RISE ABOVE NEWSLETTER SUMMER 2008

GAME NIGHT TOURNAMENTS

Enjoy a competitive game of BINGO and delicious hot fudge sundaes or pop floats! 
Ages: 16 and up / 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Friday, July 11 
Cost:  $8 per night due at the door
Location:  Wilbur Rogers Center 12100 W. Alameda Pkwy
Register by calling Rachel at 303-987-4868 by July 10

OPEN BOWLING:
Summer open bowling league.  Join us for the fun, friends & 10 pin strikes.
Ages 16 & up
Saturdays, June 7 - August 9
10 am - Noon
Location:  Brunswick Zone - Green Mountain
                 945 Kipling Parkway, Lakewood
Cost:   1 game - $3
            2 games - $4.50
            3 games - $6
Includes all equipment. Payment due at bowling alley each Saturday you choose to participate.
Just show up for the fun!

SIGN LANGUAGE:
Communication with people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or hearing impaired play a vital role in today’s society. Learn the fundamental skills of Signed English and information about the deaf community.  American Sign Language will also be discussed.  Intermediate classes are a continuation of the beginning class.  Prerequisite is the beginning class or the equivalent. 
Instructor: Patty Dunsmore
Ages: 14 and up
* Beginning Class
7- 9 PM, Mondays, June 2 – Jul 28
* Intermediate Class
7- 9 PM, Wednesdays, May 28  – July 23   (No Class July 4)
* Practice Sign Class
7- 9 PM, Thursdays, May 29  – July 24   
Location for all classes: Wilbur Rogers Center at 12100 W. Alameda Pkwy.
Cost: $40 plus $15 for the book (if you would like to keep it.)
Call Jo to register at 303-987-4866

NITE ON THE TOWNE

Get out of the house and explore the Saturday night life!  We will enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant and then go see a movie.  (G - PG13)
The restaurant and movie will be determined closer to the event date.
Ages:  16 and up
4:30 – 9:30 pm
Saturday: June 14 (Must register & pay by June 2)
                 July 26 (Must register & pay by July 18)
Cost: $40
Location: Meet at Clements Community Center 1580 Yarrow St.
Call Rachel at (303) 987-4868 for more information or to register. Mail in registration also accepted.

 

KARAOKE PARTY/TALENT SHOW

Its time to show off your American Idol skills! Shake your booty and sing your heart out at our Karaoke Party! With dinner and prizes this party will be nothing short of a blast.  Dinner will be included.
Ages: 16 and up
5:30-7:30 pm
Tuesday, July 8
Cost: $15
Location: Meet at Clements Community Center 1580 Yarrow St.
Call Rachel at (303) 987-4868 for more information or to register.

 

RECREATION AND LEISURE CLASS

These classes are designed to provide basic and life-long leisure skills for the individuals who are participating in them. Come and join us for a fun educational experience and develop a new skill. All classes must have a minimum of 5 students to take place.
Ages: 16 and up only
Please register by filling out the RISE Above! registration form and mail it in.
(There will be an additional $5 fee for late registration. You must register for each class you want to take by the due date. Drop in registration in NOT accepted. )
For more information please call Jo Burns at 303-987-4866.

COOPERATIVE Ropes Course

Prepare to climb to new heights, make new friends, learn the dynamics of teamwork, and laugh a lot.  This program focuses on problem solving, low & high elements.  Helmets and harnesses are included.
Monday, June 16
9 am - 3 pm
Cost: TBD
Location: I-70 & Genessee
For more information call Rachel at 303-987-4868

 

POETRY CLASS

Let out the inner poet in you.  We will read it, write it, listen to it and watch poetic reading on videos. There will also be a guest poet, Ron Jones, for one class.
Saturdays, June 14, 21, 28, July 12, & 19 (register by June 11h )
8:30 – 9:30 AM  (before bowling)
Cost $30 
Location: Clements Community Center, 1580 Yarrow St, Lakewood
Instructor: Curry McMurry
For more information call Rachel at 303-987-4868

R.E.L.A.X. Your Way!

