day event.

There is no cost to military servicemen or women and their guest. Registration preferences will be given to Nevada Service Members and residents. For an application contact: April Wolfe at WolfeA@Reno.Gov.

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SOCIAL PROGRAMS

City of Sparks Parks and Recreation For the following programs call Shauna before each event to confirm dates, times and fees.

(775) 353-7815 ShNelson@CityofSparks.us RecInfo@CityofSparks.us Arts and Crafts Class Thursdays 3-4pm Fee: Free Larry D. Johnson Community Center 1200 12th St., Sparks 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.

Bowling Wednesdays 2:45pm Fee: $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.

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Note-able Music Therapy Services Note-Able.org

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 Manal Toppozada at (775) 324-5521.

Sibshops Sunday, April 10 12-2pm Sierra Nevada Chocolates 1290 S. Virginia St.

Spring Sibshop! Kids, age 8-13, who have a brother or sister with a developmental disability, special healthcare needs, or mental health concerns are

Registration, Schedules or Information: April Wolfe (775) 333-7765 | WolfeA@Reno.Gov

Dance for All City of Reno and City of Sparks collaborate for a new dance series for teens and adults with Special Needs.

Cinco De Mayo Dance Sunday, May 1 2-4pm Fee: $3 at the door McKinley Arts and Culture Center - 925 Riverside Dr.

invited to our Sibshop to be held in-person.

At this Sibshop we will engage sibs in some fun low-key activities and talking games, and will get to learn how to make their own spring-themed chocolates!

RESOURCES

OPERATION:

NEW HEIGHTS INTRODUCTION TO CLIMBING Where: Mesa Rim Reno When: Mondays @ 1400 Who: Tribal Members, Veterans, Active Duty and Military Recruits Learn to climb or refresh your skills with a like-minded team.

FOR MORE INFO OR TO ENROLL MoonRocksBouldering.org

Renown Rehabilitation Hospital

Tahoe Ability Program

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.

The Tahoe Ability Program is a non-profit community integration program for adults with developmental disabilities. This program is designed to create inclusion for people with developmental disabilities, foster independence, promote progress within our community, encourage self-advancement and assistance in reaching goals.

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 Rd. 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.

For more information visit: TahoeAbility.org

Silver State Self-Advocacy Conference August 2-4, 2022 | Las Vegas, NV In partnership with Nevada Aging and Disability Services, the Nevada Disability Advocacy and Law Center, the Nevada Center for Excellence in Disabilities, Nevada Department of Education Office of Inclusive Education, Nevada Blind Connect, Nevada PEP, and the Statewide Independent Living Council, we are pleased to present this conference by and for the I/DD Community.

More information on registration, speaker applications, and more, can be found online at: NevadaDDCouncil.org/2022-Self-AdvocacyConference Reno.Gov/Adaptive | Adaptive Connect: Spring/Summer 2022

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A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE NEVADA DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS SERVICES & TRUCKEE MEADOWS DOG TRAINING CLUB

VETERANS K-9

Veterans K-9 Corps

Corps

A partnership between the Nevada Department of Veterans Services and Truckee Meadows Dog Training Club

A FREE peer support dog training program that brings you and your dog together with other veterans to develop fun and effective training skills.

A FREE peer support dog training dog together with other veterans to develop Activities include: Obedience, agility, scent training and more! fun and effective training skills!

For upcoming dates and information, contact: Rachel Jelenic The K-9 Corps is a 10-week long program in which you connect that brings you and with other veterans atprogram the Truckee Meadows Dog Training Club your and other local locations.

jelenicr@veterans.nv.gov or (775) 825-9849.

Connect with other veterans who share a common love for their k-9 companions!

The K-9 Corps is a 10-week long program

in which you connect with other veterans at the Truckee Meadows Dog Training Club and other local locations.

ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: OBEDIENCE AGILITY SCENT TRAINING AND MORE!

For upcoming dates and information, contact: RACHEL JELENIC

jelenicr@veterans.nv.gov | (775) 825-9849

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CONNECT WITH OTHER VETERANS WHO SHARE A COMMON LOVE FOR THEIR K-9 COMPANIONS! Registration, Schedules or Information: April Wolfe (775) 333-7765 | WolfeA@Reno.Gov

VETERANS Fit But Not Forgotten Thursday 12-1pm Thursday 5:30-6:30pm Friday 10-11am EMNECC - 1301 Valley Rd. 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 that is offered.

Nevada Paralyzed Veterans of America

Project Hero City of Reno

NevadaPVA.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.

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.

ProjectHero.Org

For our weekly ride/event schedule follow us on Facebook at Project HERO Hub City of Reno.

National Veterans Wheelchair Games July 7-12 | Tempe, AZ The National Veterans Wheelchair Games is the world’s largest annual wheelchair sports event solely for military veterans. The event demonstrates the unstoppable character of veterans and seeks to foster wider respect for all people with disabilities.

The Wheelchair Games is open to all U.S. veterans with spinal cord injuries, amputations, multiple sclerosis, or other central neurological conditions who require a wheelchair for athletic competition.

For more registration and more information: www.WheelchairGames.org

#WheelchairGames

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