Therapeutic Recreation Services ofTherapeutic Recreation Services of the Roanoke Valleythe Roanoke Valley

Fall 2011Program Guide

September - JanuaryRegistration beginsAugust 29, 8:00 am

Parks,Recreation

and Tourism

RoanokeCounty

www.roanokecountyva.gov/trs

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Therapeutic Recreation Services of the Roanoke Valley

Selecting programs that are right for you...

Outdoors & Travel ...........................pg 3-4

Wellness & Fitness ..........................pg 4

Cultural Arts ....................................pg 5

Life Skills .......................................pg 6-8

TRIPs..............................................pg 8

Guidelines for Registration ..............pg 9

General Information ........................pg 10

Registration Form ...........................pg 11

TR Updates.................................. ...pg 12

Table of Contents

Therapeutic Recreation Staff

Kari Decker, MS, CTRSTherapeutic Recreation Supervisor540-772-7529 ext 228kdecker@roanokecountyva.gov

Brittany Figdore, CTRSTherapeutic Recreation Programmer540-772-7529 ext 226bfi gdore@roanokecountyva.gov

Kristen RussellTR Program Support Specialist 540-772-7529 ext 227krussell@roanokecountyva.gov

TRS Support StaffSupport Staff will assist as needed in all aspects of your participation in TRS programs. Support staff duties may include assisting with transportation, supervision, limited personal care, and activity participation. If you are interested in becoming a TRS Support Staff, please contact the TRS offi ce.

Mission of TRS

The programs listed in this guide are designed to meet the needs and interests of individuals with developmental/cognitive disabilities, head injury related disabilities, psychiatric

disabilities, and those who are blind or have visual impairments. If you have questions about a program or the level of functioning needed, please contact any of the TR staff listed below.

Course #: The course # allows us to process your registration form more quickly and accurately.Program Fee: This is the fee that is charged for participation in that specifi c program.Transportation Fee: This fee is charged for programs that offer transportation. The fee is $3.00 for each round trip. Transportation is provided from home as well as the following pick- up points: Goodwill Salem, Goodwill Vinton, 460 Antique Mall, Brambleton Center, Green Ridge Recreation Center

Therapeutic Recreation Services of the Roanoke Valley provides specialized,

adapted & inclusive recreation/leisure services that empower people with

disabilities to gain the knowledge and skills needed for the development of a leisure

lifestyle that meets their interests and needs.

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Mountain Getaway – Boone, NC

Monday May 7 – Wednesday May 9, 2012

Spend a relaxing three days and two nights in beautiful Boone, North Carolina. On this

overnight trip, we will concentrate on relaxing in the great outdoors while enjoying the

comforts of home in luxurious log cabins. When not visiting area attractions, we will enjoy our time at the cabin playing ping-

pong, enjoying a soak in the hot tub, roasting marshmallows over a campfi re, or relaxing in one of the hammocks. We will depart from the Brambleton Center at 9 am on Monday, May 7 and arrive back in Roanoke on Wednesday,

May 9, at approximately 7:30 pm.All participants must be independent in

personal care.

This all-inclusive trip includes:-Admission to Grandfather Mountain Swinging Bridge and Wildlife Habitats-Your choice of gourmet fudge from the Fudge Shop-Foggy Mountain Gem Mining-Mystery Hill House Museum-Lodging at an authentic Timberframe log cabin-Transportation from pick –up points-2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners

Trip fee: $400Transportation: From pick-up points only (Brambleton Center, Goodwill Vinton, Goodwill Salem)Deposit: $100 (Due at time of registration)Balance: $300 (Due by April 9, 2012)Program #19358

Holiday Dinner & Lights TourEnjoy dinner at Cracker Barrel before traveling to Bedford and Liberty Lake Park to see the Holiday Lights. Be prepared to sing holiday songs during the ride! Program fee includes dinner and transportation. Dinner is from 5:30-7:00pm, then the group will travel to Liberty Lake Park and drive through the park’s displays. Program fee: $28Transportation fee: IncludedTue Dec 13 5:30-9:30 pm #19324Wed Dec 14 5:30-9:30 pm #19325

