ADAPTIVE RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES The Adaptive Recreation Opportunities (ARO) program provides quality and equal opportunities for recreation and leisure to community members with disabilities. ARO offers healthy, fun, and educational experiences through three service areas: Inclusion Support, Specialized Adaptive Programs, and Transition Support. Inclusion Support Individuals of all abilities and ages are welcome to participate in any program listed in the Recreator. New to ARO? Visit fcgov.com/aro to complete a New Participant Support Form to begin the request process. If you are interested in participation support due to a disability, or other support need, requests should be made two weeks prior to program start date. A request does not guarantee an inclusion aid. Adaptive Programs Designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with physical, intellectual, developmental, and/or emotional disabilities. Specialized Adaptive Programs include trained staff, modifications, and adaptive equipment to provide optimal participation and quality experiences. Personal care is not provided in these programs, but attendants are welcome. See section below on Attendants. Transition Support ARO offers assistance in recreation and leisure choices so you can be as independent as possible. A therapeutic recreation professional will discuss your strengths, needs, and interests. Fill out your participant support form at fcgov.com/aro. Attendants Individuals who are not independent in activities of daily living may participate with a personal care attendant. There is no fee for personal care attendants unless otherwise noted. Attendants need to register separately and note whom they will be assisting. Notify ARO staff to coordinate the support plan prior to class start date. Volunteer Whether assisting with events or being a weekly inclusion support partner, volunteers are always needed to help support individuals in the ARO program. To apply, visit engage.fcgov.com/d/aro or contact Brenda McDowell at bmcdowell@fcgov.com.
Contact Information For additional information about ARO programs, visit fcgov.com/aro or contact ARO staff: Becca Heinze, M.Ed., CTRS, 970.224.6125, bheinze@fcgov.com Brenda McDowell, CTRS, 970.416.2024, bmcdowell@fcgov.com Taylor Ingram, 970.224.6027, tingram@fcgov.com Transportation Participants are responsible for their own transportation unless otherwise noted. The following resources provide transportation: Transfort (Public City Transport) Dial-A-Ride SAINT Heart & Soul Paratransit
970.221.6620 970.224.6066 970.223.8645 970.690.3338
AQUATIC S PROGRAMS Adaptive Swim Lessons Specialized instructors focus on functional swim instruction and water safety skills in a small group or individual setting. Designed for those with intellectual, developmental, physical or sensory related disabilities. One 30 minute lesson will be assigned within the listed time frame. Age: 3 years & up Location: EPIC 6/21-7/28
Tu,Th
2:00-415 PM
$82
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Adaptive Aqua Fitness Designed for those with neuromuscular disorders & multiple sclerosis. Trained staff offer exercise modifications and assistance. Exercises focus on maximizing or maintaining physical wellbeing, endurance, strength, and flexibility. Age: 18 years & up Location: Mulberry Pool 6/7-7/14 7/19-8/18
Tu,Th Tu,Th
10:00-11:00 AM 10:00-11:00 AM
$66 $66
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