August 2016 - Autism Family Network of Lincoln, NE

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October 2016
Calendar of Events
September 30 – Barn Dance at Deer Springs Winery, Lincoln
October 4 - Runza Night at 56th & Holdrege
October 6 – Young Adult Social Club
October 20 – Support Group Meeting
October 27 – Halloween Trick-or-Treat Resource Fair
October 29 – 5th Annual Wacky Walk & 5K for Autism, York
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Join us October 8th for the 2016 Omaha Buddy Walk® in Stinson Park!
Join the Down Syndrome Alliance of the Midlands as we unite for a common cause and raise funds at the
2016 Omaha Buddy Walk®. Whether you have Down syndrome, know someone who does, or just want to
show your support, take the first step and donate or register today! Help us spread the word; all are
welcome for our day of celebration!
You can find more information at http://www.ds-stride.org/omahabuddywalk.
5th Annual Wacky Walk & 5K for Autism
Saturday, October 29th @ 8:30am – 10am
York Family Aquatic Center
2222 E 14th Street, York, NE
Adults and Children, JOIN IN THE FUN and come dressed in wacky attire or a Halloween
Costume to help raise funds, awareness, support and encouragement for those with or affected by
Autism!
There will be a 5K run, and a 1 mile fun walk. This will take place Saturday October 29th.
Registration will begin at 8:30am. The 5k run will begin at 9:00am and the walk will start at
9:30am.
We will have t-shirts for those who registered early (submitted by October 21st). We can take tshirt orders the day of, however participants are responsible for pick up later.
There will be LOTS of fun! There will be a bake sale throughout the event, games for children,
face painting and a bouncy house! New this year! We will be handing out candy bags towards the
end of walk!!
This 5K Run/1 Mile Walk is being held to raise money, help fund research, raise awareness &
increase support for those with and /or affected by Autism. Proceeds from this event will be
donated locally to the York Education Foundation to be used for supports for student on the autism
spectrum. A portion of the donations will also go to Autism Family Network, a non-profit
organization dedicated to increasing awareness & supports for autism spectrum disorders and
advocating the needs of individuals with autism and their families.
Please feel free to contact Abbie or Amber for registration forms or for more information. (402)
366-8159 or [email protected] (Please keep in mind this is an event including
children, so please dress appropriately.)
WHO:
Youth ages 7 – 17 years with special needs
WHEN:
Saturdays, 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
October 22, 2016 – December 3, 2016
WHERE:
Easterday Recreation Center
6130 Adams
COST:
$42.00 for 6 week session
BENEFITS: Have fun while developing social, fine motor, and
communication skills. Small groups with 1:4 staffto-club member ratio work on following directions
and team building.
For more information, contact
Kerry Zingg at 402-441-7877, Debra Williams
or Sherry Connett at 402-441-7948.
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THE DD WAIVER
The DD Waiver is a voluntary waiver. It is not a federally mandated program. Therefore, the
Nebraska State legislature determines how to fund the waiver. One of the determining criteria for
funding is the number of persons on the DD waiver waiting list. People on the wait list have
already met eligibility guidelines and are waiting for services. Eligibility for the DD waiver is not
dependent on your family’s income.
On behalf of Autism Family Network, I encourage you to apply for the DD waiver. The legislature
needs to be aware of the number of people with developmental delays in our state in order to fund
the waiver appropriately. There will be a few years of waiting once your name is placed on the
list. Don’t let this discourage you. Your loved one will have to wait a few years for services
regardless if you sign up today or in 5 years from now. Get your loved one’s name on the list
immediately to decrease the number of years he/she has to wait for services. Some services
provided under the waiver include respite, daycare, rehabilitative care, and chore services.
You may request an application by calling DD Services at 471-8501.
Contact the Autism Family Network with any questions you may have regarding the waiver at
[email protected] or at 402-421-0874.
http://www.thedesk.info/state/nebraska/
http://dhhs.ne.gov/developmental_disabilities/Documents/Nebraska-DDAC-waiver-2011.pdf
http://dhhs.ne.gov/developmental_disabilities/Pages/developmental_disabilities_index.aspx
http://www.pascenter.org/state_based_stats/medicaid_waivers_info.php?state=nebraska#waiver_5
ADAPTIVE RECREATION CLUB PROGRAMS
Fun Club - Grade School Keyword: Fun Club
Varied recreational and social activities with additional fees for some activities plus $1/month
dues. Call 402-441-7901 to register.
Begins: September 13 | Day: Tue Time: 5:15-6:30p
Location: Easterday Recreation Center
Weeks:12 | Fee: $27.00*
*Transportation available for an additional fee of $54 for session.
Hi-Time Club - Middle, High School, through age 21 Keyword: Hi-Time
Varied recreational and social activities with additional fees for some activities plus $1/month
dues.
Begins: September 12 | Day: Mondays Time: 7:00-8:30p
Location: Easterday Recreation Center
Weeks:12 | Fee: $27.00* *Transportation available for an additional fee of $54 for session. Call
402-441-7948 to register.
Friendship Club - Ages 22-35 Keyword: Friendship Club
Varied recreational and social activities with additional fees for some activities plus $1/month
dues. Call 402-441-7948 to register.
Begins: September 15 | Day: Thursdays Time: 7:00-8:30p
Location: Auld Pavillion, 1650 Memorial Drive
Weeks:12 | Fee: $27.00*
*Transportation available for an additional fee of $54 for session.
Social Club - Ages 36+ Keyword: Social Club
Varied recreational and social activities with additional fees for some activities plus $1/month
dues. Call 402-441-7877 to register.
Begins: September 14 | Day: Wednesdays Time: 7:00-8:30p
Location: Auld Pavillion, 1650 Memorial Drive
Weeks:12 | Fee: $27.00*
*Transportation available for an additional fee of $54 for session.
Adaptive Recreation Lego Club
Have fun while developing social, fine motor, and communication skills. Small groups with 1:4
staff-to-club member ratio work on following directions and team building.
Ages: Youth and Young Adult
Begins: Oct 22 - Dec 3 Day: SAT 9:30-10:30 am EDAY Weeks: 6 wks/session Fee: $42.00
*No class 11/26 Feb 4 - Mar 11 Day: SAT 9:30-10:30 am EDAY Weeks: 6 wks/session Fee:
$42.00