Star Gazing at Peaks of OtterWe will travel to Bedford, VA for a night-

time viewing of the stars, constellations, and comets over the Peaks of Otter Nature Center. We will have hot chocolate to keep us warm as we learn and hear stories of the night sky and more. Due to the location of this program, transportation from pick-up points is preferred but not required. Program fee: $10Transportation fee: IncludedSat Oct 8 7:30-9 pm #19338

Outdoors & TravelHiking, climbing, biking, day & overnight trips

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Pumpkin FestivalSpend the day at Sinkland Farms in Riner, VA for their annual Pumpkin Festival. The Pumpkin Festival has something for everything, including live music, a barnyard petting zoo, an antique tractor display and much more! Included in your program fee is admission to the corn maze, lunch and a hay ride to the pumpkin fi eld where you can choose your own pumpkin. Program fee: $30 Transportation fee: IncludedSat Oct 15 11 am–3 pm #19251

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CanoeingEnjoy a beautiful Fall day from a different

perspective, the water! Before it gets too cool, we will take this chance to enjoy a day canoeing at Camp Roanoke, lead by Charlie Beisecker. We will arrive at camp, have lunch, and then a safety lesson before hitting the water. Please dress in layers appropriate for outdoor activities. Program fee: $22 Transportation fee: $3Sat Sept 17 11:30 am-3 pm #19167

Cascades Fall Hike Cascades is one of the region’s most

popular hikes! Not only is it a hike for all levels, but you are rewarded with views of the beautiful waterfall once you get to the top! We will travel to Pembroke, and have Subway boxed lunches before starting the four mile loop hike. The trail is mostly packed dirt with occasional stone stairs. Participants should wear sturdy shoes and bring a bottle of water. Transportation will be provided from pick-up points only. Program fee: $16 Transportation fee: IncludedSat Oct 1 11:30 am-3:30 pm #19168

Holiday ShoppingHaving trouble fi nding that perfect gift for someone? Let TRS help with a day of shopping at River Ridge Mall & Walmart in Lynchburg. Bring your money for gifts and be sure to wear comfortable shoes for a great day of shopping. Lunch at Shakers and transportation are included in your program fee. Transportation will be from pick up points only. Program fee: $21Transportation fee: IncludedTues Nov 29 10 am-2:30 pm #19181

Basketball ClubOnce a month, we will meet at Green

Ridge Center for two hours of basketball. The fi rst hour we will work on fundamentals such as dribbling, passing and shooting. The second hour we will play 3-on-3. This coed Basketball Club will meet, September 24, October 22, and November 19 from 1pm until 3pm. Please wear tennis shoes, comfortable clothing, and please remember to eat lunch before coming to program. Program fee: $26 Transportation fee: $9Sat Sept 24, Oct 22, Nov 19 1-3 pm #19336

Fitness ClubWhether you’ve never been in a gym or are a reg-ular, Fitness Club’s individualized assistance will give you the support needed to succeed! We will have access to the cardio and adaptive equipment, weight machines, and indoor track at the Green Ridge Recreation Center! The fi rst week will be an orientation on how to use the equipment, and then TRS support staff will help you reach your fi tness goals each week. Join us as we get up and get moving! Program fee: $56Transportation fee: $24Fri Oct 14- Dec 9 10-11:30 am #19302

Outdoor YogaIf you are looking for a fun way to relax

and exercise, then this is the class for you. Norma Silvius will teach the basics of yoga, a relaxing and benefi cial workout, in beautiful Garst Mill Park. Wear loose, comfortable clothing, and please bring a towel or yoga mat to exercise on. Program fee $28.50 Transportation fee: $12 Wed Sep 21 -Oct 12 1:30-2:30 pm #19250

Outdoors & TravelHiking, climbing, biking, day & overnight trips

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Wellness & Fitness Yoga, Pilates, group exercise, aquatics, and health classes

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Cultural ArtsArts, crafts, pottery, ceramics, painting, music, and dance classes

JournalingCreate a cohesive thread for your life’s

story utilizing the unique tool of Life Books in this gentle, supportive workshop. During this fi ve-week course, we will integrate journal writing, poetry, and mixed media (photos, art, collages, etc.) to create your Life Books. At the end of the class, you will gain self-awareness and tap into creativity. Create your life books from supplies provided at the Brambleton Center and learn journal writing tools for future use. Journal entries will be private unless you want to share. Program fee: $45 Transportation fee: $15Wed Oct 19- Nov 16 6:30-8:30 pm #19161

