Therapeutic Recreation

Services of the Roanoke Valley

Spring 2011

Program Guide

March - June

Registration begins March 7th, 8:00 am

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Therapeutic Recreation Services of the Roanoke Valley

The programs listed in this guide are designed to meet the needs and interests of individuals with developmental disabilities, head injury related disabilities, psychiatric disabilities, and

those who are blind or have visual impairments. If you have questions about a program or the level of functioning needed, please contact any of the TR staff listed below.

Course #: The course # allows us to process your registration form more quickly and accurately.Program Fee: This is the fee that is charged for participation in that specifi c program.Transportation Fee: This fee is charged for programs that offer transportation. The fee is $3.00 for each round trip.

Selecting programs that are right for you...

Therapeutic Recreation Services of the Roanoke Valley provides specialized,

adapted & inclusive recreation/leisure services that empower people with

disabilities to gain the knowledge and skills needed for the development of a leisure

lifestyle that meets their interests and needs.

All Populations............................ ....pg 3-5

TRIPs .............................................pg 5

EXCEL ...........................................pg 6-7

Valentines Dance Rcognitions...........pg 7

TRS News........... ...................... .....pg 8

Guidelines for Registration ..............pg 9

General Information .......................pg 10

Registration Form ...........................pg 11

Table of Contents

Therapeutic Recreation Staff

Kari Decker, MS, CTRSTherapeutic Recreation SupervisorTRIPs, ACE540-772-7529 ext 228kdecker@roanokecountyva.gov

Brittany Figdore, CTRSTherapeutic Recreation ProgrammerEXCEL540-772-7529 ext 226bfi gdore@roanokecountyva.gov

Kristen RussellTR Program Support Specialist Mingle540-772-7529 ext 227krussell@roanokecountyva.gov

TRS Support StaffSupport Staff will assist as needed in all aspects of your participation in TRS programs. Support staff duties may include assisting with transportation, supervision, limited personal care, and activity participation. If you are interested in becoming a TRS Support Staff, please contact the TRS offi ce.

Mission of TRS

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New!Bowling

Ready to work on your

strikes and spares? Bowling

is back and now eight

weeks long! Join us at Lee

Hi Lanes for two exciting

games with friends. Please

remember to eat breakfast

before program, because

lunch is not included. Feel

free to bring snack money,

if desired.

Program fee: $50

Transportation fee: $24

Tue Mar 22 - May 10

10:00 am - 12:00 pm # 18098

Fitness ClubWhether you want to lose some weight or just

become more active, Fitness Club is sure to get

you moving! Join

us as we use all the

equipment and

walking track at

the Green Ridge

Recreation Center!

The fi rst week will

be an orientation

on how to use the

equipment, then TRS

support staff will help you reach your fi tness goals

each week. So, get up and get moving!

Program fee: $56

Transportation fee: $24

Fri Apr 15 - Jun 03

10:00 am - 11:30 am #18057

TR ForumEnjoy a night at Green Ridge with friends,

family members, siblings, case workers, and care

providers. Swim, play basketball, or check out the

Activity Room. Parents, case workers, and care

providers are encouraged to come to network

with each other and socialize while participants

enjoy planned activities. Talk with TRS staff about

questions, suggestions, idea, and services available

through TRS. Parents and care providers are

free. Light refreshment will be provided. Contact

Kari with any questions at 772-7529 ext 228.

Transportation is not provided for this program.

Program fee: $5-participants

Fri Jun 03

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm #18103

N.C. Zoo Trip Lions, and tigers and bears, oh my! These are just

some of the animals you will see at the N.C. Zoo.

Join TRS as we take the day and travel by Abbott

bus to Ashboro, North Carolina. This is a full day

trip; the Abbott bus will depart the Brambleton

Center at 8:30 am and will return at ~ 10 pm. TRS

will provide transportation from pick-up points

to the Brambleton Center. Participants must be

independent in medication administration and

personal care, and be able to walk for 30 minutes.

Program fee includes transportation, admission to

the zoo and a Subway boxed lunch. Participants

will need to bring money for a fast food dinner

on the way home and any additional snacks or

souvenirs at the zoo.