Recreate, Educate, Leisurely Activate & X-perience! We bring you this new approach to recreation and leisure.  This is a one-on-one private class to explore the realms of your interests.  You decide what you would like to do, and we will build a program together.  If you like fitness, we will set goals and focus on health & fitness.  If you enjoy any area of art, we will create an art program just for you.  The sky is the limit! This is your time with a certified therapeutic recreation specialist.
6 sessions-45 mins. each  or 5 sessions-1hour each
Cost: $75                               Cost: $60
Location will vary with program, but must be in Lakewood

RELAX Your Way (You & a Buddy
6-sessions-1 hour each or 5 sessions-1 hour & 15 min
$50 per person                      $50 per person
Note: May require additional costs for supplies depending on activity choice

For more information call Rachel at 303-987-4868

Munch on Lunch with:  Where in the world is the Garden Gnome?

Why not spend your lunch break picnicking with friends in beautiful parks in Lakewood while learning about the garden gnome’s whereabouts. The Garden Gnome moves around each week to a landmark location in the United States.  Each week you will discover a new place, and then take pictures of the gnome in Lakewood parks.  Transportation from your home or work is included.  Its summer time and there is no reason to be spending time inside!
You must live or work in Lakewood.  A picnic lunch is provided.
Wednesdays, July 2, 9, 16, 23
11:30am -1:30pm
(If you only have from 12-1 for lunch, we will make sure you will be back to work on time!)
Cost: $35
For more information call Rachel at 303-987-4868

Summer Getaways
Have we got some exciting things for you to do this Summer. Come join your friends for our summer getaways. AGES 16 AND OVER for all getaways.  All registrations are due, paid in full by the date listed (NO EXCEPTIONS). Please use the RISE Above! Registration Form.  Payments for Getaways will be accepted several ways, in person at 12100 W. Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80228 or you may mail it to the same address, call Rachel or email at racsil@lakewood.org.  Payments must be dated by the post office by the due date to be accepted. For information about any of our summer getaways please call Rachel at 303-987-4868.

La Piazza dell’Arte: Art in the Piazza
If you can’t get to Italy, why not have Italy brought to Denver.
Join us in taking a trip to Denver version of a beautiful Italian street complete with delicious food, bright and colorful chalk art images, and handmade gelato! Lunch will be included
Saturday, June 7
Noon - 3 pm
Cost: $20 (Bring extra money for souvenirs or gelato)
Call Rachel at 303-987-4868 for more information and registration
LOCATION: Meet at Clements Community Center, 1580 Yarrow St.

OUTDOOR CONCERT-PUT A LITTLE JIG IN YOUR NIGHT
Tonight, we will listen to the musical stylings of the lively Irish Rock Band “The Indulgers.”  Listening to a bouncy jig amongst friends during dusk is the perfect way to spend a warm summer evening. 
Wednesday, July 2
 6 - 9 pm
Cost: $20
Call Rachel at 303-987-4868 for more information and registration
LOCATION: Meet at Clements Community Center, 1580 Yarrow St.

Take A Hike To Pearl

This program will take us through the woods to a beautiful view of mountain ranges on one side and beautiful boulders on the other side.  This trek will be followed by a delicious lunch and stroll along Pearl Street in downtown Boulder.  This hike is inclusive of all levels. Lunch is included.
Saturday, July 12
9 am – 2:30 pm
Cost: $25
Call Rachel at 303-987-4868 for more information and registration
LOCATION: Meet at Clements Community Center, 1580 Yarrow St.

 

ROCKIES GAME

Its that time again.  Hotdogs, Coors field, strikes and homeruns.  That’s right…ITS BASEBALL SEASON, and we will not miss out on seeing our dear Rockies play.  So join us for a great night under the Coors Field lights. Snack or refreshment included.
Thursday, July 17
6 - 9:30 pm
Cost: $35
Call Rachel at 303-987-4868 for more information and registration
LOCATION: Meet at Clements Community Center, 1580 Yarrow St.