Evergreen Wreaths Spruce up your door with a festive fresh evergreen wreath and let the natural aroma greet your guests this holiday season. Embellish with ribbons, pinecones, and berries that add seasonal sparkle, while enjoying holiday music, all at the Brambleton Center. Choose from either December 6 or 7.Program fee: $10 Transportation fee: $3Tue Dec 6 2-3:30 pm #19321Wed Dec 7 7-8:30 pm #19322

Exploring ArtLet your inner artist come out as we

explore different types of artistic mediums. Instructor and artist, Jennifer Fowler, will teach participants how to work with watercolors, pastels, and how to make collages. This is the perfect way to get your feet wet in the art world and experience a variety of media. Program fee includes all materials, as well as supplies to take home at the end of class. Program fee: $48 Transportation fee: $12Wed Jan 4-Jan 25 6:30-8:30 pm #19362

New! ‘A Christmas Carol’

Come enjoy the beloved story ‘A Christmas Carol’ at our local Showtimers Theater. The tale begins on Christmas Eve in the 1840’s, exactly seven years after the death of Ebenezer Scrooge’s business partner, Jacob Marley. Scrooge is a greedy and stingy businessman, who has no place in his life for kindness. After being warned by Marley’s ghost to change his ways (so that he may avoid a miserable afterlife like him), Scrooge is visited by three additional ghosts; each in its turn, and each visit detailed in a separate manner, who accompany him to various scenes with the hope of achieving his transformation. Participants are asked to dress in more formal attire. Program fee: $15 Transportation fee: $3Sat Dec 3 7:30-10:30 pm #19169New

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Taking Center StageTheatre for Special People (TSP) is Roanoke’s fi rst theatre group for individuals with disabilities.Starting in August, the group will meet on Saturdays to prepare for their fi rst production. Space for participation is extremely limited. Please note Theater for Special People is not a program in conjunction with TRS, For more information on TSP, please contact Elizabeth Matthews Jones.

The group will be presenting an original production on October 30 at Studio Roanoke. If you are interested in attending TSP’s fi rst ever performance, but do not have transportation, please contact Kristen Russell at (540) 772-7529 ext 227.

For information on TSP and participation:Elizabeth Matthew Jones (540) 293-3745mommajonz@cox.net

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Life SkillsTechnology, cooking, home improvement, and social outings

Movie Club - No TransportationA new twist off an old favorite TRS program! This Movie Club will be meeting at the Carmike 8 The-ater in Salem. Bring your own money for a snack, but the movie ticket is included in your registra-tion fee. Purchase a 2011 popcorn bucket for $15 and bring it back for $2.50 refi lls each month. Movies will be preselected and participants will be able to choose from two choices. Participants that can provide their own transportation to pro-grams are highly encouraged to sign up for this Movie Club. Participants will need to be dropped off and picked up at the Carmike 8 Theater in Salem.Program fee: $11.50/ monthMon 6:30-9:30 pmOct 10 #19307Nov 14 #19308Dec 5 #19309

Out & AboutLet’s go Out & About with TRS! Each month, you will go out to eat at various area restaurants. This program is specifi cally designed for those who want to work on independence and money handling skills, so you will need to bring your own money each program to cover the cost of dinner and a tip. Program fee does not include meals. Choose either Out & About or Super Suppers each month, not both. Please see below for restaurants and descriptions.Program fee: $7/monthTransportation fee $3/monthMon 6:30-8 pm

Sept 19 IHOP #19332Enjoy a hearty omelet, a mouthwatering burger, or a stack of famous pancakes at the International House of Pancakes. Bring $10 - $12 to cover their dinner, drink, tax and tip.

Oct 17 Famous Anthony’s #19333This restaurant offers a unique variety of menu options, from spaghetti to burgers to salads and wraps. Bring $10-12 to cover their dinner, drink, tax and tip.

Nov 21 Logan’s Roadhouse #19334Logan’s high-quality, moderately-priced menu features over 50 entrees, including aged steaks, hand-cut fresh on premises, grilled chicken, fresh-ground steak burgers, baby-back ribs, seafood, & specialty salads made from only the freshest ingredients. Bring $12-$14 to cover the cost of dinner, drink, tax and tip.

