2021 Adaptive Connect: Fall

City of Reno presents: Adaptive Connect Fall 2021: September-November Give sled hockey a try & season opener for free on September 19 For more information go to page 3

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 Next Deadline is October 22, 2021

Therapeutic Recreation Specialist April Wolfe 775-333-7765 Inclusion/Behavior Specialist Alex Nieto 775-657-4659 Adaptive Technicians Breana Horvath 775-657-4661 William Meacham

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!

Equestrian Program Added!

August 26 & September 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 Thursdays 9am-1pm Fee: $120 per session Plumas Gym - 475 Monroe St. Join us at Alder Creek Adventure Center in Truckee, CA for adaptive equestrian lessons, in partnership with the Tahoe Donner Association. Participants learn horsemanship and/or riding skills in an environment designed to fit their needs and learning styles and improve physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being for people of all abilities. Lessons may be limited to horsemanship skills only for certain disabilities, as determined by the on-site instruction team.

To reserve your spot, please contact info@achievetahoe.org or (530) 581-4161 x6 with your preferred date.

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

SPORTS

Wheelchair Rugby August-April Saturday 12-3pm | Fee: $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 Basketball August-April Fridays 6-8pm | Fee: $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.

Give Sled Hockey a Try/ Season Opener Sunday, September 19 10-11:45am Fee: Free Reno Ice - 15500 Wedge Parkway Come learn about Sled Hockey and meet the NEW Reno High Fives Sled Hockey Team in this free clinic.

Come learn about Sled Hockey and meet the NEW Reno High Fives Sled Hockey Team in this free clinic.

Facebook event: https://fb.me/ e/1aSz0HsMV Registration: TryhockeyForFree.com

Sled Hockey Season starts October 3 Sundays 11am-12pm | Fee: $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 Tournament October 29-31 Plumas Gym - 475 Monroe Street Teams from the United States Wheelchair Rugby Association (USWRA) will join the High Fives Wheelchair Rugby Team in a fun filled and competitive weekend of wheelchair rugby. For game schedules, to volunteer or for more information contact April Wolfe. Please come out and support the team

Tennis Buddies of Reno September 8 - October 13 Wednesdays 3:30 - 5:00pm Reno Tennis Courts - 2601 Plumas Street This program allows for a wide range Our fall program is just about to start. Athletes anxiously anticipate the Tennis Buddies season and volunteers claim that buddying up with athletes with Down Syndrome and other developmental disabilities for the 6-week program is one of the greatest joys of their lives.

Visit SierraJuniorTennis.org for additional information regarding the fall session and registration.

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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

Bowling Wednesdays 2:45pm Coconut Bowl | Fee: $2 per game 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.

Thursdays 3:30-5pm | Fee: Free Larry D. Johnson Community Center - 1200 12th St.

Note-able Music Therapy Services

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.

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SAVE THE DATE: Special Olympics Regional Bowling Tournament November 20-21 National Bowing Stadium - 300 N Center St, Reno

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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.

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.

Spooktacular Halloween Dance Party Sunday, October 24 2-4pm Sparks Parks and Rec Gym - 98 Richards Way Fee: $3 per person at the door Wear your favorite costume and get ready for a hauntingly good time!

Music provided by DJ, J.J. Christy “No Bull Media, Inc.” Refreshments will be served.

Jingle Bell Rock Christmas Dinner and Dance Friday, December 10 5-8pm Sparks Parks and Rec Gym - 98 Richards Way Fee: $5 per person, advanced ticket purchase required You are cordially invited to our Christmas dinner and dance! Dinner is served 5-6pm and dance 6-8pm.

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 communitybased luncheons.

Chive Charities Chive Charities specializes in helping our recipients with medically-related items and therapy not covered by insurance. We do not assist with past medical bills, funeral costs, lost family income due to disability or death in the family.

Since our inception in 2012, Veterans have been a bedrock part of the Chive Charities recipient family. With over $3 million in support awarded to over 100 veterans from every military branch, the commitment to our nation’s heroes remains steadfast. Whether it’s purchasing a service dog for a former marine or completing an accessible home renovation for a retired soldier, we specialize in providing items that improve quality of life for veterans.

To apply visit: ChiveCharities.org/Outreach/ Veterans

Tahoe Ability Program 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.

For more information visit: TahoeAbility.org Reno.Gov/Adaptive | Adaptive Connect: Fall 2021

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Veterans K-9 Corps Service Members and residents. For an application contact: April Wolfe at Questions or to volunteer contact The Veterans K-9 Corps is a free WolfeA@Reno.gov Rachel Jelenic at JelenicR@ peer support dog training program Veterans.NV.gov or (755) 825-9849. brining you and your dog together with nine other veterans for Reno.Gov/Adaptive | Adaptive Connect: Fall 2021

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