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Adapted Programs for Adults with Disabilities

Newsletter Summer 2021 VIRTUAL BINGO Bingo is an exciting game for ev- eryone to play, but who will be the first to yell out BINGO?! Everyone wins a prize! Ready, set...BINGO!!! Instructor: Sebastien Braconnier #7048 Monday July 12

1:00 - 2:15 pm Virtual - Zoom $2 #7008 Monday August 9

1:00 - 2:15 pm Virtual - Zoom $2

Summer Registration begins Monday, June 7 for their support that allows us to offer this program for a low cost. Instructor: Sebastien Braconnier #7019 Monday July 26 10:00 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Outdoor Stage $2 #7020 Thursday September 2 10:00 - 11:15 am Lewis Centre Outdoor Stage $2 SUNNY DAYS BINGO Grab your sunscreen, hat and sunglasses and get ready for some fun in the sun! Join us for a spirit- ed game of BINGO. Prizes for ev- eryone! Thank you to the Comox Valley Community Foundation

ADAPTED SWIM (all ages)

Join in on the fun in this swim for all ages and abilities! The lift is avail- able for anyone needing support to get into the water. Adapted aid work- ers are free to swim with their participants. Tuesdays & Thursdays July 6 - September 2 12:00 - 1:00 pm Lewis Outdoor Pool Regular Admission rates COVID-19: We are adhering to current Provincial Health Orders and Guidelines and though we hope to be able to offer all of our amazing programs, please be aware that programs may be cancelled or changed to follow these orders. Thank you for your patience as we adapt our offerings. Find our safety plans & guidelines at courtenay.ca/safetyplans

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SUMMER SOCIALS Come out and enjoy a beautiful summer evening! We’ll keep you busy with awesome out trips and activities. Sign up for one, or all. Thank you to the Comox Valley Community Foundation for their support that allows us to offer this program at a low cost! TIE DYE Join us this week to create a totally terrific tie-dye shirt! All supplies GOOSE SPIT Meet us this week at Goose Spit at the accessible fire ring for beach bocce, beach combing and more! Snack included. #7013 Tuesday July 20 6:00 - 8:00 pm Goose Spit Beach $2 ICE CREAM SOCIAL Join us this week to enjoy a cool treat with friends, old and new! #7017 Tuesday August 3 6:00 - 8:00 pm Lewis Park Outdoor Stage $2 PLANT PARTY Bring your green thumbs and join us as we decorate pots and do some planting! All supplies and snack included. #7014 Tuesday August 17 6:00 - 8:00 pm Lewis Park Outdoor Stage $2 AIRPARK ADVENTURES Join us this week as we venture to the Airpark to go on a wildlife scavenger hunt! #7012 Tuesday August 31 6:00 - 8:00 pm Courtenay Air Park $2 and treat included. #7016 Tuesday July 6 6:00 - 8:00 pm Lewis Park Outdoor Stage $2

Active Adapted Programs

SUMMER SPORTS Get active and have fun this sum- mer! Each week we’ll play some summer sport staples like bocce, croquet, horseshoes, kickball and outdoor pickleball. Thank you to the Comox Valley Community Foun- dation for their support that allows us to offer this program at a low cost. #7018 Fridays July 23 - August 27 YOGA Yoga is a practice for everybody! Join Kim for low-intensity, gentle yoga. Poses and practices are simple, clear and adaptable for participants of all abilities. Instructor: Kim Johnson #7248 Thursdays July 15 - August 19 10:00 - 11:30 am Lewis Park Fields $24/6

SIZZLIN’ SUMMER Let’s get the summer dance party started! Register with your friends and join Tammy for this fitness and dance inspired class. All abilities and levels welcome. Let’s get movin’ and groovin’! Thank you to the Comox Valley Community Foundation for their support that allows us to offer

this program at a low cost! Instructor: Tammy Jones #7010 Tuesdays

July 13, 20, August 10 & 17 1:00 - 2:00 pm Lewis Centre Outdoor Stage (may be moved indoors) $16/4

Have a fun program idea? We strive to offer a variety of activities here at the Lewis Centre. If you have any new ideas or know someone who would be an awesome addition to the Adapted team, please contact Laura 250-338-5371 lmcgrath@courtenay.ca

4:00 - 5:00 pm Lewis MP Hall $24/6

Summer Registration begins Monday, June 7

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Bring a hat, water bottle & sunscreen to all outdoor programs.

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SCAVENGER HUNT It is hard to predict whether we are able to gather for a group scavenger hunt. So in case we cannot, here is a scavenger hunt you can do out and about in your community. We would love to see what you come up with! Feel free to take pictures and send them to lmcgrath@courtenay.ca to enter a draw for prizes!