Program fee: $60

Wed Apr 13

8:30 am - 10:00 pm #18065

All Pops:Programs for All TRS participants, ages 18+

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Out & AboutLet’s go Out & About with TRS! Each month,

participants will go out to eat at various

area restaurants. This program is specifi cally

designed for participants who want to work on

independence and money handling skills, so

participants will need to bring their own money

each program to cover the cost of dinner and a tip.

Program fee does not include meals. Participants

may choose either Out & About or Friday Night’s

Out each month, not both.

Program fee: $7/per month

Transportation fee: $3/ per month

Mon 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Mar 21 Cheddars #18101

Apr 18 Frank’s #18102

May 16 Texas Steakhouse #18100

Picture This! Urban PhotographySpring is full of blooming

fl owers, buzzing insects, and

green landscapes; the perfect

time for photography! We will

take our photography program

into local parks to capture their

natural beauty. Participants

will have the opportunity to

take pictures each week using

the techniques taught by Leah

Gardner from the O. Winston

Link Museum. Participants must be able to walk

for 30 minutes at a time. Digital cameras will be

provided to use for this program or bring your

own. At the end of class, your best photo will be

framed.

Program fee: $18

Transportation fee: $21

Thu May 26 – Apr 14

10:00 am - 11:30 am #18058

ScrapbookingDo you have lots of photographs,

ticket stubs, and postcards lying around

but nowhere to display them? If so, then this

is the class for you! Come and create your very

own scrapbook with all the necessary supplies

provided. Program fee includes a scrapbook, page

protectors, paper, stickers, stamps, embellishments

and more. You do not need to bring any photos

or mementos with you; however, you may do so if

you would like. An Italian lunch from Grace’s Place

will be provided.

Program fee: $30

Transportation fee: $3

Sat May 21

11:00 am - 2:00 pm #18104

New!

All Pops:Programs for all TRS participants, ages 18+

Mingle Mingle is designed for young adults with

disabilities, ages 18-30. Participate in socialization,

recreation, and leisure activities at the Brambleton

Center and wellness activities at Green Ridge

Recreation Center. As a member of Mingle, you

will work with other group members in planning

monthly outings in the Roanoke Valley. Mingle

meets weekly from 7-9 pm. Mingle meets one

Saturday each month for ‘Social Saturday’. This is

an opportunity for the Tuesday and Wednesday

night groups to meet and socialize. To become

a member, you must be able to follow two step

directions, be independent in your personal care,

have the ability to care for your own belongings,

and self administer your medications. Contact

Kristen Russell at 772-7529 ext 227 to determine

eligibility. Program fee is $55 for January-May.

Transportation is not provided, but we will work

with you to fi nd a carpool ride.

Program fee: $55

Wed Jan 12 – May 25

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm #17456

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Movie ClubMovie Club has moved to Monday Nights. Hang

out with your friends and watch a new release

each month at Carmike 10, Tanglewood. Movies

will be preselected and you will need to bring your

own money for concessions. Routes for Movie

Club will be mailed out the Wednesday before

the meeting. Purchase a 2011 popcorn bucket for

$15 and bring it back for $2.50 refi lls each month.

Program fee includes movie ticket and supervision.

Program fee: $11.50/ per month

Transportation fee: $3/per month

Mon 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

April 25 #18094

May 23 #18095

Jun 27 #18096

TRIPs: (Therapeutic Recreation Incentive Program) TRIPs programs are available to current Mountain House members or former Mountain House members who are still clients of Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare, ages 18+.

Valley VenturesValley Ventures are social and recreational activities throughout the community. Please contact Kari

Decker at 772-7529 ext. 228 for more information. Routes will be mailed out monthly with program-

specifi c information and transportation times. Program fee includes all admissions and transportation.

Saturday

Mar 26 Hollins Univ. Lacrosse Game & Dinner 1:00 - 5:00 pm #18231

Enjoy one of the oldest games in America, and cheer on the Hollins Women’s Lacrosse team. After the

game, enjoy an early dinner of wonderful seafood at the Harbor Inn.

Apr 30 Roanoke River Greenway 12:30 - 3:30 pm #18233

The new greenway is fi nished and beautiful as it runs along the river. Enjoy a picnic lunch and a

peaceful stroll along this paved trail.

