Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Therapeutic Recreation Section

Therapeutic Recreation Section Contact Information

Karla Gray TR Senior Manager Karla.Gray@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4322 Abby Bergman TR Specialist Abigail.Bergman@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704-432-4328 Karen Howard TR Specialist Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4325 Ariel Kliem TR Specialist Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4327 Shannon Maxwell TR Specialist Shannon.Maxwell@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704-432-4331 Jana McMullen TR Specialist Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704.432.4330 Stacey Thomas TR Specialist Stacey.Thomas@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 704-432-4326 http://tr.charmeck.org www.facebook.com/TRSection

Therapeutic Recreation is in full swing with Fall Programming! Grab your favorite costume and join us at the Monster Mash Dance on October 19th!!

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Programs by Age Group
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Programs by Category
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Preschool/Youth Teen Young Adult Adult Parent/Community

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Enrichment
Rhythm Makers Wilderness Bunch Spill Your Beans Fuel for Life Super Saturday Chefs 3 5 6 6 7 3 4 4 4 5 7 8 9 8 9 5

Socials and Clubs

Schools Out Club-Youth Supper Club TR Dance Carowinds-Teens Schools Out Club-Teens Carowinds Young Adults Band of Brothers VIP travel

Sports
Indoor Soccer

Community
Summit

Outdoor/Adventure
Wilderness Bunch
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Pre-School and Youth Programs

Rhythm Makers
for children, ages 2-12 with disabilities Tom Sykes Rec Center, 1501 Euclid Avenue October 13-November 17 (Saturdays) Ages 2-6 1:00-1:45; Ages 7-12 1:45-2:30 $30 for the 6-week class Shannon.Maxwell@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov This energizing Music Therapy group will teach kids about different sounds and music patterns, creating music, expressing feelings through songs, and sharing fun with friends. Come experience the proven benefits of Music Therapy provided by a certified professional!

Schools Out Club for Youth

for children, ages 612, with disabilities Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Road October 29 (Monday) 8:30 am4:30 pm $35.00 per date Stacey.Thomas@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Abigail.Bergman@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov During these holiday and seasonally themed days, children will play games, make crafts, learn about special topics, and possibly take a field trip! All of these activities are used to promote peer interaction and appropriate social skills, physical activity, and independence.

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Teen and Young Adult Programs

Carowinds- Teen
for teens, 13-21, with disabilities Meet at Carowinds September 29th (Saturday) 12:00-4:00pm $20.00 Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Calling Teens! Didnt have enough fun this summer? Then join us for a fun and exciting afternoon at CAROWINDS. Please note criteria for participation: Independent in restroom and self-care. Ability to maintain group pace. Independent mobility (ambulatory or wheel chair) and ability to transfer without assistance.

Supper Club
for teens and adults, ages 13 and up with disabilities Marion Diehl - Art & Craft Room w/ Kitchen October 19th (Friday) Monster Mash $7.00 each date Karen.Howard@mecklenburgcountync.gov Registration deadline: 1 week before each program date NO EXCEPTIONS! Be part of a favorite tradition by spending an evening out with your friends! We will enjoy a healthy meal before each TR Section Dancesign up today!

TR Dance
for teens and adults, ages 13 and up, with disabilities Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Road October 19th (Friday) Monster Mash 7:00 pm9:00 pm $8.00 TRinfo@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Pre-register or register at the door.
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Wilderness Bunch
for teens & young adults with disabilities, ages 16-35 Drop off / Pick up at Marion Diehl Recreation Center 2219 Tyvola Road Camping and day trips from McDowell Nature Preserve Saturday-Sunday, October 13th-14th 8:30 am (Saturday) - 4:30 pm (Sunday) $125.00 for the weekend Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Abigail.Bergman@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Wilderness Bunch is designed to teach basic skills needed for tent camping and participating in outdoor recreation. Day trips include hiking and nature lessons. Participants should be independent in self care. Participants will need to bring: toiletries, towel, change of clothes, bathing suit, a sleeping bag, and a flash light.

Schools Out Club for Teens

for teens, ages 13-21, with disabilities Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Road October 29th (Monday) 8:30 am4:30 pm $35.00 per date Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov On your School Day Out, come and enjoy a variety of activities to promote social skills and physical activity while spending time with your friends!

