LIFE

LIFE (Leisure Is for Everyone) is a Leisure Education Program designed for individuals with disabilities, 20-35 years old.  Members of the LIFE group will meet on a weekly basis, and learn the skills necessary to make the most of their leisure time.  While keeping involved in recreation activities and pursuing new friendships, they will also learn to plan and organize their daily schedules outside of work using a personal planner. Our goals are to explore personal leisure interests and community resources; develop an understanding of self advocacy and personal independence through practice; realize the rewards that come from volunteering.  Our usual meeting time will be Wednesday, 4:00-5:30 at SeniorPlace. At this time we do not provide transportation.  We also encourage members to attend without staff, if possible.  We request that they bring their own drink or snack during planning sessions.  We hope this group will serve as a transition program between Teen Club and Night Club, and that members will learn the importance of choosing and planning leisure options.  Call 507-774-7360 if you have questions.

Membership Fee is $45.00 for six months with fees due January 1 and July 1

Calendar for weekly themes will appear in Therapeutic Recreation newsletter

NIGHT CLUB

This weekly social group meets Wednesday evenings and is designed for adults over 22 years who have developmental disabilities.   This group is an extension of our Teen Club and functions much the same way.  Activities are more age appropriate for adults and we encourage the independent pursuit of leisure interest, whenever possible.  Night Club is a place to establish and cultivate friendships through recreation.  Our usual meeting place is the Senior Place, but our location varies with activity as well.  Transportation to and from Night Club is provided to members who reside within city limits for a minimal fee upon request.  Call Wendy at 507-774-7360 for more details about Teen Club and Night Club.

• Membership fee is $45.00  for 6 months with fees due January 1 and July 1.
• Activity rosters for weekly events available in newsletters

BUS TRIP INFORMATION

Bus trips are open to Therapeutic Recreation members and their families.  Although non-members may register for any trips listed, Night Club and Teen Club  and LIFE members will have priority seating on bus trips.  Non-members will pay an additional $10 fee.

Transportation for all trips is provided by Owatonna Bus Company, with home pickups and drop offs available to members residing within city limits (as needed.)  Requests for at home pick ups should be made at the time of registration.  Wheelchair accommodations by lift are available also.

Experienced Park and Recreation staff supervise the bus trips, and carry emergency information of individuals traveling with the group.  They also determine emergency procedures, if necessary.  Program I.D. neckwear is provided for all trips to insure a means of personal identification if members become lost or separated from the group.  PCA’s, home staff, or parents are welcome to accompany members if their abilities or behaviors warrant assistance.

Deadlines are listed for all trips and fees are expected prior to trip day.  Paid fees will be returned only if trips are cancelled due to lack of registrants or inclement weather.  All return times listed are approximations.  Please allow time for early returns and plan for a prompt pick up.

During the fall and winter months we will offer occasional of bus trips for Therapeutic Recreation members.  Details for these will appear in our newsletters with deadlines and fees listed.  Our newsletters are printed quarterly, and are available at the Therapeutic Recreation office and on line at www.ci.owatonna.mn.us  Call the Therapeutic Recreation office if you would like to receive our newsletter (507-774-7360.)

10th Annual Spring Bowling Tournament 2011

This tournament will be open to all bowlers from our fall and winter Adult league teams. In addition to our team games, we will host a catered dinner and awards program.  This tournament is for the adult league only. 

The location for this event is Southpark Lanes, 333 18th St SE.  The date is Monday, April 25 from 4:30-6:30 PM. On that day, the kid’s league will finish up with a special treat and receive awards.  Further detailed information is available after April 4, 2011 from the Therapeutic Recreation office.  Sign-up sheets will be posted during league play by April 4^th at SouthPark Lanes.

 Summer Bowling League

Summer league is available for teens and adults age 14 years and older who have developmental disabilities. We play 2 games per week maximum, shoes are free. Transportation is not provided. Please notify us of any special accommodations needed for play.

Dates: 9 Mondays (excluding July 4)

June 13-August 15

Time: 4:30-6:00 PM

Location: Southpark Lanes

Registration Fee: $15.00 payable to Owatonna Park

and Recreation on or before June 6^th.

Weekly Fee: $5.00 payable to Southpark Lanes.

*Minimum of 20 persons required to offer this program

Summer Trips - Therapeutic Recreation

Watch for our Summer Newsletters for complete details regarding our Bus Trip Program. Trips will be available to persons age 14 and older who are members in the Therapeutic Recreation Program. The “Baseball Bus Trip” series will include trips to see the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. In planning, we look for games with great competitive action, and games with discounted ticket prices. The other trips include a series of our favorite out-of-town trips such as Valleyfair, Andiamo Riverboat cruise, the Vikings training camp or Aquatennial Parade.  Staff accompanying our groups are experienced individuals who follow routine safety

procedures and are trained for emergency situations. They represent the City of Owatonna on these trips. If trip participants need individualized supervision, a parent or home staff is required to attend. Watch for details about specific trips in our summer Therapeutic Recreation newsletters.