A n A c t i v i t y G u i d e f o r P e o p l e w i t h D i s a b i l i t i e s Traci Hamby, CTRS, Senior and Therapeutics Administrator (615) 790-5719, x2021, tracih@williamson-tn.org FRANKLIN: Jayne McFadden CTRS, Therapeutics Coordinator (615) 790-5719, x2033, jaynem@williamson-tn.org Ryan Pett, Senior & Therapeutics Coordinator (615) 790 5719 x2025, ryanp@williamson-tn.org NOLENSVILLE: Krista Hollis, CTRS, Senior and Therapeutics Coordinator (615) 786-0200, x2421, kristah@williamson-tn.org LONGVIEW: Rebecca Fulcher, Senior Coordinator (615) 302-0971, x2218, rebeccaf@williamson-tn.org
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES The Therapeutic Division is devoted to providing year round leisure opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities. The goal of the TR Division is to promote a positive, safe and fun recreation experience for all participants. To help us provide the best possible experience, please be mindful of the following policies: REGISTRATION Registration is required for most programs offered in the Therapeutics Division. Registration is available ONLINE at wcparksandrec.com or IN PERSON, or BY PHONE. Voicemail registrations will NOT be accepted. Registration for all programs (with exception to Respite) will begin on the first registration date listed (this information is included in the activity description), and is on a first come, first served basis. For Respite, registration will open at 9am on the first registration date listed. Respite registration will only be available ONLINE. In person registrations will NOT be accepted. Some programs have limited enrollment. If a program closes due to maximum enrollment, names will automatically be put on a waiting list. Participants will be contacted if additional space becomes available. Payment is due with registration to secure a spot for a program. PAYMENT INFORMATION: Payment is due with ONLINE or IN PERSON registration to secure a spot for a program. Payment is due within 5 days for BY PHONE registration. Cash and check payments can be made IN PERSON at our Franklin, Longview or Nolensville facilities. Credit card payments will ONLY be accepted ONLINE or at the FRONT DESK KIOSK at our Franklin, Longview and Nolensville facilities. A small, nonrefundable processing fee is collected for all credit card transactions. ONLINE, by Phone or IN PERSON registration is available at the following locations (depending on the location of your desired program). Franklin Recreation Complex Nolensville Recreation Center Longview Recreation Center 1120 Hillsboro Road 7250 Nolensville Road 2909 Commonwealth Drive Franklin, TN 37064 Nolensville, TN 37135 Spring Hill, TN 37174 (615) 790-5719, ext. 2010 (615) 786-0971 ext. 2410 (615) 302-0971 ext. 2210 REFUNDS Refunds by check or credits to accounts can be requested up to 24 hours before the program. After that point, most programs are nonrefundable unless your spot can be filled by someone off the waiting list. Please remember to call the facility where you registered. Processing fees are nonrefundable. Please allow a minimum of 2-3 weeks for refunds by check. BEHAVIOR Appropriate social behavior is encouraged in all programs. The TR Staff will do their best to ensure each participant s success. If, in the opinion of the TR staff, a participant s behavior becomes detrimental to the group or to themselves, a parent/legal guardian will be contacted to pick up the participant immediately. Please note. While the Parks and Recreation Department makes every effort to ensure that all information provided regarding our programs and facilities is listed as accurately as possible, please understand that we reserve the right to make necessary changes to the benefit of our patrons and the operation of our department.
