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Scholarships are awarded as funding is available. Completion of the scholarship application does not guarantee approval of a scholarship.
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Registration ONLINE Register online at www.sanjoseca.gov/prns. Online is available 24 hours a day and 7 days a week for your convenience.
MAIL Mail the registration form found in this brochure to: Camden Community Center –AASR 3369 Union Ave. San Jose, CA 95124
WALK-IN Register in person during regular business hours at any Community Center.
FAX Fax the registration form to: Camden Community Center: 408-559-1203
Meet Our Staff Alexandria Donaldson
Donna Hepp
Bascom Community Center 1000 S. Bascom Ave. San José, CA 95128 408-794-6290 phone Alexandria.donaldson@sanjoseca.gov
Camden Community Center 3369 Union Ave.San José, CA 95124 408-369-6438 phone Donna.hepp@sanjoseca.gov
Liz Best
Lisa Yarn Seven Trees Community Center
Mayfair Community Center 2039 Kammerer Ave San José, CA 95116 408-794-1065 phone Liz.best@sanjoseca.gov
3590 Cas Dr. San José, CA 95111 408-794-1690 phone Lisa.yarn@sanjoseca.gov
Christy Matta- Therapeutic Service Manager 200 East Santa Clara St San José, CA 95113 408-535-3569 phone Christy.matta@sanjoseca.gov
Special Events Valentine Celebration at Camden Come join us for a night of crafts, food and fun. We will do some cookie decorating, make some holiday crafts and enjoy a fun night with friends. Program will take place in the Camden Youth Center so we will have access to lots of great games, movies, and more. Please note: You must preregister by 2/2/15 for this activity! This is a one time activity. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
382.3.4041
Camden
6:30pm– 8pm
2/8
M
1
16+
$10/$14
$2.50
Cupcake Wars at Camden Unleash your inner Duff Goldman. We will bake cupcakes and then engage in a little decorating war to see who takes home the coveted golden spatula! We can also take advantage of all of the great game options the Camden Youth Center has to offer: pool, ping pong, board games, video games and more! Light snacks and refreshments will be provided. Please note: You must preregister by 3/21 for this activity! Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
382.3.4044
Camden
6:30pm-8pm
3/28
M
1
16+
$15/ $19
$3.75
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Programs for children and teens with disabilities Wheels on Fire We've got a new day and time! Basketball, Rugby, Soccer, Bocce, you play it and we offer it! Wheels on Fire is a sports team designed for athletes who enjoy a variety of sports. No wheelchair? No problem, we have extra chairs for use during program. Athletes of all abilities are welcome. The team practices basic sports skills, team cooperation and rules of competitive play. This program focuses on exposure to a variety of wheelchair sports with the option for competitive skill development. We may also engage in special activities such as field trips and holiday parties. Snacks may be provided. Participants must be able to participate in a 1:5 staff to participant ratio and be independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant. No program 2/14 Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
382.3.4105
Camden
1pm-4:00pm
1/24-3/20
Su
8
5-22
$80/$88
$20
Folklorico Dance (inclusion) Dance is more than just moving to music. Each season, participants will learn two dances. As part of the learning process, we will teach about the history of the dance and its area of origin and include a fun craft which focuses on the theme of the dance. Develop motor skills, rhythm and balance while making it fun! This course is designed for individuals with disabilities and their siblings and friends. Please note, participants must be able to function in a 1 to 4 staff to participant ratio and be independent with their personal care (or provide an attendant). Please note: No class 2/14 Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Ages
Cost
Scholarship Price
382.3.1102
Camden
2pm-4pm
1/24-3/20
Su
8
5-18
$45/$53
$11.25
Fun for All This class focuses on fun with music, games, arts and crafts, movement activities and a field trip. This play program is designed for children with developmental disabilities including those with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Children should bring a sack lunch to class each week. Participants must be able to function in a 1:3 staff to participant ratio and independent with personal care needs. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Ages
Cost
Scholarship Price
231.3.4002
Roosevelt
9:30am-12:30pm
1/23-3/19
Sa
8
5-12
$144/$152
$36
Power Soccer Power soccer is an electrifying and growing multi-player sport designed for those who use power chairs. Come join our power soccer teams (San Jose Steamrollers, Rockets, and Flash) to help develop your skills in a power chair while playing an exciting sport! You will get the opportunity to play with your team in local and national tournaments. Depending on skill level and coaches recruitment, participants will be placed on one of the three teams. Steamroller practice from 10am12pm. Rockets practice from 12pm- 2pm. Flash practices from 1pm-3pm. Participants must be able to have a power chair adaptable for power soccer. Participants must be able to function in a 1:8 staff to participant ratio and independent with personal care needs. Please note: No class 2/13, 2/27, and 3/19 Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Ages