May 07 Chili Cook-Off & Strawberry Festival 11:30 am - 2:30 pm #18234

The annual Chili Cook-Off and Strawberry Festival are one of Roanoke’s favorite festivals. Enjoy local

music, crafts, and great food at Elmwood Park. Chili & strawberry dessert are included in the registration

fee. You must bring your own money for crafts.

All Pops:Programs for all TRS participants, ages 18+

Ladies Night InOh yes it’s Ladies Night Friday, April 8,

2011! This is your chance to get pampered,

learn a quick and easy recipe while enjoying a

classic movie. You will get and give manicures

and facials to others and/or yourself. When

you are not getting pampered you can make a

delicious personal pizza the way you like it. While

all that is going on a movie will be playing. Why

not come and enjoy fun, food, and fabulousness

with some friends!

Program fee: $9.50 includes supplies and

meal.

Transportation fee $3

Fri April 8

7:00 pm - 9:30 pm #18363

New!

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EXCEL:(EXciting Community Experiences through Leisure)Programs for Adults with Developmental Disabilities, ages 18+

Virginia Tech Spring Football Game Time to put on your orange and maroon as we head to Lane Stadium

for the Spring Game! Join us for tailgating and lawn games before we

see the VT Off ense take on the Defense. Lunch will be provided during

tailgating, but participants may bring additional money for concessions

and souvenirs during the game. Transportation will be provided from pick-

up points only.

Program fee: $32

Transportation fee: Included

Sat Apr 23 11:00 am - 4:30 pm #18047

Wednesday Adult Activity Program Wednesday Adult Activity Program is now six

weeks long! It will continue to include a morning

health component, lunch, and an exciting

afternoon activity. Spring

activities will include: three

community trips to the Salem

Fishing Rodeo, the Science

Museum, and the Putt-Putt

Fun Center. Other activities will

include swimming at Green

Ridge, a fun seasonal craft, and

a laid back game day. Activity

information will be distributed

weekly to all registered

participants, highlighting the next week’s activity,

transportation, dates, and times. Activities are

subject to change. Program fees include all

materials, supplies, admission, and lunches.

Payment Plans are available. Contact Kristen

Russell at 772-7529 ext 227 for more information

on specifi c activities and transportation availability.

Program fee: $78

Transportation fee: $18 for 6 weeks/ $9 for

trips only

Wed Apr 27 - May 25

10:00 am - 2:00 pm #18097

Thursday Adult Activity ProgramThursday Adult Activity Program is now six weeks

long! Now including three community trips to:

Glazed Bisque-It, Mill Mountain Science Center

and Garst Mill Park. Other activities will include a

Cinco de Mayo party, fi tness night at Green Ridge

Rec. Center, and healthy dessert cooking class.

Activity information will be distributed weekly

to all registered participants, highlighting the

next week’s activity, transportation, dates, and

times. Activities are subject to change. Program

fee covers all materials, supplies and admission

fees. Call Brittany Figdore at 772-7529 ext 226

for more information on specifi c activities and

transportation.

Program fee: $55

Transportation fee: $18 for 6 weeks/ $9 for

trips only

Thu Apr 21 – May 26

6:30 pm - 8:30 pm #18022

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Friday Nights Out If you are looking for a relaxed evening with good

friends & good food, then this is the program

for you! Don’t worry about bringing money; the

program fee includes your meal, drink, tax, and tip.

This spring, visit Outback Steakhouse, Buff alo Wild

Wings- Tanglewood, and The Roanoker. Partici-

pants may choose either Out & About or Friday

Night’s Out each month, not both.

Program fee: see below

Transportation fee: $3/per month

Fri 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Mar 25 Outback Steakhouse $22 #18052

Apr 29 Buff alo Wild Wings $17 #18053

May 27 The Roanoker $16 #18054

Splash In MovieCome play in Green Ridge’s indoor pool

after hours and catch a movie at the same time!

Participants will get to swim and watch a special

showing of ‘Toy Story 3’ on a big screen. Snacks

will be available for purchase with cash only. This

special event will be in conjuction with Green

Ridge Recreation Centers Splash In Movie for the

general public.

Program fee: $8

Transportation fee: $3

Sat Apr 16

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm #18069

New!