MEDICATION/PERSONAL CARE TR staff cannot administer medication, with exception to those needed in life threatening situations (ex. Epipen for tree nut/peanut allergy, medication needed to stop a seizure). For PALS Programs, if a participant is independent and needs medication, the participant must be able to administer their own medication. For programs offering total personal care (Respite, Camp Will), only a nurse can administer medications. If a nurse is not present, TR staff cannot administer medication in their absence. Due to staff to participant ratio for some programs, a caregiver is required to stay with those participants needing support and personal care. Participant criteria are listed with each program description. DROP OFF/PICK UP FOR PROGRAMS When arriving at a program, parents/legal guardians are required to sign the participant in and leave a phone number where they can be reached...even if the participant has a cell phone! If a participant is to be picked up by someone other than the parent/legal guardian/caregiver, please notify TR staff at the beginning of the program. Parents/legal guardians/caregivers are required to pick up their participant. Due to staff to participant ratio, TR staff cannot walk participants out to the parking lot. INCLEMENT WEATHER For inclement weather updates on facility closures, please call the Inclement Weather Hotline at (615) 591-8524. For class cancellations or questions, visit wcparksandrec.com (key word: inclement weather), or call the location of the desired program. Please call (615) 790-5719 ext. 2033 for Franklin based programs, (615)786-0200 ext.2410 for Nolensville based programs, or (615) 302-0971 ext.2218 for Longview based programs. REGISTRATION REMINDERS We have a monthly "Registration Reminder" e-mail service for our participants and their families. The e-mails include program registration start and end dates, as well as Inclement weather information. The "Registration Reminder" is divided into three categories for information pertinent to the program: Young Adults and Up (Potluck and Bingo, Recreation Nights, Games Galore, etc) Respite Camp Will If you would like to receive a monthly reminder, please do the following: E-mail Jayne McFadden: jaynem@williamson-tn.org In the subject area of your e-mail, put Reminder Request In the content of the e-mal, put the category (please see above) you wish to receive reminders about. You may request more than on category. For questions, please call Jayne McFadden at (615) 790-5719 ext. 2033. Find us on social media! Want the latest on our programs and events? Then, like our Williamson County Parks and Recreation Facebook page! Or follow us on Twitter @ wc-parksandrec
For people with disabilities ages teen and up! PALS Program-People At Leisure with Support: A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support. Caregivers are asked to register if planning to attend and eat. Due to limited number of winners, Bingo prizes are only awarded to participants. Please join us on one of our Potluck and Bingo nights! Enjoy great home cooked dishes and have fun while playing Bingo for prizes. We provide the meat, drinks and prizes. We ask that you bring a side dish or dessert to share with the group, as this program is free! Franklin Recreation Complex (615) 790-5719 x2010 DATE DAY TIME CODE REGISTRATION 12/7 Thursday 5:30pm-7:30pm #10467 11/1-12/5 1/4 Thursday 5:30pm-7:30pm #10468 12/7-1/2 2/1 Thursday 5:30pm-7:30pm #10469 1/4-2/1 Longview Recreation Center in Spring Hill (615) 302-0971 x2210 DATE DAY TIME CODE REGISTRATION 12/13 Wednesday 5:30pm-7:30pm #10726 11/8-12/11 1/10 Wednesday 5:30pm-7:30pm #10727 12/13-1/8 2/14 Wednesday 5:30pm-7:30pm #10728 1/10-2/12 www.wcparksandrec.com/senior -thera peutics /activities
