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Consumers' Home Page
INDEPENDENCE, INC.
Bulletin
Board:
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PLEASE
NOTE:
Independence, Inc. will be closed on the following days:
Monday, May 26 for Memorial Day
Friday, May 30 for All Staff Work Day
Computer Classes will be held as usual
Upcoming
Consumer Events:
For
tickets and accommodation information, please contact Ranita at
841-0333…or ask for Ranita at the front desk.
rwilks@independenceinc.org
TBA/UPCOMING EVENTS!
TENNIS,
ANYONE?!
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ARE YOU THE NEXT BILLIE
JEAN KING OR JOHN MC ENROE….ON WHEELS?!
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WANT TO LEARN HOW
TO KNOCK A FEW BALLS OVER THE NET?!
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LOOKING FOR
SOMETHING FUN TO DO ON A SATURDAY AFTERNOON?!
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COME LEARN HOW TO
PLAY WHEELCHAIR TENNIS AT FIRST SERVE, CLINTON PARKWAY. SATURDAYS
AT 3:30 PM.
CONTACT RANITA
AT 841-0333, EXT. 219
COMMUNITY
PROGRAMS IN LAWRENCE
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The
Douglas County Gators and Special
Olympics (provides swimming, basketball, soccer, and other
recreational activities for people with developmental
disabilities)- www.douglascountyspecialolympics.org
or call 845-5871. Primarily free.
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EPSU-GRO
Epilepsy Support Group (for individuals with epilepsy and
traumatic brain injuries): Contact Beth Wilkinson at epsugro@yahoo.com.
No fee to attend.
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R.A.H.N
(recovery and hope network):
http://RecoveryAndHope.org
Programs for people with mental health disabilities. Weekly
activities scheduled. Please check their community calendar.
Location: 1009 New Hampshire, 856-1222. Primarily free…but
occasional $$ may apply.
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Kansas
City Wheelchair Road
& Track: www.kcwheelchair.org
They offer various
programs related to accessible sports, skiing, handcycling/bike
races, etc. During the summer several activities take place at
Clinton Lake, Perry Lake, and Longview Lake (KCMO). Primarily for
people with physical disabilities…but anyone can volunteer or
attend events. Free w/ occasional $$.
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The
Lawrence Arts Center: www.lawrenceartscenter.com
or call 843-2787. They offer a variety of fun classes and
community events/programs. $$ often apply.
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Lawrence
Parks & Recreational
Center
: www.lprd.org
The weather is
hot…why not go swimming? Or take a fun class in ballroom
dancing? The Lawrence Parks & Recreational department offers a
wide range of fun things to do. Some $$ apply.
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The
Lawrence Public Library: www.lawrence.lib.ks.us
or call 843-3833. Check them out for a variety of activities
for all age groups. Primarily free.
Bunco
Fever Game Night:
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May
No games
scheduled at this time
bUnCo FeVeR
(Catch the FEVER!)
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- Questions? Call Ranita
at 841-0333
Cooking
Club News:
 Cooking Club’s Mexican Fiesta Party!
Come
celebrate the delicious flavors of Mexico at Cooking Club’s Mexican
Fiesta celebration on Monday, May 19 from 4:30 pm- 6:30 pm. We will make
tacos with fresh salsa, black beans and flan for desert. In addition,
we will break open our FUN piñatas made by the Arts/Crafts group. Feel
free to bring non alcoholic drinks or ice cream to share.
Please RSVP with Ranita by Friday, May 16 at 841-0333, ext. 219. You may
leave your RSVP on the voice mail.
Recipe
Archives
MAGNET
News: (the
Music Appreciation Group – Not Especially Talented)
No
events scheduled at this time.
No events scheduled at this
time.
Quilting,
Arts & Crafts Group News:
No events scheduled at this
time.
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MARTIAL
ARTS
&
ACCESSIBLE SELF DEFENSE CLASS
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FOR
PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Independence,
Inc. |
The Accessible Self Defense Group
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No events scheduled at this
time.
The
Accessible Self Defense Training Program is currently unavailable due to
the departure of our instructor.
We are currently searching for a new instructor to teach this valuable
program for people with disabilities.
We appreciate your patience as we make adjustments with this program.
Our best wishes to Steve Carrier who taught the Accessible Self Defense
program for three years. We are grateful for all your work.
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QUESTIONS? Contact Ranita at 841-0333, ext. 219
The Accessible
Gardening Group (click
here to see pictures)
Bring
your sun hats and overalls! We’re going to tend to our little garden. Don’t
miss out on all the fun of getting dirt under yore fingernails! When?
Thursday, May 29 from 2 pm- 3 pm on the Independence, Inc. back patio. RSVP
with Ranita at 841-0333, ext. 219 by Friday, May 23rd.
Questions?