Dec 19 Great 611 Steak Company #19335Choose from chicken, seafood, steak or the 70 item salad bar at the Great 611 Steak Company. Bring $12-$14 to cover the cost of dinner, drink, tax and tip.

Guys NightPizza, wings, and root beer are just three

ingredients to a great night out with the guys! Add in pool, foosball and Wii, and it’s the perfect night, just for the guys. Join us at Roanoke City’s Garden City Recreation Center for a night to kick back and relax. We will provide Wii games or you may bring your own (Rated E 10+ and under. If you have any questions please, call 772-7529 ext 226). Program fee includes dinner. Program fee: $16Transportation fee: $3Fri Oct 7 5:30-8 pm #19182

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New! Creative Cupcakes

In this three week class we will decorate the coolest cupcakes you have ever seen! You

will learn how to make basic shapes using icing tips, such as stars and fl owers. Participants will get to take their tips and icing bags home at the end of the program. Program fee: $40Transportation fee: $9Tue Jan 3-17 2-4 pm #19337

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Life SkillsTechnology, cooking, home improvement, and social outings

BowlingReady to work on your strikes and spares? Join us at Lee Hi Lanes for two exciting games of bowling with friends. Please remember to eat breakfast before program, because lunch is not included in this program. Feel free to bring snack money, if desired. Program fee: $50Transportation fee: $24Tue Sept 27-Nov 15 10 am-12 pm #19247

Leisure SeekersLeisure Seekers provides a structured environ-ment for skill-building, socializing with peers, and engaging in a wealth of activities. Weekly activi-ties will include a Fall festival at the Brambleton Center, Yoga with Norma, a theater production, a Green Ridge activity day, Thunder Valley, and Halloween Dance. Activity information will be distributed weekly. Program fee covers all materi-als, supplies, and admission fees. Call Brittany Figdore at 772-7529 ext 226 for more information.Program fee: $55Transportation fee: $18/6 weeks or $12 trips onlyThu Sep 22-Oct 27 6:30-8:30 pm #19340

Movie Club Hang out with your friends and watch a new release each month at Carmike 10, Tanglewood. Movies will be preselected and you will need to bring your own money for concessions. Routes for Movie Clubs will be mailed out the Wednes-day before the meeting. Purchase a 2011 popcorn bucket for $15 and bring it back for $2.50 refi lls each month. Program fee includes movie ticket and supervision.Program fee: $11.50/monthTransportation fee: $3/monthMon 6:30-9:30 pmOct 24 #19303Nov 28 #19304Dec 12 #19305Jan 23 #19306

Super Suppers Join your friends as we explore a local restau-rant each month, experiencing different cuisines and atmospheres sure to please the palette. Super Suppers is designed to help with ordering from a menu and working within a given budget, while enjoying a night out with friends. No money han-dling skills are needed. Restaurants and program fees rotate monthly and feature a different type of cuisine- see descriptions below. Choose either Out & About or Super Suppers each month, not both.Transportation Fee: $3.00/monthFri 6:30-8:30 pm

Sep 23 Parkers Seafood $20 #19163Known for the freshest seafood in the region, Parker’s has everything from shrimp and oysters, to crab and salmon prepared how you like it.

Oct 28 Ragazzi’s $18 #19164Ragazzi’s is famous in Southwest County for its simple Italian cuisine. They serve generous por-tions of home-made Italian dishes like lasagna, soups and sauces made from scratch using authen-tic recipes passed down through several genera-tions.

Nov 18 The Homeplace $20 #19165Wrap up the year, at the Homeplace. This family style meal is served in an old farm house around mismatched dining tables. Participants will serve themselves from three different types of meat, sides, and dessert. This is the perfect place if good old fashioned home cooking is what you are craving.

Dec 16 Kabuki Restaurant $25 #19166Not only will you get dinner at Kabuki, but you also get a show! Join us for Japanese style cook-ing where the chefs prepare your meal right at the table. Dinners are a stir-fry type of meal with your choice of meats added to the mixture.

