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7 people are interested
iCan Shine Bike Camp
ORGANIZATION: Down Syndrome Partnership of North Texas
Please visit the new page to apply.
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7 people are interested
iCan Bike camp uses adapted bicycles, a specialized instructional program, and trained staff to enable individuals with disabilities to learn to ride a conventional two-wheel bicycle. Riders attend one 75-minute session each day for five consecutive days where they learn to ride while accompanied and encouraged by volunteer"spotters". Over the course of the week, we continually adjust the bike's stability in an effort to challenge riders' balance as they gradually discover the skill and joy of riding. Volunteers should be able to jog aside riders during the majority of the time slot. We allow volunteers as young as 15 for bike camp. I have put the link for last year's bike camp below to give you an idea of what bike camp is all about.
26 Shifts
- Fri Jun 23, 2023 - 03:30 PM to 05:00 PM
- Fri Jun 23, 2023 - 02:00 PM to 03:15 PM
- Fri Jun 23, 2023 - 11:45 AM to 01:00 PM
- Fri Jun 23, 2023 - 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
- Fri Jun 23, 2023 - 08:30 AM to 09:45 AM
- Thu Jun 22, 2023 - 03:30 PM to 05:00 PM
- Thu Jun 22, 2023 - 02:00 PM to 03:15 PM
- Thu Jun 22, 2023 - 11:45 AM to 01:00 PM
- Thu Jun 22, 2023 - 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
- Thu Jun 22, 2023 - 08:30 AM to 09:45 AM
- Wed Jun 21, 2023 - 03:30 PM to 05:00 PM
- Wed Jun 21, 2023 - 02:00 PM to 03:15 PM
- Wed Jun 21, 2023 - 11:45 AM to 01:00 PM
- Wed Jun 21, 2023 - 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
- Wed Jun 21, 2023 - 08:30 AM to 09:45 AM
- Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 03:30 PM to 05:00 PM
- Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 02:00 PM to 03:15 PM
- Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 11:45 AM to 01:00 PM
- Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
- Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
- Tue Jun 20, 2023 - 08:30 AM to 09:45 AM
- Mon Jun 19, 2023 - 03:30 PM to 05:00 PM
- Mon Jun 19, 2023 - 02:00 PM to 03:15 PM
- Mon Jun 19, 2023 - 11:45 AM to 01:00 PM
- Mon Jun 19, 2023 - 10:00 AM to 11:15 AM
- Mon Jun 19, 2023 - 08:30 AM to 09:45 AM
More opportunities with Down Syndrome Partnership of North Texas
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About Down Syndrome Partnership of North Texas
Location:
P.O. Box 766, Fort Worth, TX 76101, US
Mission Statement
The purpose of the Down Syndrome Partnership of North Texas is to support people with Down syndrome, their families, and caregivers in achieving the universally desired goals of self-fulfillment, pride in one's achievements, inclusion in the community and reaching one's full potential, through social and educational activities.
Description
The Down Syndrome Partnership of North Texas (DSPNT) provides a number of services and programs designed to benefit individuals and families touched by Down syndrome. Some of these are:
NEW PARENT KITS
DSPNT provides new parent packets free of charge to any family in its service area whose baby has received a diagnosis of Down syndrome, whether prenatally or at birth. This packet contains general information about Down syndrome and tips on accessing local, state and national resources.
EDUCATION
DSPNT regularly plans educational programs for parents, teachers and health care providers. Most of our activities are offered free of charge. Past activities include:
- Oral Motor Skills
- Difficult Behavior
- ARD/IEP Tips
- Independent Living
- Teaching Reading to Students with Cognitive Disabilities
- Building Relationships between People with and without Disabilities
BUILDING SOCIAL NETWORKS
DSPNT realizes how important strong social networks are for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. It regularly hosts events like holiday parties, spring dances, age-appropriate play groups and pool parties to help foster social skills and supportive networks.
OTHER SERVICES
- Monthly Newsletter
- Lending Library
- Advocacy Initiatives
- E-mail Discussion Group
- Social Activities for all ages
- Many More
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
313 North Center StreetArlington, TX 76011
DATE POSTED
April 24, 2023
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 15