Cost
Scholarship Price
296.3.4101
Bascom
10am-3pm
1/23-3/26
Sa
7
5+
$55/$63
$13.75
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Programs for children and teens with disabilities Power Soccer Skills Development Join the San Jose Steamrollers, Rockets, and Flash in the electrifying and growing sport of power soccer! This program is designed to improve participants skills and understanding of power soccer. This is a great way for participants to learn the game of power soccer in a recreational setting. Participants must be able to function in a 1:8 staff to participant ratio, independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Ages
Cost
Scholarship Price
296.3.4105
Bascom
3pm-5pm
1/22-3/18
F
9
5+
$83/$91
$20.75
President’s Week Playcamp This four day camp is designed for children with disabilities who need a higher level of staff assistance for participation including those with Autism Spectrum disorder. Activities will include arts and crafts, games, circle time, and possibly a field trip. The goals of this program include: increased leisure skills, improved fine motor skills, decreased isolation, and community/friendship building. Children should bring a sack lunch to camp each day. Participants must be able to function in a 1:3 staff to child ratio and be independent with personal care needs or bring an attendant with them. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Ages
Cost
Scholarship Price
210.3.4228
Mayfair
10am-2pm
2/16-2/19
Tu-F
4
6-11
$120/$128
$30
Healthy Teens! Come learn about some ways to stay healthy from Somayeh Bolourchi, WORD-Planning Specialist from Santa Clara County Public Health Department, Center for Chronic Disease and Injury Prevention (CDIP). She will be discussing the importance of drinking water, exercising, eating fruits and vegetables, and more! We will also have healthy snacks to try. Class is 2/11, 2/18, 3/3, 3/10, and 4/7. Course # 210.3.4061
Location Mayfair
Time 4pm-5pm
Date 2/11-4/7
Day TH
Ages 12-16
Mtg 5
Cost free
Scholarship Price free
Attendants will be required to pass a City of San Jose background check in programs that serve youth under 18 years of age. Page 5
Programs for teens and adults with disabilities Simply Cooking This introductory course for adults with developmental disabilities covers basic kitchen safety, basic menu planning, and preparing simple dishes. Menus will include breakfast, lunch, dinners, and deserts. Class includes lecture, observation, and hands on preparation. Students will receive instructional materials to take home. Class is conducted in a teaching kitchen which utilizes gas burners. Participants must be able to function in a 1:4 staff to participant ratio, independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
296.3.4002
Almaden
6:30pm-8pm
1/13- 3/23
W
11
16+
$115/$123
$28.75
G.O. Fitness Goal Oriented Fitness is designed for youth and teens with a disability. Whether you are trying fitness for the first time or want to upgrade your fitness goals this is the program for you! Our trained staff will safely guide you through customized adapted exercises and circuit sessions that will work with your ability level. We work with treadmills, exercise balls, stationary bikes, resistance equipment and mat exercises to deliver a fun adapted program that will keep you coming back for more. Participants must be able to function in a 1:3 staff to participant ratio, independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care. Please note: No class 1/21, 2/18, and 3/17 Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
296.3.4110
Bascom
5:30pm-6:30pm
1/14-3/24
Th
8
8-18
$48/$56
$12
Adapted Digital Arts Camp Join our introductory multimedia camp for teens and young adults with disabilities! You'll work on projects in music production, video editing, graphic design, and photography. Material costs and snacks will be covered. Participants must be able to function in a 1:5 staff to participant ratio, independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care needs. (If a participant is under 18, personal attendants are required to pass a City of San Jose background check.) REQUIRED PREREQUESITE: MUST HAVE AT LEAST BASIC MAC COMPUTER LITERACY Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
231.3.4288
Seven Trees
12pm-3:30pm
2/16-2/19
Tu-F
4
14-22
$149/ $153
$37.25
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Programs for teens & adults Wheelchair Basketball Nothin' but net! Come out and shoot some hoops with your friends and learn the exciting sport of wheelchair basketball. All ability levels welcome. No sports chair, no problem; we have extra sports chairs available to use during program. Tournament opportunities are available for big gamers. Don’t miss out! Participants must be able to function in a 1:10 staff to participant ratio, independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
296.3.4106
Bascom
5:30pm-7:30pm
1/13-3/23
W
11
13+
$88/ $96
$22
Advanced Wheelchair Basketball This is a Wheelchair Basketball practice for advanced players who are competing at a high level. Don't miss out! Participants must be able to function in a 1 to 10 staff to participant ratio and be independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care. Course #
Location
296.3.4102
Bascom
Time
Date
7:30pm-9:30pm 1/13-3/23
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
W
11
13+
$88/$96
$22