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Expressions with GwynCreate with Gwyn Hall; Gwyn has a degree in Art Therapy and will be facilitating and giving you the tools to express yourself in different mediums. You could be painting, sketching or sculpting- let your imagination run wild! The only pick-up point for this program is Mountain House. If you do not attend on Tuesday and are interested in this great program, if you can get to Mountain House, we will take you home. This program is 2.5 hrs for 7 weeks and includes dinner. Space is limited. Contact Brittany Fidgore or Mary Kay from Mountain House.Program fee: $0 Tue Sep 20-Nov 1 4-6:30 pm #19162

Valley VenturesValley Ventures are social and recreational activities throughout the community. Please contact Kari Decker at 772-7529 for more information. Routes will be mailed out monthly with program-specifi c information and transportation times. Program fee includes all admissions and transportation.Program fee: $8 SatSep 24 Medieval Faire & Highland Games 11 am-3 pm #19326 Join us for a day fi lled with mirth and magic at the Medieval Faire and Highland Games at Green Hill

Park. We will eat lunch at Wendy’s.Oct 8 Green Ridge Day 2:30-5:30 pm #19327

Spend the afternoon swimming at Green Ridge and using their wellness equipment. We will eat Domino’s pizza for dinner.

Nov 5 Veterans Day Parade 10:30 am-2:30 pm #19328Join us in honoring our service men and women in the Veterans Day Parade in Downtown Roanoke. After the parade, we will head over to the Market Building where you will get to choose lunch from

one of the many restaurants.Dec 10 Dinner & A Movie 5:30-9:30 pm #19329

Eat dinner at one of the area’s best restaurants, The Roanoker, before heading to see a new release at Carmike Cinema’s at Tanglewood.

Wednesday Adventurers Explore fun activities, new places, delicious food, and exciting exercises with Wednesday Adventurers! In this six week program, you will go to Layman Farms for a Fall Festival, take a fall hike at Happy Hollow Gardens, and tour WDBJ 7. Other activities will include morning exercise and wellness activities, Thanksgiving crafts, games, and many more! Activity information will be distributed weekly to all registered participants, highlighting the next week’s activity, transportation, dates, and times. Program fees include all materials, supplies, admission, and lunches. Payment Plans are available. Contact Kristen Russell at 772-7529 ext 227 for more information on specifi c activities and transportation availability.Program fee: $78 Transportation fee: $18/ $9 for trips only Wed Oct 26-Nov 30 10 am-2 pm #19320

Life SkillsTechnology, cooking, home improvement, and social outings

TRIPs: (Therapeutic Recreation Incentive Program) TRIPs programs are available to current Mountain House members or former Mountain House members who are still clients of Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare, ages 18+.

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Guidelines for Registration

Transportation Participants are asked to provide their own transportation, as County provided transportation is available on a very limited basis. Space will be available until fi lled. It is TRS policy to only wait fi ve (5) minutes for a participant after their scheduled pickup time. After that, the van will continue on the route. If a participant is a “no show” without prior notifi cation three (3) times within a semester, the participant will be dropped from transportation for the remainder of that semester. When meeting at pick-up points, if a participant’s transportation is more than fi ve (5) minutes late for pick up/drop off time, three (3) times within a semester, the participant will be dropped from transportation for the remainder of that semester. If a participant is removed from transportation, they will receive a refund for those fees. Based upon registrations, activities may be moved to an alternate location to help facilitate transportation needs.

High Demand Classes & Waitlists Sometimes programs may fi ll before the registration session concludes. TRS considers these “High Demand” classes. “High Demand” classes are marked with a next to the title. If a class fi lls, the participant will automatically be placed on a waitlist. Participants will be contacted if placed on the waitlist and a space becomes available.

Registration Registration is taken via telephone, email, postal mail to the TRS main offi ce, or in person at the Brambleton Center. Mail-in and email registrations will be processed the morning of registration in the order in which they were received, and may be submitted prior to registration date. Registration begins:

8:00 am, Monday, August 29, 2011

Refunds & Credits In the event that Roanoke County cancels a class, participants will automatically receive a full credit to their account. Credits will be carried on the account and can be used toward future courses and activities. If a participant would like a refund, notify TRS and a refund will be processed within three weeks if the amount is over $25. Credit amounts under $25 will remain on accounts for future use. If a participant must withdraw from a course, they must be withdrawn before the class begins. A participant will receive a refund if another TRS participant can fi ll your spot. Credits for trips or special events (such as theatre productions where tickets are purchased in advance) cannot be given after tickets are purchased unless your place can be fi lled.

