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 Christine Flessland TR Practicum Student Christine.Flessland@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov 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 Kelly Young TR Intern Kelly.Young@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov http://tr.charmeck.org www.facebook.com/TRSection

Therapeutic Recreation is very excited to welcome Shannon, Abby, and Stacey to our group!! TR Summer Day Camps are right around the corner. We look forward to many fun filled days of swimming, pottery, music, art, pet therapy, nature lessons, sports, and field trips to Carowinds Waterpark, Dan Nicholas Park, Lazy 5 Ranch, and Discovery Place. Registration forms are available at Marion Diehl Recreation Center Lobby, 2219 Tyvola Road.

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Programs by Age Group
Page Clubs & Socials Preschool Youth Teen Young Adult Parents & Caregivers 5 5/6 6 4 2
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Programs by Category
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Community
Garden 2 You Summit 4

Summit - a Parent/Caregiver Group 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. This date will be the last before summer join us for an evening of discussion and planning for the future! Location: McAlisters Deli, 4805 Park Rd, Suite101 Date: June 5 (Tuesday) Time: 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Fee: FREE Contact:Karen.Howard@mecklenburgcountync.gov

Sports TR Summer Camps

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TR: Spirit Squad Ages 8-25 with disabilities The TR Spirit Squad is an eight week program and is partnered with Pop Warner and the Carolina Panthers. The Spirit Squad offers an opportunity for youth, teens, and young adults to participate in cheerleading and be a part of the team! Registration begins June 1, 2012 and ends August 10th, 2012. For additional information contact: Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

Challenger Flag Football Age 8-25 with disabilities Dont miss out on this exciting program offered in partnership by Mecklenburg County Park Recreations Therapeutic Recreation Section, the Carolina Panthers and Pop Warner Football. All children will be winners in this league where everyone gets to play and be a STAR!

Registration begins June 1, 2012 and ends August 10, 2012. No registrations will be accepted after this date. Practices and games will be held behind the Marion Diehl Recreation Center at the adaptive field starting in September 2012. For additional information contact Stacey.Thomas@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov rograms
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Teen &Young Adult Programs

Fuel for Life for young men, ages 16 and up, with disabilities McAlisters Deli, 4805 Park Road June 4th (Monday) 6:00 - 7:30 pm $10.00 ; pizza dinner included this month Ariel.Kliem@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.

Community Programs

Garden 2 You Farmers Market

June 8 (Friday) Marion Diehl Recreation Center, 2219 Tyvola Road Patio and Kitchen 1:00 PM 5:00 PM Karen.Howard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov June brings our last market date for the spring season! Vegetables and herbs, as well as vegetable, herb and flower plants will be available for purchase, to benefit the Therapeutic Recreation Summer Camp scholarship fund. Produce and plants are grown by the Gifted Gardeners TR horticulture class, and donated or sold by local gardeners. The Garden 2 You market is a great place to find the freshest local food, in your neighborhood! All proceeds go directly to Partners for Parks TR Summer Camp Scholarship Fund Free to attend; inquire about booth rental to sell plants or produce

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Summer Camps
Pre-School (ages 2-5)
Imagination

Station: for pre-school, ages 2-6

with disabilities All aboard! Spend your summer on the Discovery Train exploring yourself and the world around you. Camp will allow for curious discovery through science, art, health, music, friendships, sports, and games. Each week the Discovery Train will travel to a different childrens book setting, exploring Where the Wild Things are, Dr. Seuss, Eric Carle, and more! Imagination Station is a great opportunity to introduce children to a group recreation setting or allow for continued interaction with their peers during the summer months. Theres no doubt, kids will enjoy this camp that encourages non-stop fun and Imagination! Location: Marion Diehl Rec. Center, 2219 Tyvola Rd Fee: $100.00 per week Time: 7:00 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Abby Bergman at 704-432-4328 or Abigail.Bergman@mecklenburgcountync.gov

**Reminder** 2012 TR Summer Camps are provided for participants ages 2-21 years old (currently enrolled in high school)
Summer

Express: for youth, ages 6-9 with dis-

Youth (ages 6-13)

Natural Wonders: for youth, ages 6-8 with

abilities Climb aboard the Summer Express! This camp is designed for children who are at their best in a small group setting. Our travels will take us to Summer Fun Depot, Stars and Stripes Station, Great Outdoors Center, Musical Mountain, Sporty City and other exciting destinations! Camp activities will also include water play, group games, arts & crafts, gardening activities, playground time, field trips and more. Location: Tom Sykes Recreation Center, 1501 Euclid Ave Fee: $100.00 per week Time: 7:00 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Karen Howard at 704-432-4325 or Karen.Howard@mecklenburgcountync.gov

disabilities This program is designed to introduce the joys of summer to children with disabilities ages 6-8. Together they will learn about nature, sports, group games, arts and crafts, aquatics, outdoor adventure, science, theatre and friendship. They will participate in group play, fitness, sports, music, art and be involved in camp field trips. Location: Tom Sykes Rec. Center, 1501 EuclidAve Fee: $100.00 per week Time: 7:00 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Stacey Thomas at 704-.432-4326 or Stacey.Thomas@mecklenburgcountync.gov
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Summer Camps
Youth (ages 6-13)
World of Adventures: for youth, ages 9-10 with
disabilities Explore the world of adventures this summer! Each week we will go on a different type of adventure. Some of our adventures will include : Adventures of the Wild, Adventures of the Air, Adventures of the Sea, and more. Traditional summer time activities will include music, gardening, swimming, outdoor play, crafts and more! Children should bring a bag lunch with a drink each day. Location: Tom Sykes Rec. Center, 1501 Euclid Ave Fee: $100.00 per week Time: 7:00 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Therapeutic Recreation at 432-4331 or Shannon.Maxwell@mecklenburgcountync.gov
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Teens (ages 14-21)

Summer

Quest: for teens ages 14-16 with

disabilities Summer Quest is a seven-week summer camp experience where teens will participate in weekly activities including: outdoor adventures, arts and crafts, theater, science, sports, music and much more. Well also go swimming and on a field trip each week. Join us this summer on a quest for fun and excitement! Location: Ivory Baker Rec. Center, 1920 Stroud Park Ct Fee: $100.00 per week Time: 7:00 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Jana McMullen at 704-432-4330 or Jana.McMullen@mecklenburgcountync.gov
Therapeutic

of Wonders: for youth/teens, ages 11-13

with disabilities World of Wonders is a seven-week summer camp experience where youth and teens will participate in hands-on activities, crafts, music and dance, and group games. We will enjoy weekly field trips, swimming, sports, outdoor play, and much more! Location: Sugaw Creek Rec. Center, 943 West Sugar Creek Rd Fee: $100.00 per week Time: 7:00 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Ariel Kliem at 704-432-4327 or Ariel.Kliem@mecklenburgcountync.gov

Recreation Experience Camp

(TREC): for teens, ages 17-21 with disabilities and

still in High School TREC is a seven-week summer day camp for teens ages 17-21 with disabilities, who are still enrolled in High School. This camp will feature weekly themes and activities. Campers will participate in sports, swimming, arts and crafts, music and art therapy, cooperative games, guest speakers and a weekly field trip. Location: Ivory Baker Rec. Center, 1920 Stroud Park Ct Fee: $100.00 per week Time: 7:00 AM 6:00 PM Contact: Jana McMullen at 704-432-4330 or Jana.McMullen@mecklenburgcountync.gov

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