MainStream Resources offers quality recreational programs and special events for people who have been identified as having special needs, including mental, physical and visual. Activities in these programs are modified or special equipment is available to assist the participant.
Some of these programs are suggested for certain age groups and disability classifications so the program can be geared to meet specific needs. However, we will make reasonable accommodations for any individual who wants to participate in a program not suggested for his or her age group or disability. The request must be made at least two weeks prior to beginning of the program. We also encourage family and friends to participate in our programs when space is available.
The City shares the goals of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which protects qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination on the basis of disabilities and provides for equality of opportunity in the services, programs, activities and employment of the City.
Staff also works with participants to help them participate in programs not specifically designed for special populations and offered by other divisions within the Parks and Recreation Department. In addition to offering recreational programs, MainStream Resources provides leisure education and counseling to participants with special needs. Participants have opportunities to select activities of interest to them from programs offered by the MainStream Resources Unit or other organizations.
MainStream Resources operates with a fee/other charges schedule, based on cost of supplies, equipment, transportation, staff and other professional services. Selected MainStream Resources programs offer transportation for individuals who live within the city limits (not all programs provide transportation).
For more information, or for a current list of activities, call MainStream Resources at 373-2735, 373-2954 or 373-2626.
2008 Winter / Spring Weekly Programs and Special Events
Physical Disabilities
Water Exercise, 18+ yrs., February 4 to April 21, 3-4 pm, Mondays, Gateway Education Center, free
Arts for All, all ages, February 4 to April 28, 7:30-8:30 pm, Mondays (except the third Mondays of each month), Hillcrest House, free
Bowling, 15+ yrs., February 7 to April 24, 10-11:30 am, Thursdays, Gate City Lanes, $3 per week
Chair Exercise, 15+ yrs., February 8 to April 25, 10-11 am, Fridays, Smith Senior Center, free
Shopping Outing, 15+ yrs., May 7, 10 am-12 noon, Oak Hollow Mall, bring money for event
Visually Impaired
Social Hour, all ages, February 4 to April 21, 10-11 am, Mondays, Lindley Recreation Center, free
Water Exercise, 18+ yrs., February 4 to April 21, 3-4 pm, Mondays, Gateway Education Center, free
Arts for All, all ages, February 4 to April 28, 7:30-8:30 pm, Mondays (except the third Monday of each month), Hillcrest House, free
Bowling, 15+ yrs., February 5 to April 22, 10-11:30 am, Tuesdays, Gate City Lanes, $3 per week
Gym Walkers, all ages, ongoing, 5:30-6:30 pm, Tuesdays, Smith Senior Center, free (no dark-soled athletic shoes permitted, no transportation provided, self-directed)
Bowling League, 18+ yrs., January 2 to May 14, 10-11:30 am, Wednesdays, All Star Lanes, fees paid to league
Day Worker Outings, 18+ yrs., Saturdays, bring money for event (for day workers and guests only; must call to sign up)
Ice Cream Outing, 15+ yrs., May 8, 10:30 am-12 noon, Yum-Yum’s, bring money for event
Mental Disabilities
Arts for All, all ages, February 4 to April 28, 7:30-8:30 pm, Mondays (except third Monday of each month), Hillcrest House, free
GTCC After School, 18+ yrs., February 5 to April 22, 2-4:30 pm, Tuesdays, Smith Senior Center, free (money needed for events; participants must be enrolled at GTCC)
Gym Walkers, all ages, ongoing, 5:30-6:30 pm, Tuesdays, Smith Senior Center, free (no dark-soled athletic shoes permitted, no transportation provided, self-directed)
Bowling I, 12+ yrs., January 26 to April 12, 9-10:15 am, Saturdays, Gate City Lanes, $35
Bowling II, 12+ yrs., January 26 to April 12, 10:30 am-12 noon, Saturdays, Gate City Lanes, $35
Grasshoppers Game, all ages, April 24, 6:30-9 pm, NewBridge Bank Park, bring money for event
GYC Carnival, all ages, May 6, 6-9 pm, Greensboro Coliseum, bring money for event