Adapted Bowling It's a strike! Come join us for our immensely popular bowling program. Due to popular demand located at Bowlmor San Jose, 5420 Thornwood Drive in San Jose on Tuesdays from 4:005:30pm. Ages 11 and up are welcome. Register today, the lanes are going fast! Participants must be able to function in a 1:8 staff to participant ratio, independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care. You must pre-register by January 5th! Course #
Location
382.3.4108
Bowlmor
Time
Date
4:00pm-5:30pm 1/12-3/29
Day
Mtg
Ages
Cost
Scholarship Price
Tu
12
11+
$180/$188
$45
**Attendants will be required to pass a City of San Jose background check in programs that serve youth under 18 years of age. Non-Residents are welcome to participate in Programs and Classes at all of our San Jose Community Centers. Non-Residents will be charged an additional $4.00 for activities with less than 6 meetings or $8.00 for activities with 6 or more meetings. Page 7
Programs for Adults with Disabilities Monthly Social Come join us on the last Tuesday of the month for some fun! Each month will have a different theme or activity. Examples include Bingo, holiday parties, playing in the game room, arts and crafts, etc. Please register in advance to reserve your spot. Contact the community center if you would like to receive a flyer with details of the month’s event. Participants must be able to function in a 1:8 staff to participant ratio and be independent with personal care needs. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
210.3.4031
Mayfair
6:30pm-8:00pm
1/26
Tu
1
18+
$7
$1.75
210.3.4032
Mayfair
6:30-pm8:00pm
2/23
Tu
1
18+
$7
$1.75
210.3.4033
Mayfair
6:30pm-8:00pm
3/29
Tu
1
18+
$7
$1.75
Leisure Club Come out and meet new friends! This leisure program is designed to develop leisure awareness and social skills for individuals with developmental disabilities. Activities include crafts, games, music, parties and more. Participants who are able will go on one community outing per session. Individuals must be able to understand simple directions and require minimal supervision. Participants must be able to function in a 1:5 staff to participant ratio and independent with personal care needs. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
210.3.4017
Evergreen
7pm-8:30pm
1/19-3/8
Tu
8
18+
$58/ $66
$14.50
Co-op Dance These dances for individuals with disabilities ages 18 and up are co-sponsored and hosted by the Therapeutic Recreation programs of the cities of San JosĂŠ, Santa Clara, and Sunnyvale. Registration is accepted at the door only. Please call 408-369-6438 for more information or to receive the annual calendar. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
382.3.4023
Camden
7pm-9:30pm
2/5
F
1
18+
$7
n/a
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More Programs for Adults with Disabilities Around the Town Club Join us for a night on the town! This social club utilizes community trips to improve socialization, leisure awareness and independent living skills. Try new things and explore your community with the support and encouragement of friendly, knowledgeable staff. Past activities have included movies, restaurants, sporting events, theme events and nights at the theatre. The first night of the program will take place at Camden Community Center. Location thereafter varies based on participants chosen activities. Participants will be assigned to a group the first night. An event calendar will be passed out the second week of program. Members must be able to participate within a 1:6 staff to participant ratio and independent with their personal care needs. Please note: registration fee covers staffing costs only. Additional weekly fees may be required based on chosen activity costs. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Ages
Mtg
Cost
Scholarship Price
382.3.4000
Camden
7pm-9pm
1/28-3/17
Th
18+
8
$42/$50
$10.50
Adapted Fitness Don't put it off any longer! The time has come to jump start your fitness level. The program is located at a fully equipped Camden Community Fitness Center for individuals 18 and up with a physical disability. Each participant will receive a customized workout program designed to achieve their personal fitness goals. Participants must be able to function in a 1:5 staff to participant ratio, independent with personal care needs or provide an attendant for personal care. Please note: No class 1/18 and 2/15 Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Ages
Mtg
Cost
Scholarship Price
296.3.4104
Camden
1pm-3:30pm
1/11-3/25
M,W,F
18+
31
$174/$182
$43.50
Urban Explorers Get out and explore! This is a Saturday walking club directed towards teens and young adults with disabilities. Each week, we will meet at the Roosevelt Community Center and travel using public transportation to different trails, museums, festivals and parks in the area. San Jose has a lot to offer its urban dwelling explorers. We'll learn about our unique community settings while meeting new friends and getting a little exercise. Participants must be able to participate in a 1:5 staff to participant ratio and independent with personal care needs. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Ages
Mtg
Cost
Scholarship Price
231.3.4004
Roosevelt
1:30pm-5:30pm
1/23-3/19
Sa
15+
8
$82/$90
$20.50
Brochure Errors: Our staff has made every effort to prepare this brochure as accurately as possible; however, errors can occur. Circumstances may require adjustments be made to programs, fees, schedules, etc. AASR reserves the right to make any such adjustments. The staff apologize for any inconvenience these errors or adjustments may cause.