MCFD SUMMER CAMP SUPPORT

LEISURE BUDDIES Is there a program that your child is interested in but requires additional help to better support them? Please contact the Adaptive & Inclusive Program Supervisor to help set your child up with a Leisure Buddy which will give them a helping hand in their program of interest. Thank you to the Comox Valley Community Foundation and CVRD for their ongoing support that allows us to offer affordable pro - gramming options for inclusion in Courtenay Recreation programs.

Families who have children receiv- ing services through the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) are eligible for support in our Summer Camp Programs for ages 6 - 18 years. These programs are for children/youth who have ad- ditional support considerations and are wanting to attend camp. Please contact the local Children and Youth with Special Needs (CYSN) office at 250-334-5820 to see if your child/ youth is eligible as a letter from CYSN is required for registration. Only children/youth with an intel- lectual disability, autism, or who receive services through the At Home program are eligible for CYSN services.

Want to stay in the loop with Adapted Program updates and offerings? Sign up for our newsletter and email list by contacting Laura at lmcgrath@courtenay.ca

Meet Laura Hello readers of the Adapted Program Newsletter! My name is Laura McGrath and I am the new Adapted & Inclu- sive Programming Supervisor with the City of Courtenay’s Rec- reation department. I am delighted and grateful to be in this role in such an amazing community. Here is a little bit about myself: I grew up on beautiful Prince Edward Island then moved to rug - ged Newfoundland where I completed my Bachelor of Recre- ation from Memorial University. Continuing the trend of living solely on islands, I sought the allure of the West Coast and chose Vancouver Island as my new home. I lived in Victoria for close to 4 years and have loved this island with all of its offer - ings, then was very excited to have the opportunity to move to the beautiful Comox Valley. I am a lover of the outdoors, na- ture, and wildlife, as well as music, dancing, and having a good laugh. I am eager and excited to get to know the people of this amaz- ing community and provide quality experiences and opportuni- ties for the residents of the Comox Valley!

Laura McGrath , Adapted & Inclusive Program Supervisor 250-338-5371 lmcgrath@courtenay.ca

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Community

Comox Valley Therapeutic Riding Society 250-338-1968 www.cvtrs.com Comox Valley Special Olympics 250-897-1828 www.cvso.ca L’Arche I Belong Centre 250-871-6288 www.larchecomoxvalley.org 1465 Grieve Ave, Courtenay Comox Valley Wheelchair Sports Society 250-897-6082 cvwssdocs@gmail.com All-inclusive (no disability re- quired) Wheelchair basketball. Please email for more info. North Island College Accessible Learning 250-334-5079 www.nic.bc.ca/programs-courses/ accessible-learning/ Featuring adapted courses and services.

COMOX RECREATION: 250-339-2255 www.comox.ca/recreation TRIP (Town of Comox Recreation Inclusion Program) Free and low-cost recreation opportunities are available to Comox residents on a limited income. Call the Community Centre at 250-339-2255 to find out more. COMOX VALLEY REGIONAL DISTRICT: 250-334-9622 www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/parks-rec - reation PLAY (Providing Leisure Access for You) Program Through our PLAY program we offer financial assistance to qualifying residents who would like to participate in CVRD rec- reational activities but find it difficult due to financial limita - tions. Please call 250-334-9622 for more information.

COURTENAY RECREATION: 250-338-5371 www.courtenay.ca/rec Recreation Access Program Provides opportunities for healthy lifestyle choices to res- idents of the City of Courtenay who live below Statistics Canada low income thresholds. Ask us how to apply - 250-338-5371. LINC Youth Centre Outdoor Basketball Court Basketballs are available for use from The LINC when the facility is open. Agency Memberships Courtenay Recreation has an agency membership to help agencies provide clients with a variety of recreational experienc- es including use of the wellness centre, squash courts and gym time. For more information, please call The Lewis Centre at 250-338-5371.

Program Registration & Refund Notes

New Software & Registration: All participants must register individually for their programs to prevent duplicate accounts. Day programs or caregivers assisting participants can call the Lewis Centre for help with account creation and to make this transition easier. All participants must make sure their accounts are in good standing before registering in new programs. Register by telephone: You may register by telephone by calling The Lewis Centre (250-338-5371) or Filberg Centre (250-338-1000). Register online: Visit www.courtenay.ca/reconline to create your account or call The Lewis Centre or Filberg Centre for assistance. Cancellation: Please register early if you are interested or programs will be cancelled if minimum num- bers are not met. Withdrawal/Refunds: A full or pro-rated refund will be given if class is cancelled or for medical reasons. Refunds will not be approved after a program has ended. Away: If you have a planned absence, please contact the Lewis or Filberg Centre office so we know not to expect you. One-on-One Support: While we will do our best during programs to meet your needs, please note that we are unable to provide one-on-one support. For full registration policies please visit www.courtenay.ca/rec