EXCEL:(EXciting Community Experiences through Leisure)Programs for Adults with Developmental Disabilities, ages 18+

The 26th Annual Valentines Dancewas a huge success thanks to your support!

Hotel Roanoke & Conference CenterRoanoke Jr. Women’s Club

Insufficient Funds St. Elizabeth’s Church

Aztec RentalElizabeth Arden

Lee Hartman & SonsWal-Mart

Olive GardenViva La CupcakeGrandin Theatre

Sam’s ClubKroger

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Thank you!TRS & our participants would like to extend a very special thanks to Misty

Meadows Produce on Brambleton Ave. for donating all of the greenery used for the Evergreen Wreath Classes in December.

We’ll Miss You!Kenna Bayer joined TRS in Spring 2009 after retiring from her full time job. She was a regular face at programs like yoga, fi tness club, and book club. Kenna will now be fully retired and use this new found free time to travel and participate in her favorite exercise classes. While Fall was the last semester for Kenna as a TRS Support Staff, she will still be joining us as a volunteer! Thank you for all your hard work, positive energy, and great ideas.

~Kari, Brittany & Kristen

Thank you to the following

businesses and individuals for

your support & participation in

TRS programs throughout the

Fall and Winter semesters:

Kimberly Lowe- Water Zumba Instructor

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Guidelines for Registration

Transportation Participants are asked to provide their own transportation, as County provided transportation is available on a very limited basis. Space will be available until fi lled. It is TRS policy to only wait fi ve (5) minutes for a participant after their scheduled pickup time. After that, the van will continue on the route. If a participant is a “no show” without prior notifi cation three (3) times within a semester, the participant will be dropped from transportation for the remainder of that semester. When meeting at pick-up points, if a participant’s transportation is more than fi ve (5) minutes late for pick up/drop off time, three (3) times within a semester, the participant will be dropped from transportation for the remainder of that semester. If a participant is removed from transportation, they will receive a refund for those fees. Based upon registrations, activities may be moved to an alternate location to help facilitate transportation needs.

High Demand Classes & Waitlists Sometimes programs may fi ll before the registration session concludes. TRS considers these “High Demand” classes. “High Demand” classes are marked with a next to the title. If a class fi lls, the participant will automatically be placed on a waitlist. Participants will be contacted if placed on the waitlist and a space becomes available. If a participant is interested in taking a class offered for another population group, the participant will initially be placed on the waitlist for that class in order to give that population suffi cient time to register. Before the class starts, the waitlist will be reviewed for proper placement of non-population group participants. The participant will be contacted if space becomes available.

Registration Registration is taken via telephone, email, postal mail to the TRS main offi ce, or in person at the Brambleton Center. Mail-in and email registrations will be processed the morning of registration in the order in which they were received, and may be submitted prior to registration date. Registration begins:

8:00 am, Monday, March 7, 2011

* All accommodation requests must be made at least two weeks prior to the start of the program.* Transportation is not provided for Inclusion Services.

Refunds & Credits In the event that Roanoke County cancels a class, participants will automatically recieive a full credit to their account. Credits will be carried on the account and can be used toward future courses and activities. If a participant would like a refund, notify TRS and a refund will be processed within three weeks. If a participant must withdraw from a course, they must be withdrawn before the class begins. A participant will receive a refund if another TRS participant can fi ll your spot. Credits for trips or special events (such as theatre productions where tickets are purchased in advance) cannot be given after tickets are purchased unless your place can be fi lled.

Guidelines for Inclusion: For participation in general recreation classes, with assistance from TRS staff, a participant must:• Meet registration requirements of the selected class, ie. age, residency, prerequisites.• Be able to adhere to the rules of conduct.• Be able to follow simple directions & be able to communicate your basic needs.• Have the ability to tolerate & function in appropriate class sizes based on type of program.• Be able to participate in the selected activity for the majority of the scheduled time.

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Accessible Formats: TRS program information is available in accessible formats that meet individual needs. Information is available in Braille, large print, elementary formats and other formats upon request. Call 772-7529 for more information on this award winning service.

Inclement Weather:Participants will be contacted should weather conditions postpone and/or cancel scheduled TRS classes or events. Please refer to our refund/credit policy on page 9 for details. Please call TRS at 540-772-7529 ext 2 if you have weather related questions.