Brochure Mail Delivery: AASR relies upon the post office for mail deliveries of our seasonal brochures. AASR assumes no responsibility for mail delivery. If for some reason you do not receive a brochure, please pick one up at your local community center or library. Page 9
More Programs for Adults with Disabilities HIRLN Pizza and Movie Head Injury Recreation and Leisure Network is a social club for survivors of head injuries and strokes. Join us at Luigi's Pizza in Campbell for pizza and a soda. Then we will walk over to the Campbell Plaza Theaters to see a movie that is playing around 7pm. Participants must be able to function in a 1 to 8 ratio and be independent with personal care needs or bring an attendant with them. Attendant must pay for their own meal and movie ticket or register for the class. Please call Liz Best @ 794-1065 to receive a flyer or with any questions. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
210.3.4027
Cinelux
6pm-9:30pm
1/12
Tu
1
18+
$21
$5.25
HIRLN Musical Head Injury Recreation and Leisure Network is a social club for survivors of head injuries and strokes. We will be getting tickets to a musical (TBD). The seating will be near the disabled seating at the theatre, Tickets are sold on a first come, first serve basis and I cannot hold tickets. Registration needs to be paid in advance to reserve a ticket. Participants must be able to function in a 1 to 8 ration and be independent with personal care needs or bring an attendant. Attendant must register for the class as well. Please call Liz Best @ 7941065 to receive a flyer or with any questions. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Age
Cost
Scholarship Price
210.3.4028
TBD
6:30pm-10pm
2/2
Tu
1
18+
$25
$6.25
HIRLN Barracuda Game Head Injury Recreation and Leisure Network is a social club for survivors of head injuries and strokes. We will be getting group tickets to the San Jose Barracuda hockey game. A flyer with the details will be sent out closer to the date. Limited number of wheelchair accessible seats will be available on a first come, first serve basis. Please register in advance to reserve a seat. Participants must be able to function in a 1 to 8 ratio and be independent with personal care needs or bring an attendant. Attendant must register for the class as well in order to sit with the group. Please call Liz Best @ 794-1065 to receive a flyer or with any questions. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Mtg
Ages
Cost
Scholarship Price
210.3.4029
SAP
6:30pm-10pm
3/1
Tu
1
18+
$20
$5
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Support Groups SCI Connections SCI- Connections is a support group for people with Spinal Cord Injuries and their families This support group is open to all individuals with SCI and family members. You do not have to be a past patient from SCVMC. For more information on this group please contact the Support Program Coordinator, Robert Medel at Santa Clara County Valley Medical Center, Rehabilitation Research Center at (408) 885-2397. Course # 296.5.4501
Location Bascom
Time Date 6:30pm-8:30pm 3rd Thurs of each month
Day Th
Ages 12+
Mtg 1x per month
Cost free
Mild Brain Injury Support MBI peer support group provides support for people with Mild Brain Injuries and their families. For more information on this group please contact the Support Program Coordinator, Robert Medel at Santa Clara County Valley Medical Center, Rehabilitation Research Center at (408) Course # 296.5.4502
Location Bascom
Time Date 6:30pm-8:30pm 2nd & 4th Tues of each month
Day Tu
Ages all
Mtg Cost 2x per month free
Fiesta Familiar This support group, Fiesta Familiar, is sponsored by Fiesta Educativa Sur de la Bahia, a non profit organization of Latino parents of children with special needs. Fiesta Familiar brings Spanish speaking parents of children with special needs together to learn, get informed, and support each other. Different topics will be discussed each month based on the needs of those attending. For more information contact Teresa Montes de Oca, Regional Coordinator, Fiesta Educativa, Sur de la Bahia at (408) 954-5952 Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Ages
Mtg
Cost
210.5.4612
Mayfair
5:30-7:30pm
Last Friday of each month
Fr
all
1x per month
free
Programs for Groups Group Arts Class Check out the Mayfair Community Center and relax with some arts and crafts. This program is geared towards groups of people with disabilities and designed to improve fine motor skills, creativity and social skills. You will be guided through art projects, gardening and specialty crafts. Staff must accompany clients in a 3:1 ratio. Program design is flexible. Please call Liz at (408) 794-1065 to schedule your group. Drop in rates can be negotiated as well. Course #
Location
Time
Date
Day
Ages
Mtg
Cost
Scholarship Price
210.3.4023
Mayfair
11:30am-12:30pm
Jan
Th, F
18+
8
$8
$2
210.3.4024
Mayfair
11:30am-12:30pm
Feb
Th, F
18+
8
$8
$2
210.3.4025
Mayfair
11:30am-12:30pm
March
Th, F
18+
8
$8
$2
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