For people with disabilities ages teen and up! PALS Program-People At Leisure with Support: A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support. Caregivers are asked to register if planning to attend and eat. This December we will be having an All Things ELF Party. Participants can dress like Elf, or wear Holiday attire. We will watch the movie ELF on the big screen, have Elf trivia, and a movie scavenger hunt to do while watching the movie. A spaghetti dinner will be served. With pasta, salad, garlic bread, drinks, and desert. GF pasta will be available. This January join us for our Snow Ball Winter Dance. Get dressed up and enjoy a festive evening dancing in twinkling lights to tunes from the DJ. We will be having this Fabulous Dance at the New Williamson County Enrichment Center (110 Everbright Avenue) located next door to the Williamson County Library. We will have a Selfie Station for Pictures of you with your friends so bring your camera if you wish. We will serve a dinner of Pizza, salad, chips, drinks, and dessert. In February we will have a Weird Science Night. Participants will get to participate in different activities involving science and simple ingredients. A dinner of Pizza, salad, chips, drinks, and dessert will be served. Franklin Recreation Complex (615) 790-5719 x2010 DATE DAY TIME COST CODE REGISTRATION 12/14 Thursday 5:30pm-7:30pm $7.00 #10476 11/1-12/12 1/25 Thursday 5:30pm-7:30pm $10.00 #10735 12/1-1/23 2/22 Thursday 5:30pm-7:30pm $7.00 #10736 1/2-2/20 www.wcparksandrec.com/senior -thera peutics /activities
For people with disabilities ages teen and up! PALS Program-People At Leisure with Support: A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support. Caregivers are asked to register if planning to attend and eat. In January we are going to have a Family Feud Game Night. You will have a chance to play our version of the popular TV game show with your friends. We will serve a dinner of chicken tenders, salad, chips, and dessert. In February come out and enjoy an evening of fun and different challenges with your friends. We will be building marshmallow towers and laughing with this friendly silly competition. Dinner of Sub sandwiches, salad, chips, drinks and dessert will also be served. Franklin Recreation Complex (615) 790-5719 x2010 DATE DAY TIME COST CODE REGISTRATION 1/11 Thursday 5:30p-7:30p $6.00 #10474 12/7-1/10 2/8 Thursday 5:30p-7:30p $6.00 #10475 1/4-2/6 www.wcparksandrec.com/senior -thera peutics /activities
For people with disabilities ages young adults and up! PALS Program-People At Leisure with Support: A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support. Caregivers are asked to register if planning to attend and eat. Please join us for a blast from the past where we will enjoy a variety of Throwback activities! In January, we are going to make a New Year s Resolution board together! Everyone is going to come up with one or more New Years Resolutions and we will create a large board to display, using everyone s resolution ideas. We will start out with a dinner of chicken tenders, salad, chips, dessert and drinks. In February, we are going to enjoy a 90 s classic movie, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! We can t watch this movie without the Turtles favorite Pizza! A dinner of Pizza, salad, chips, dessert, and drinks will be served. Franklin Recreation Complex (615) 790-5719 x2010 DATE DAY TIME COST CODE REGISTRATION 1/18 Thursday 5:30-7:30 $7.00 #10650 1/1-1/17 2/15 Thursday 5:30-7:30 $7.00 #10651 2/1-2/14 www.wcparksandrec.com/senior -thera peutics /activities
PALS Program- People At Leisure with Support: A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support. For people with disabilities ages teen and up! Have fun while staying healthy! Join us for our Fitness Fun group to improve your strength, balance and overall health. We begin with stretching, followed by a variety of exercises using resistance bands, light hand weights and stability balls. We complete our workout with a 30 minute walk. Please note: We will walk outside on the walking trail when weather permits, and upstairs on the indoor walking track during cold or rainy weather. Participants must be independent and can follow directions within a small group. Franklin Recreation Complex (615) 790-5719 x2010 DATE DAY TIME COST CODE REGISTRATION 12/6-12/13 Wednesday 4pm-4:50pm $6.00 #8914 11/1-12/4 1/10-1/31* Wednesday 4pm-4:50pm $12.00 #10471 12/1-1/8 *No class 1/15 2/7-2/28* Wednesday 4pm-4:50pm $12.00 #10472 1/2-2/5 *No class 2/19 w ww.wcp a rksandrec. c om/s eni or - th erapeu ti cs /activities