MOVIE BY MOONLIGHT

Join us to see “SHREK THE THIRD” under the summer stars.  This will be an evening of fun with friends, exploring some stores, and activities brought to you by Aspen Grove.  There is nothing quite like the evening in the summer, the warm air, and a bit of comedy.
Wednesday, August 6
6 – 10 pm
$20
Call Rachel at 303-987-4868 for more information and registration
LOCATION: Meet at Clements Community Center, 1580 Yarrow St.

WINTER PARK EXCURSION
Explore activities at winter park like the alpine slide, chair lift rides, miniature golf, human maze, and climbing walls for the day.  To finish our active day, we will treat ourselves to some delicious ice cream in Empire. Lunch is included.
Saturday, August 9
8 am – 4 pm
Cost: $45
Call Rachel at 303-987-4868 for more information and registration
LOCATION: Meet at Clements Community Center, 1580 Yarrow St.

Sports Hall of Fame & LUNCH DOWNTOWN
Be transported through sports history located in the famous Mile High Stadium, home to the Broncos!  Following our tour, we head over to 16th St. Mall, where we will enjoy a relaxing afternoon outdoor lunch. 
Saturday, August 23
10 am – 2:30 pm
Cost: $25
Call Rachel at 303-987-4868 for more information and registration
LOCATION: Meet at Clements Community Center, 1580 Yarrow St.

SPORTS ACTIVITIES

GOLF

Golf lessons on Thursday with practices on Fridays for people with developmental and/or physical disabilities. Golf outing time to be announced during class. Limit 10 golfers.
Ages: 8 and up (registrations accepted until full)
Thursday & Friday, June 14 & 15, June 21 & 22 with golf outing on a Sunday TBA.
9 – 10 am,
Location: Fox Hollow Golf Course at 13410 W. Morrison Road
Cost: $20
Please register with Rachel at 303-987-4868 and pay at the site on June 14.

GOLF TEAM
For those golfers interested in participating in Special Olympics Golf please call Rachel at 303-987-4868 to sign up for the team. Practices will be held in the evenings at Fox Hollow Golf Course. 
Mondays & Wednesdays
June 16-July 30
5:30 - 7 pm
Coach: Jill Sadvik
1st Day is a Meeting with Coach to discuss season goals and tournament dates

ADAPTIVE WATER SKIING/TUBING

Come learn how to water ski or tube at Sloan’s Lake.  All adaptive equipment is provided.  Program is limited to 4 participants per day.  Come for one or all of the sessions. Participants MUST be able to roll from stomach to back independently in the water with a lifejacket on to participate.  Water test will be given at site.  Participants must complete liability release paper work which will be mailed upon registration. Please bring your own sack lunch, water, towel & sunscreen.
Wednesdays – July 16, 23, August 30,
10 am – 2 pm
Cost $15 per session you choose to attend. (payment & registration due one week before session)
Meeting Place: Clements Community Center 1580 Yarrow St
For more information call Jo at 303-987-4866

UNIFIED SOFTBALL LEAGUE:
Come join the fun with softball.  Unified and special populations leagues are available. Practices begin in May at Lakewood Park.  Softball League begins Friday, June 8 at Lakewood & Addenbrooke Parks.  Call 303-987-4806 for more information and to register to be on a team.

WHEELCHAIR BASKETBALL CAMP FOR YOUTH:
Youth Ages 10-20 wanting to play basketball and learn skills. Must be able to catch a ball and be independent with wheelchair mobility. For youth with physical disabilities.
August 18 - 22, 9 am to 4 pm, Monday – Friday
Location: Carmody Recreation Center 2200 S Old Kipling St
Cost: $25 due upon registration. (Scholarships Available)
Sponsored by the Rolling Nuggets & Colorado Sports for the Physically Challenged.
To Register: Call Chris 303-987-4806 or email chiluc@lakewood.org

