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 Summer Weekly Programs and Special Events
Physical Disabilities
Bowling, 15+ yrs., July 3 - August 14, 10-11:30 am, Thursday, Gate City Lanes, $3 per week
Camp Joy Day Camp / Special Session, 5+ yrs., July 14 - July 18, 9 am - 3 pm, Monday - Friday, Hagan-Stone Park, $45 per week (must complete application)
Chair Exercise, 15+ yrs., June 11 - August 22, 10-11 am, Friday, Smith Senior Center, free
Lunch Outing, 15+ yrs., June 20, 11 am - 1 pm, Friday, Brixx Pizza, bring money for meal
Grass Hoppers Baseball, All ages, July 23, 12:30-3 pm, Wednesday, NewBridge Bank Park, bring $8
Ice Cream Outing, All ages, August 15, 10-11:30 am, Friday, Cold Stone, bring money for ice cream
Bingo, 15+ yrs., August 20, 10-11:30 am, Friday, Smith Senior Center, free
Visually Impaired
Social Hour / Walking, All ages, July 7 - August 18, 10-11 am, Monday, Smith Senior Center / Bicentennial Park, free
Bowling, 15+ yrs., July 1 - August 12, 10-11:30 am, Tuesday, Gate City Lanes, $3 per week
Gym Walkers, All ages, 5:30-6:30 pm, every Tuesday, self-directed, Smith Senior Center, free (no dark-soled athletic shoes permitted, no transportation available)
Day Worker Outings, 18+ yrs., Saturdays, bring money for event (for day workers and guests only; must call to sign up)
VI Fishing Outing, 15+ yrs., June 4, 10 am - 12 noon, Wednesday, Lake Higgins, free
Breakfast and Shopping Outing, 15+ yrs., July 30, 9 am - 12 noon, Wednesday, Golden Corral and Target, bring money for meal and shopping
Grass Hoppers Baseball, All ages, July 16, 12:30-3 pm, Monday, NewBridge Bank Park, bring $8
Lunch Outing, 15+ yrs., August 19, 11 am - 2 pm, Tuesday, Mayflower Restaurant, bring money for meal
Movie Outing, 13+ yrs., August 26, 12 noon, Tuesday, Grande Theatre, bring money for ticket and snack
Developmental Disabilities
Camp Joy Camp / Session I, 5+ yrs., June 23 - July 11, 9 am - 3 pm, Monday - Friday, (closed July 4), Hagan-Stone Park, $45 per week (must complete application)
Camp Joy Camp / Session 2, 5+ yrs., July 21 - August 8, 9 am - 3 pm, Monday - Friday, Hagan-Stone Park, $45 per week (must complete application)
Gym Walkers, All ages, 5:30-6:30 pm, every Tuesday, self-directed, Smith Senior Center, free (no dark-soled athletic shoes permitted, no transportation provided)
Movie Outing, All ages, June 21, 12 noon - 3 pm, Saturday, Grande Theatre, bring money for ticket and snack
Lunch Outing, 15+ yrs., July 19, 11 am - 1 pm, Saturday, CiCi’s Pizza, bring money for meal
Grass Hoppers Baseball, All ages, August 2, 7-9 pm, Saturday, NewBridge Stadium, bring $8
Paddle Boat Rides and Park Tour, All ages, August 16, 1-2:30 pm, Saturday, Country Park, free