Our newest Evening Therapeutic program at Nolensville is a Rec Night designed for the adolescent age group and older, with special needs. One Tuesday a month, we will do a variety of activities, including: sensory groups, crafts, exercise and socializing. Our certified Rec Therapist will supervise and coordinate all of the fun activities for the duration of the evening. A snack and a drink will be provided but feel free to send food if your child has any dietary restrictions or allergies. Ages 10 years and older. Enrollment is limited and online registration is required. Call Krista Hollis at (615) 786-0200 ext. 2421 for questions or additional information about this program question or additional information. Nolensville Rec Center (615) 786-0971 x2410 DATE DAY Time Cost Code Registration 12/12 Tuesday 5pm-7pm $10 #10640 11/20-12/8 1/16 Tuesday 5pm-7pm $10 #10641 1/2-1/15 2/20 Tuesday 5pm-7pm $10 #10642 2/5-2/16
For People with disabilities ages teen and up PALS Program-People At Leisure with Support: A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support. During the month of December we will be Holiday Treats. Participants will make a variety of different teats to share with family and friends during the holidays.. During the month of January we will be Painting Friendship rocks, Participants Will be creative and paint several Rocks during the weekly class. At the end of the month we will seal them and they can be put in their yards or shared with friends or put out on the trail for others to enjoy. In February we will be watercolor painting. Participants can be creative and have time to do some painting with guidance and free expression. Franklin Recreation Complex (615) 790-5719 x2010 DATE DAY TIME COST CODE REGISTRATION 12/4-12/11 Mondays 4pm-5pm $10.00 #10675 11/1-12/3 1/8-1/29 no class 1/15 Mondays 4pm-5pm $15.00 #10673 12/1-1/8 2/5-2/26 no class 2/19 Mondays 4pm-5pm $20.00 #10674 1/2-2/5
Parents we invite you to take advantage of our monthly Parents Night Out program at Nolensville! This program is held on a Friday and is catered to your child(ren) with special needs. Siblings are welcome to register as well so that you can enjoy a night off! Our certified Rec Therapist will supervise and coordinate all of the fun activities for the duration of the evening. Dinner, drinks and dessert will be provided but feel free to send food if your child has any dietary restrictions or allergies. Ages 6-17. Enrollment is limited. The cost for this program is $20.00 per child. Call Krista Hollis at (615) 786-0200 ext.2421 for questions or additional information. Nolensville Rec Center (615) 786-0971 x2410 Date Day Time Cost Code Registration 12/15 Friday 5p-9p $20 #10643 11/20-12/8 1/26 Friday 5p-9p $20 #10644 1/2-1/19 2/23 Friday 5p-9p $20 #10645 2/1-2/13
Want to get out of the house for a bit? This new program, for adults with disabilities, is here for you! Friday Fun Day is an opportunity to get out in the community for a fun- filled Friday. Weather we are meeting for a matinee movie, picnic at the park or a shopping day at the mall, we will be having a blast and would love for you to join us. Our certified Rec Therapist will be there to supervise. PALS program (People at Leisure with Support)- A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support. Caregivers are asked to register if planning to attend. In December, we are going to meet at Kings Bowl at the Cool Springs Mall for lunch and bowling! We will meet there at 11:00am. Please bring enough money to pay for your lunch and the cost of bowling and shoes. In January, we will meet at Carmike Thoroughbred Theater for a Matinee Movie! Participants should bring enough money to pay for a movie and any snacks or drinks they may want from the concession stand. The movie and show time will be chosen closer to time and participant will be contacted the week of the program by Krista Hollis. In February, we are going to meet at Third Coast Clay to make something special for Valentine s Day. We will also enjoy lunch together afterward, inside the Factory. We will meet at Third Coast Clay at 11:00am. Please bring enough money to pay for pottery and lunch. www.wcparksandrec.com/senior-therapeutics/activities DATE DAY TIME CODE REGISTRATION 12/8 Friday 11:00am-1:30pm #10652 11/3-12/6 1/19 Friday TBA #10653 1/2-1/18 2/9 Friday 11:00am-1:30pm #10654 1/15-2/7 PALS Program-People At Leisure with Support: A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support.
