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Please join us in welcoming our new Specialized Recreation & Inclusion Specialist Mackenzie Dolecheck.
A certified recreational therapist, Mackenzie graduated from East Carolina University with a bachelor’s and master’s degree in recreational therapy.
Prior to joining our Town of Wake Forest Team, Mackenzie worked for the Shepherd Center and Camp Twin Lakes.
Passionate about bringing recreation and leisure experiences to everyone, she has extensive experience creating inclusive and adaptive programming for individuals with various kinds of abilities.
When she's not at work, Mackenzie is most likely spending time with her dog, Daisy, enjoying the outdoors, or hanging out with friends and family. She absolutely loves animals and hopes to incorporate more animal-assisted initiatives into Town programming.
Mackenzie is so excited to be joining this beautiful community and can’t wait to meet you all.
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Snowball Dance
Join us Friday, Dec. 13, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road, for a night in Winter Wonderland.
Come with friends or come make new ones as we enjoy an evening of music, refreshments, dancing, and fun!
Chaperones will be available for supervision, but participants can bring additional support if necessary.
The cost is $15 per person. Register today!
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Club Connect - A Slice of Fun at George's Pizzeria
Get ready for a deliciously fun time at our September outing!
On Thursday, Sept. 26, from 5:30-7 p.m. we’re heading to George’s Pizzeria, 238 S. White St., in downtown Wake Forest for a mouthwatering experience that combines savory, cheesy goodness with a vibrant atmosphere.
Join us for great food, lively conversation, and a chance to explore the heart of downtown. Mark your calendars and bring your appetite because we can’t wait to hang out with you!
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ASPIRE Respite Day Program
Aspire is our adult day program for individuals with disabilities in the Wake Forest community.
At Aspire, we come together as a supportive and inclusive community to help each individual achieve their personal goals in life. Our program embraces a holistic approach, focusing on a wide range of objectives, whether they be recreational, communication, or essential life skills.
Under the guidance of our instructors, participants will embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth. Throughout the program, they’ll have the opportunity to explore new interests, try out exciting activities, and discover fresh passions that will bring them closer to their goals.
Join us in this enriching experience, where we nurture dreams, build skills, and foster a sense of belonging.
This program meets on Wednesdays in September from 9 a.m.-noon at the Alston-Massenburg Center, 416 N. Taylor St.
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Abilities Tennis Clinics
Abilities Tennis clinics provide specialized instruction and practice for athletes, ages 8 and up. Coaches and volunteers are trained to teach the fundamentals of tennis, practice drills, and fun games geared toward improving tennis skills. All experience levels, beginner, intermediate, and advanced skills, are welcome.
Coaches can adapt tennis for each individual, so everyone can join in on the fun!
Meet us on Saturdays, Sept. 14-Nov. 2, from 4-5 p.m. at Heritage High Park, 1150 Forestville Road.
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Cooking with Friends
Cooking with Friends is a specialized cooking program for individuals with disabilities. This class will focus on simple cooking and baking recipes that can be prepared as independently as possible. An instructor will help students concentrate on safety in the kitchen, learn basic cooking skills, follow recipe directions and work on communication. The students will be able to take the cooking skills that they learned and use it at home to impress family and friends.
Come join us as it’s a fun time to socialize with new and old friends. Students will have the opportunity to taste and bring home leftovers to share with the family.
We offer sessions on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-8 p.m. at Joyner Park Community Center, 701 Harris Road.
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- Spinal Cord Awareness Month
- Suicide Prevention Week (September 5-11)
- Deaf Awareness Month
- Sickle Cell Awareness Month
- Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
- Alopecia Areata Awareness Month
Emergency Preparedness Month
Emergencies can happen at any time, so advance preparation and constant vigilance are critical to ensure you and your family are ready to respond. Developing a emergency response plan and practicing it with everyone keeps you and your family on the same page when it comes to an emergency. Below are some tips that can help you create an emergency action plan:
- Create an established meeting spot in case you have to evacuate your home.
- Ensure your address is visible and easy for emergency responders to find.
- Keep alarms and detectors up to date with batteries.
- Have a layout of evacuation routes in your home including primary exits (doors) and secondary exits (windows). Ensure at least 1 exit in your home is easily accessible.
- Make sure to have a supply kit ready (water, non-perishable food, can opener, first aid kit, flashlights, batteries, important documents, etc).
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What is SPIRIT Wake Forest?
SPIRIT Wake Forest is our way of identifying the initiatives, activities and events offered by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department's Specialized Programs & Inclusion. It stands for Specialized Programs and Inclusion Resources for Individuals Throughout Wake Forest.
Our staff has a wide variety of experience working with people of all physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities.
We offer fun, adaptive, and inclusive recreation opportunities in our community including adaptive sports, social and fitness programs, and after school activities - with more on the way.
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