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Teen and Young Adult Programs

Spill Your Beans
for young women with disabilities ages 16 and up Caribou Coffee, 4327 Park Rd (Located in the Park Road Shopping Center) Monday October 15th 5:30pm-7:00pm $10.00 per meeting (does not include the cost of snacks) Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Welcome to a super-charged ladies night! Spill Your Beans provides the opportunity for young women to talk about and gain support for issues theyre facing in their lives, such as health & safety, independent living, relationships, friendships, and self-esteem (participants will have the opportunity to choose the topics to learn about). Each month we will host a guest speaker or lead a discussion about issues that are important to you.

Fuel for Life

for young men, ages 16 and up, with disabilities McAlisters Deli, 4805 Park Road October 8th (Monday) 6:00 - 7:30 pm $10.00 (does not include the cost of dinner) Abigail.Bergman@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Come hang out with the guys, fuel your body with a good dinner, and fuel your life with good conversation. Fuel for Life provides the opportunity for young men to talk about and gain support for issues theyre facing in their lives. Each month we will host guest speakers and discuss different topics, such as employment and job skills, relationships, life goals and values, and other topics that are important to you.

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Young Adult and Adult Programs

Carowinds- Young Adult
for young adults, 22-35, with disabilities Meet at Carowinds October 6th (Saturday) 12:00-4:00pm $20.00 Jana.McMullen@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Calling Young Adults! Youve asked for fun stuff to do and heres your chance. Join us for a fun and exciting afternoon at CAROWINDS. Please note criteria for participation: Independent in restroom and self-care. Ability to maintain group pace. Independent mobility (ambulatory or wheel chair) and ability to transfer without assistance.

Super Saturday Chefs

for teens and adults, ages 13 and up with disabilities Marion Diehl Recreation Center, 2219 Tyvola Road October 20 (Saturday) Breakfast Club 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. $15.00 per class date Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Teaching great cookingone Saturday at a time! Join us for instructional cooking classes with a "side order" of fun and conversation! Each 1-day class has a different focus - in addition to learning or improving basic cooking skills, participants will learn about kitchen safety and hygiene; making healthy food choices; and proper food handling and storage practices.
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Band of Brothers
for young men with disabilities ages 18-35 Marion Diehl Recreation Center Tuesday, October 9th 6:00pm-8:00pm $10.00 per meeting Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Do you need a night out with the guys to relax and enjoy new activities? Come hang out with "Band of Brothers" every Wednesday night from 6-8pm. You can practice social skills, meet new people, enjoy community outings and develop positive relationships, all while enjoying some "guy time".

Indoor Soccer
for teens and young adults, ages 1335, with disabilities Marion Diehl Gymnasium October 12 (Friday) October 26 (Friday) November 02 (Friday) November 09 (Friday) 4:30 pm6:00 pm $30.00 Stacey.Thomas@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov This indoor soccer league is designed to further develop your soccer skills. Participants will have the opportunity to work on dribbling, shooting, and passing. A scrimmage will be played at the end of every session.

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Adult and Community Programs

Summit Parent/Caregiver Group
Amelies Bakery and Caf (in NoDa), 2424 N. Davidson Street October 9 (Tuesday) note 2nd Tuesday! 7:00 8:00 p.m. FREE (participants may purchase food if desired) Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov A monthly group for parents, guardians, and caregivers that is facilitated by a Therapeutic Recreation staff person but is directed by the group members. This FREE informal group gives participants the opportunity to meet and talk with other parents and caregivers who are experiencing the challenges of parenting a child, teen or young adult with a disability. Note our new location and time!

VIP Travel Club

for adults and seniors, ages 35 and up, with a visual impairment Pick-up/Drop-off locations: Marion Diehl Recreation Center (MDRC), 2219 Tyvola Road Metrolina Association for the Blind (MAB), 704 Louise Avenue October 24 (Wednesday) Greenway Tour and Historic Latta Plantation Pick-up: MDRC @ 9:00 a.m., MAB @ 9:30 a.m. Drop-off: MAB @ 3:30 p.m., MDRC @ 4:00 p.m. $15.00 each date Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Enjoy a social day with friends, while building independence in the community. Learn about historical, educational and recreational attractions in the Charlotte area. Please bring money for lunch.

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