New Program!! Each month will have a different theme or project that we are focusing on each week. Participants will pay for sessions all together, rather than for individual days. For example, one month we may start a detailed art project that will need many steps to conclude. All materials and supplies will be included in the fee. PALS program (People at Leisure with Support)- A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support. Caregivers are asked to register if planning to eat. Call Krista Hollis at (615) 786-0200ext. 2421 for questions or additional information about this program. Date Day Time Cost Code Registration 12/4-12/18 Mondays 10:00-11:30am $20.00 10732 11/6-12/1 1/8-1/29* Mondays 10:00-11:30am $20.00 10733 12/4-1/5 (no class 1/15) 2/5-2/26* Mondays 10:00-11:30am $20.00 10734 1/8-2/2 (no class 2/19) Nolensville Rec Center (615) 786-0971 x2410
New Program at Nolensville!! This program will focus on doing fun activities with our friends each month. Whether it be a new game we are learning, a craft we are making or a snack we are cooking! On occasion, we may visit off -site locations. All materials and supplies will be included in the fee unless otherwise noted. PALS program (People at Leisure with Support)- A caregiver is required to stay with those needing support. Caregivers are asked to register if planning to attend and eat. Ages Young adults and up. Call Krista Hollis at (615)786-0200 ext.2421 Nolensville Rec Center (615) 786-0971 x2410 www.wcparksandrec.com/senior-therapeutics/activities Date Day Time Cost Code Registration 12/20 Wednesday 10:00-11:30am $5.00 10729 11/7-12/18 1/10 Wednesday 10:00-11:30am $5.00 10730 12/5-1/8 2/21 Wednesday 10:00-11:30am $5.00 10731 1/9-2/19
Therapeutics Culinary Creations New Program in Franklin! Come out and join us for a Fun Cooking Class. Participants will have an opportunity to cook a variety of different foods that are tasty and easy for them to make at home. The First class in December we will be making mini individualized pizzas. In January we will be making super bowl foods, and in February we will be making fondue. Ages 18 and up. PALS program (people at Leisure with Support)- a caregiver is required to stay with those needing support. Caregivers are asked to register and pay if planning to eat. For additional information call Jayne McFadden at (615) 790-5719 ext.2033 Franklin Recreation Complex (615)790-5719 x2010 www.wcparksandrec.com/senior-therapeutics/activities Date Day Time Cost Code Registration 12/13 Wednesday 10:30am-12:00pm $7 10943 11/1-12/11 1/17 Wednesday 10:30am-12:00pm $7 10944 11/1-1/15 2/14 Wednesday 10:30am-12:00pm $7 10945 11/1-2/12
For people with disabilities ages 6 through 23 ( Must be a Williamson County Resident) Participants will enjoy a day that may include swimming (Franklin respites only), crafts, games, outside play, and Wii. Participants should bring a lunch, snack and drink. For Franklin respite please send a towel, swim suit and a change of clothes. Personal care is provided. Check in is between 10:00am and 10:30am. Enrollment is limited. Participants must be residents of Williamson County. New Participants: An assessment must be completed by a parent or legal guardian before attending the respite program. To schedule an assessment, please call 790-5710 ext.2021. DATE DAY TIME AGE COST CODE REGISTRATION 12/9 Saturday 10am-3pm 6-23 years $25 #10532 11/27-until full 1/6 Saturday 10am-3pm 6-23 years $25 #10465 12/18-until full 2/10 Saturday 10am-3pm 6-23 years $25 #10466 1/29 -until full DATE DAY TIME AGE COST CODE REGISTRATION 12/2 Saturday 10am-3pm 6-23 years $25 #10646 11/7-11/27 1/13 Saturday 10am-3pm 6-23 years $25 #10647 12/18-1/5 2/3 Saturday 10am-3pm 6-23 years $25 #10648 1/2-1/31 RESPITE REGISTRATION POLICY-ONLINE ONLY Respite registration will only be available through online registration. Registration will begin at 9am on the registration date listed. Space is limited for this program! Registration is on a first served basis. If a program closes due to maximum enrollment, names will automatically be put on a waiting list. Waiting list participants will be contacted if additional space becomes available. How to Make a Payment Payment will be collected at the end of the registration transaction by credit card. Small bank fee applies. To utilize online registration, please visit www.wcparksandrec.com and click on the blue square that says online registration, then use the code next to the respite of your choice.
Bowling Meet us at Franklin Family Entertainment Center for a fun afternoon of Bowling. Due to staffing one to one assistance is not available for this activity. PALS Program: People at Leisure with support-caregiver is required to stay with those needing support. No registration required. Fee to be paid to Franklin Family Entertainment Center includes bowling ball and shoes. Please arrive by 3:00pm. Please note bowling will not meet if Williamson county schools are closed. All ages. Dates Day Time Cost 1/9-4/24 Tuesdays 3-4:30pm $3 www.wcparksandrec.com