CAMPS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

CAMP PAHA:
Camp Paha is full for all age groups, however; we are accepting registrations for the waitlist. Camp Paha is a day camp for youth and young adults with disabilities.  Camp Paha offers a variety of camp activities including arts & crafts, nature activities, sports, games, swimming, drama, music, field trips and fun.  Camp Paha offers safe, fun, quality programs for all functioning levels.  Campers must be able to work and play in a 3:1 camper to staff ratio.
Ages: Children 6 – 14 & Young Adults 15-25. 
9 am – 5 pm, Monday - Friday, June 16 - August 1
Location: Glennon Heights Elementary School, 11025 W Glennon Dr.
For Campers: you must complete a registration form and pay a $25 non-refundable registration fee.  For more information please call Jo Burns at 303-987-4866 or Rachel at 303-987-4868.  For camper registration packet please call 303-987-2490 or visit www.lakewood.org/paha.cfm.

 

Camp Paha is still looking for counselors, counselors in training, assistant counselors, head counselors and specialists.  You can find information on each position & applications at www.lakewood.org and type “Camp Paha” into the search engine in the top right corner.

ADAM’S CAMP:
Intensive therapy programs for children with developmental disabilities ages 1-18 and their families year round.  Four different summer camps will be offered: Early Start Camp, Mountain Therapy Program, Trailblazer Camp, “I CAN” Camp, and Teen Camp. Call Adam’s Camp for session dates. Financial Assistance Available.  Adam’s Camp:  5251 S Quebec Street #150, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, for more information call Jonah Berger at 303-563-8290 or www.adamscamp.org.

COLORADO LION’S CAMP:
The Colorado Lions Camp has a goal to seek out every individual who is eligible to attend our camp and give them the opportunity to experience the joy of a safe, therapeutic atmosphere that will aid in self growth and confidence towards others.  For campers ages 8 through adult. Contact the camp for session dates and availability.  The Colorado Lions camp is not wheelchair accessible.  For complete camper eligibility information and specific camp dates please call the camp at 719-687-2087. Fax # 719-687-7435 E-mail: LionsCampCO@aol.com 

EASTER SEALS COLORADO ROCKY MOUNTAIN VILLAGE:
Children and adults with disabilities have the opportunity to build self-esteem and achieve independence during one week residential sessions beginning in June.   Camp will run for 10 weeks through mid-August with each week focusing on a different adventure or disability.  Activities include athletics, crafts, swimming animals, horses and challenge activities. Rocky Mountain Village is on 140 acres in Empire, CO. For more information call 303-569-2333 or visit www.eastersealsco.org or email at camperinfo@cess.org

WHEELCHAIR SPORTS CAMP:
For individuals who use wheelchairs grades 1-12.  June 9-13, 2008.  Located at Aurora Central High School. Sports include: archery, hand cycling, track and field, basketball, tennis, hockey, swimming, power soccer, softball, rugby, and sailing. This camp is sponsored by Colorado Sports for the Physically Challenge, Inc.  For more information please call Mary Carpenter at 303-985-7525

CAMP NUHOP:
For kids with learning disabilities, ADD and behavior disorders. Camp is located in Ohio and out of state campers are welcome.  For more information contact Camp Nuhop at 419-289-2227 or visit their web site www.campnuhop.org.

THE LEARNING CAMP:
A residential camp for children with learning disabilities, ADD and ADHD.  A summer camp full of Rocky Mountain adventure with daily practice of reading, writing and math in Vail, Colorado. For more information call 970-926-2706 or www.learningcamp.com

OTHER FUN SUMMER ACTIVITIES

Adventure programs for people with disabilities. Adaptive Sports Center, P.O. Box 1639, Crested Butte, CO 81224  www.adaptivesports.org  or 1-866-349-2296

National Sports Center for the Disabled (NSCD) has a variety of different sports clinics, day camps, mountain adventures and activities going on in the Metro Area this summer.  For more information call 303-316-1518.

BOLDTZAH, LLC is an organization providing housing for persons with disabilities.  Criteria for the BOLDTZAH apartments is for individuals with disabilities who utilize wheelchairs, particularly motorized, for mobility; needs assistance with activities of daily living; and are motivated to live independently.  For more information please call Barry Rosenberg at 303-233-4056 or boldtzah@aol.com.