Therapeutic Recreation Services of the

Roanoke Valley

General Information

Roanoke County Parks, Recreation & Tourism is proud to partner with the City of Roanoke Department of Parks & Recreation to provide services for city residents through valleywide TRS programs.

TRS of the Roanoke Valley is a contractual service provider for Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare. Through this agreement, we are able to offer services through the TRIPs & EXCEL programs.

If you are interested in donating to the TRS Scholarship program, to help adults with disabilities in the Roanoke Valley continue to participate in their choice of recreational programs, please contact Kari Decker at (540) 772-7529 ext 228 or kdecker@roanokecountyva.gov.

Co-SponsorsPayment OptionsPayments must accompany registration and may be made by cash, check, credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover) or money order; made payable to: Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism. If mailing a check, call to confi rm your balance before you mail in your registration. Registration is not considered complete until class fee is received.

Financial Assistance:Rec Bucks is a program which will provide a waiver or reduction of fees to residents who have demonstrated fi nancial need. TRS Scholarships have been donated by various groups to cover the registration fee for programs. To qualify, your income must be greater than the requirements for RecBucks. The TRS Scholarship amount will depend upon the amount of funds available in the account, and awarded in $25 increments with a limit of $125.For more information on both programs, contact the TRS offi ce.

*TRS IS GOING GREEN*Help TRS save some trees and some green! If you are willing to only recieve an electronic copy of the TRS brochure, circle YES on the registration form on page 11 when you send it in, or contact Kari Decker at kdecker@roanokecountyva.gov. We appreciate your dedication to our services!

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Therapeutic Recreation ServicesSpring 2011 Program Registration Form

Name:________________________________________ Birthdate:_____/_____/_____Phone: (home)__________________(work)________________(other)_____________Address:____________________________________________Zip:________________Residency: (circle) Roanoke County Roanoke City Salem Other:____________

Are you a client of Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare? Yes NoDo you give permission for an exchange of information between TRS & BRBH? Yes No

Name of Caseworker:_______________________________ Phone:____________________*Electronic copy of brochure only: YES NO Email address :

Program RegistrationPlease be sure to fi ll out the form completely.

Course Program Program Transportation Number Name Fee Fee __ __ __ __ __ ______________ $__________ $__________

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Subtotal: $__________ + $__________

Payment Method:__ Check __Cash __Money Order __ Recbucks __Visa/MasterCard/Discover (call 540-772-7529)

___ I will provide my own transportation ___ I need County provided transportation from: Home Pick Up Point: Goodwill Salem, Goodwill Vinton, 460 Antique Mall Brambleton Center, Green Ridge Recreation Center ___ I need wheelchair accessible transportation

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Registration for Spring 2011Monday, March 7th, 8:00 AM

Mail Phone Walk-In

New!N.C. Zoo Trip

Lions, and tigers and bears, oh my! These are

just some of the animals you will see at the N.C.

Zoo. Join TRS as we take the day and travel by

Abbott bus to Ashboro, North Carolina. This is

a full day trip; the Abbott bus will depart the

Brambleton Center at 8:30 am and will return

at ~ 10 pm. TRS will provide transportation

from pick-up points to the Brambleton

Center. Participants must be independent in

medication administration and personal care,

and be able to walk for 30 minutes. Program

fee includes transportation, admission to the

zoo and a Subway boxed lunch. Participants

will need to bring money for a fast food dinner

on the way home and any additional snacks or

souvenirs at the zoo.

Program fee: $60

Wed Apr 13

8:30 am - 10:00 pm # 18065

TR ForumEnjoy a night at Green Ridge with

friends, family members, siblings, case

workers, and care providers. Swim, play

basketball, or check out the Activity Room.

Parents, case workers, and care providers are

encouraged to come to network with each

other and socialize while participants enjoy

planned activities. Talk with TRS staff about

questions, suggestions, idea, and services

available through TRS. Parents and care

providers are free. Light refreshment will be

provided. Contact Kari with any questions

at 772-7529 ext 228. Transportation is not

provided for this program.

Program fee: $5-participants

Fri Jun 03

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm #18103