Call Ranita at 785-841-0333 or
rwilks@independenceinc.org
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Accessible
Gardening Group
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The
Writer's Corner
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Independence,
Inc.’s
newest consumer support group
The
Writer’s Corner
Tuesdays:
May 6 and 27th
4:30 pm- 5:30 pm
in the training kitchen at Independence, Inc., 2001 Haskell Ave.
The Writer’s
Corner, for people who love creative writing. Please feel free to bring
a treat to share. Questions?
Contact Ranita at
841-0333, ext. 219. Check out some original works by the Writer’s Corner
on the www.independenceinc.org consumer section.
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“The poet doesn't
invent. He listens.”
Jean Cocteau
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G.R.O.O.V.E.
Getting
Ready
for
Outstanding
Outcomes from
Vibrant
Exercise!
G.R.O.O.V.E! is a new consumer support group from
Independence, Inc.
G.R.O.O.V.E! provides accessible recreational
activities with a focus on improving active lifestyles for better overall
health.
G.R.O.O.V.E! presents regular presentations on
topics related to healthy diet, yoga, body image, etc.
May
G.R.O.O.V.E!
offers two umbrella groups:
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The
GROOVERS bowling team
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The
GRASSHOPPERS tennis team
(annual enrollment fee of $5)
Upcoming
Events:
GRASSHOPPERS
tennis team, Lawrence High School tennis court area, May 15th and
22nd from 5:30 pm- 6:30 pm. RSVP with Ranita for both dates by Wednesday,
May 14 at 841-0333, ext. 219. You can leave your RSVP on the voice mail.
For
more information about
G.R.O.O.V.E!
contact Ranita at 841-0333, ext. 219. For updates on
G.R.O.O.V.E!
activities checkout the Independence, Inc. website: www.independenceinc.org
New Groups
- Friends
4 Life
Youth Group Goes Bowling
Friends
4 Life, a youth advocacy group for high school teens. There are no membership
fees. Interested? Call Ranita at 841-0333.
- Accessible
Tennis For People With Disabilities
We
are interested in starting an “Accessible Tennis Group” for people with
disabilities in Lawrence. Tennis rackets and tennis wheelchairs will
be provided. Please contact Ranita at 841-0333 if you would like to
participate.
Rights
and Responsibilities:
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INDEPENDENCE,
INC.
Statement of Consumer Rights and Responsibilities
You have the
right to:
- choose your own goals and timetables for their
completion.
- change your mind about types and duration of
services.
- be treated with dignity and respect.
- privacy and confidentiality.
- live as you choose in your own home without
judgment or interference.
- make your own decisions and choose from
available options.
- bring an advocate(s) to all meetings.
- copies of all Independent Living Plans and
support materials.
- initiate a grievance procedure regarding staff
or services at Independence, Inc.
You are responsible for:
- meeting scheduled appointments and class times.
- notifying staff when you need to reschedule an
appointment.
- treating others at the center the same way you
expect to be treated.
- the content of your Independent Living Plan.
- the timely completion of objectives and goals.
Consumer
Grievance Procedure
In accordance with the Independence, Inc. Statement of Consumer Rights
and Responsibilities, Consumers have the right to "initiate a
grievance procedure regarding staff or services at Independence,
Inc." In order to solve problems as efficiently as possible, please
follow the steps listed below:
- Attempt to resolve the grievance with the
employee.
- If the grievance is not resolved with the
employee, go to the immediate supervisor.
- If it is not resolved with the supervisor,
complete a grievance form and file it with the Executive Director.
- If the above listed actions have been taken and
there is still no resolution to the problem, you may then request
that the file regarding the grievance be forwarded to the board of
directors.
Note: The Client Assistance Program (CAP) at
1-800-432-2326 is always available for advocacy during a grievance
procedure.
Bill of Rights and Declaration
of Independence
(for People with Disabilities)
Preamble:
We believe that all people should enjoy certain rights. Because people
with disabilities have consistently been denied the right to fully
participated in society as free and equal members, it is important to
state and affirm these rights. All people should be able to enjoy these
rights, regardless of race, creed, color, sex, religion, or disability.
- The rights to live independent, active, and
full lives.
- The right to the equipment, assistance, and
support services necessary for full productivity, provided in
a way that promotes dignity and independence.
- The right to an adequate income or wage,
substantial enough to provide food, clothing, shelter, and
other necessities of life.
- The right to accessible, integrated, convenient
and affordable housing.
- The right to quality physical and mental health
care.
- The right to training and employment without
prejudice or stereotype.
- The right to accessible transportation and
freedom of movement.
- The right to bear or adopt and raise children
and have a family.
- The right to a free and appropriated public
education.
- The right to participate in and benefit from
entertainment and recreation.
- The right of equal access to and use of all
businesses, facilities, and activities in the community.
- The right to communicate freely with all fellow
citizens and those who provide services.
- The right to a barrier free environment.
- The right to legal representation and full
protection of all legal rights.
- The right to determine one's own future and
make one's own life choices.
- The right of full access to all voting
processes.
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