716-882-1025
Primary Services
Adapted Sports/Games
Description
A family recreation program designed to facilitate access to community activities for children and young adults ages 5-21 who are blind/legally blind and their families. Participation in each activity requires at least one parent/guardian to attend; however, participation from the entire family is encouraged. Participants are provided with appropriate adaptations and advocacy skills to include all family members in existing community recreation opportunities.
Program runs monthly during the school year September through June and activities range widely from outdoor sports like paddling and hiking to indoor activities such as Dave & Busters and swimming. Program staff support the building of independence and socialization skills for the youth along with education and networking opportunities for parents and siblings. Each activity includes a relevant life skill which is discussed and explored with parents for their use during the activity and for future family outings.
Program runs monthly during the school year September through June and activities range widely from outdoor sports like paddling and hiking to indoor activities such as Dave & Busters and swimming. Program staff support the building of independence and socialization skills for the youth along with education and networking opportunities for parents and siblings. Each activity includes a relevant life skill which is discussed and explored with parents for their use during the activity and for future family outings.
Hours
One Sunday afternoon per month.
Eligibility
At least one youth per family must be actively receiving services from NYS Commission for the Blind and be between the ages of 5-21.
Service Area: WNY.
Service Area: WNY.
Intake Process
Call or email a program facilitator to discuss participation.
Program Fees
Free. Program is supported by funds from the New York State Commission for the Blind.
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Accessibility
All events are designed to be fully accessible to participants with visual disabilities along with other disabilities. Please contact the program with any specific accommodation needs/requests.
Date of Official Change
May 11, 2022
Contacts
Erin Kavanagh
Orientation & Mobility Specialist
ekavanagh@viawny.org
716-888-4592
Ray Zylinski
Vision Education Specialist
rzylinski@viawny.org
716-888-4558