RISE ABOVE UPDATES:

Many thanks to our wonderful volunteers this season who helped make our programs possible.  Thank you Chelsea Cerny & Beth Winter for your help with inclusions. A big thank you to Peter Herod, Julie Walker, Jeff Gail, & Jessica Resler who volunteered faithfully with youth sports. And a HUGE thank you to Courtney Erker for her unwavering support with both youth sports and inclusions throughout the year.  If you are interested in volunteering with Rise Above! please contact us at 303-987-4866 or 303-987-4868.  Thanks.

IN MEMORY
It is with a sad heart that we share the loss of two Camp Paha campers who both died in February.  Jeff Wolf & Matthew Marks.  They will both be missed. 

RISE ABOVE! POLICIES & PROCEDURES

ACTIVITY POLICY

BEHAVIOR POLICY
Appropriate social behavior is important.  If a participant’s behavior is detrimental to the group, the participant may be requested to withdraw from the activity, and the balance of the activity fee will be refunded. Inappropriate social behaviors (physical abuse to others, self-abuse, loud noises, refusal to participate) will result in the immediate removal of the participant by the caregiver

If the participant needs one-on-one supervision because of ability or behavior, registration will depend on the availability of a suitable volunteer.  Friends of family members who volunteer do not pay for themselves in the class, but may be asked to pay a fee for any extra supplies that are used. Anyone needing assistance with toileting, feeding, medications or dressing will be required to have an assistant present at the activity.  Please check with the coordinator of the program to determine if this policy pertains to your group.

INCLUSION OPPORTUNITIES
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate in the general recreation classes offered by the City of Lakewood.  If you are interested in registering for a general recreation class and would like assistance or need adaptations to participate, please call Jo at 303-987-4866 or Rachel at 303-987-4868.   TDD (Telephone Device for the Deaf) 303-987-4862.

LATE FEE POLICY:
For all participants, parents, guardians, and care givers: Please remember that a $10.00 late fee for each fifteen minutes after the designated pick up time will be charged for late pick ups from RISE Above! Program activities.  This includes but is not limited to dances, getaways, special events, and classes.  Alternate transportation (RTD, Access-A-Ride, taxi, other) must be discussed with the coordinator at the beginning of the activity. Thank you.

REFUND POLICY
In order to receive a refund for an activity you MUST call 24 hours in advance to cancel.  If you fail to call and cancel, no refund will be issued, NO EXCEPTIONS.

RISE ABOVE CONTACT INFORMATION
Address: Wilbur Rogers Center, 12100 W Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80228
Jo Burns, RISE Above! Coordinator:
Office: 303-987-4866  Cell: 303-472-1957 email:joabur@lakewood.org
Rachel Silverman, RISE Above! PT Program Specialist
Office: (303) 987-4868 Cell (303) 478-1267 email: racsil@lakewood.org
Wilbur Rogers Front Desk: 303-987-2490  Fax Number: 303-987-4863
The RISE Above Newsletter is also on the City of Lakewood website at www.lakewood.org

Alternative formats of this document available upon request.  The City of Lakewood does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability in the provision of services.  For disabled persons needing reasonable accommodations to attend or participate in a City service or program, call 303-987-4866 or TDD (Telephone Device for the Deaf) 303-987-4862, as far in advance as possible.

RISE Above Registration Form

Date:
Participant's Name:
Age:
Address:
Zip
Home Phone:
Alt. Phone

Activity Name 1:_________________________Activity Date_____________ Cost __________

Activity Name 2:_________________________Activity Date___________ Cost___________

Activity Name 3:_________________________Activity Date__________ Cost____________

Made By:___________ Total Payment Amount ________
Check or Money Order #________

Please mail registration form and payment to RISE Above, 12100 W Alameda Parkway, Lakewood, CO 80228 (Note: You may also register by phone at 303-987-4866 or 303-987-4868, but payments must be received by the listed due dates.) Copy as needed. Thanks.