Guidelines for Inclusion: For participation in general recreation classes, with assistance from TRS staff, a participant must:• Meet registration requirements of the selected class, ie. age, residency, prerequisites.• Be able to adhere to the rules of conduct.• Be able to follow simple directions and be able to communicate your basic needs.• Have the ability to tolerate and function in appropriate class sizes based on type of program.• Be able to participate in the selected activity for the majority of the scheduled time.

* All accommodation requests must be made at least two weeks prior to the start of the program.* Transportation is not provided for Inclusion Services.

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Therapeutic Recreation Services of the Roanoke Valley

General InformationCo-Sponsors

Accessible Formats: TRS program information is available in accessible formats that meet individual needs. Information is available in Braille, large print, elementary formats and other formats upon request. Call 772-7529 for more information on this award winning service.

Inclement Weather:Participants will be contacted should weather conditions postpone and/or cancel scheduled TRS classes or events. Please refer to our refund/credit policy on page 9 for details. Please call TRS at 540-772-7529 ext 2 if you have weather related questions.

Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism is proud to partner with the Roanoke Parks & Recreation to provide services for city residents through valleywide TRS programs.

TRS of the Roanoke Valley is a contractual service provider for Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare. Through this agreement, we are able to offer services through the TRIPs & EXCEL programs.

If you are interested in donating to the TRS Scholarship program, to help adults with disabilities in the Roanoke Valley continue to participate in their choice of recreation programs, please contact Kari Decker at (540) 772-7529 ext 228 or kdecker@roanokecountyva.gov.

Payment OptionsPayments must accompany registration and may be made by cash, check, credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover) or money order; made payable to: Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism. If mailing a check, call to confi rm your balance before you mail in your registration. Registration is not considered complete until class fee is received.

Financial Assistance:Rec Bucks is a program which will provide a waiver or reduction of fees to residents who have demonstrated fi nancial need.

TRS is going Green!Help TRS save some trees and some green. If you are willing to only receive an electronic copy of the TRS brochure, circle YES on the registration form on page 11 when you send it in, or contact Kari Decker at kdecker@roanokecountyva.gov. We appreciate your dedication to our services!

Thank You for all you do for TRS:

Karen RuckerSalem Red Sox

Radford University’s Gone Fishin’ ProgramCamp Roanoke

TRS Google Calendar now available:TRS now has a Google Calendar located on the TRS home webpage. If you already use Google Calendars you can export ours so you have all the semester program information you need at your fi ngertips! Use the print option to hang a hard copy in your home.

Get organized & get involved!www.roanokecountyva.gov/trs

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Therapeutic Recreation ServicesFall 2011 Program Registration Form

Name:________________________________________ Birthdate:_____/_____/_____Phone: (home)__________________(work)________________(other)_____________Address:____________________________________________Zip:________________Residency: (circle) Roanoke County Roanoke City Salem Other:____________

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Subtotal: $__________ + $__________

Payment Method:__ Check __Cash __Money Order __ Recbucks __Visa/MasterCard/Discover (call 540-772-7529)

___ I will provide my own transportation ___ I need County provided transportation from: Home Pick Up Point: Goodwill Salem, Goodwill Vinton, 460 Antique Mall Brambleton Center, Green Ridge Recreation Center___ I need wheelchair accessible transportation

Are you a client of Blue Ridge Behavioral Healthcare? Yes NoDo you give permission for an exchange of information between TRS & BRBH? Yes No

Name of Caseworker:_______________________________ Phone:____________________*Electronic copy of brochure only: YES NO Email address :

Program RegistrationPlease be sure to fi ll out the form completely.

3738 Brambleton AveRoanoke, VA 24018

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Therapeutic Recreation Services of the Roanoke Valley 3738 Brambleton Ave SW Roanoke, VA 24018 (540) 772-7529

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Registration for Fall 2011Monday, August 29, 8:00 AM

Mail Phone Walk-In

Casey Burns started with TRS in May as an intern from Radford University, and was a great addition to programs throughout a very busy Summer semester. Casey worked Fitness Club, Expressions with Gwyn, Tennis, as well as ACE. Upon completing her internship with TRS in August, Casey will sit for her NCTRC exam to become a Certifi ed Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. We wish Casey the best of luck and hope she isn’t a stranger to TRS! Thanks for your hard work these past few months!

~Brittany, Kristen & Kari

Casey & Rachel weren’t afraid to get a little messy at Creative Canvases this summer!

Thank you & good luck!