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Fall Session Program Guide

Recreation Programs September 5 - December 23, 2017

Registration open now!

Register Online at www.thebridgectr.org Registration will close 5 days before the start of a class.

For questions regarding registration, please contact Laurie

Kalivas at [email protected] or (508) 697-7557

ext. 17

470 Pine Street Bridgewater, MA 02324 | www.TheBridgeCtr.org | 508-697-7557

Hours of Operation Administration Office Hours

Monday—Friday 8:30AM - 5:00PM

Riding Center Office Hours

Monday - Saturday 8:30AM - 5:00PM

PHONE NUMBERS

Main Phone Line 508-697-7557

Fax Line 508-697-1529

REFUNDS AND WITHDRAWALS Refund requests must always be in written form and dated at least 5 business days prior to the start of the program. Re-

fund requests made at least 5 days in advance of the program will be assessed a $5 withdrawal fee.

All camps, including vacation week and summer camps, will be assessed a $25 withdrawal fee if the request is made

within 5 business days of the start of the program. After that time refunds will only be processed with medical documen-

tation.

FINANCIAL AID

Financial aid is available for all participants for most programs based on financial need. After

registering for a program in CampMinder, click on “Forms and Documents” and print the

Scholarship application. Complete the form and provide to Karen Ellis, our Financial Coordi-

nator, with all supporting documentation.

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The Bridge Center Book Club!

Join us and engage in a multi-level book club. Participants will read one book per month, and meet to

discuss book details, make plot predictions, and complete reading based activities, facilitated in a

group setting. This club will be inclusive to all; publisher version and adapted version will be provided.

November: Charlotte’s W eb , by E.B. White

December: Holes, by Louis Sachar

DAY: Wednesdays TIME: 4:00PM-5:00PM

SESSION : November 1st-December 20th COST: $30.00

WHERE: TBC Facilitated by Abby Ross, TBC Staff

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MUSIC THERAPY FOR ADULTS!

We all seek meaningful relationships and opportunities for growth and progress in our lives. Adults

with developmental disabilities or mental health concerns also desire and deserve a chance to express

themselves and be heard and understood. Through therapeutic music making, adults with unique

needs can explore musically in a safe and therapeutic environment. In group music therapy for adults,

the music and the music therapist create a safe space for exploring one’s potential, strengths and

needs. Through structured music making, improvisation, songwriting, or lyric analysis, a musical

journey begins that can lead to increased self-confidence, improved leisure skills and satisfying rela-

tionships with others.

DAY: Monday AGE: 22+ WHERE: The Bridge Center

SESSION : 6 Weeks, Bi-Weekly COST: $180 TIME: 1:00PM-1:45PM

DATES: 9/11, 9/25, 10/23, 11/6, 11/20, 12/4

Minimum of 6 participants needed

Music Therapist: Alison Albino, MT-BC of Roman Music Therapy Services

YOUNG ATHLETES

Special Olympics Young Athletes is a sport and play program for children with and without intellectual

disabilities, ages 2-7 years old. Young Athletes are introduced to basic sport skills, such as running,

kicking, and throwing. Young Athletes offers families, teachers, caregivers, and people from the com-

munity the chance to share the joy of sports with all children.

DAY: Thursday TIME: 4:15PM– 5:00PM

SESSION November 2– December 21st AGES: 2-7

WHERE: TBC Gym COST: $10/Session 1 | $8.75/Session 2

* No class on November 23rd






SHINE PROGRAM

During this soccer program, participants will engage in practices that break soccer into specific compo-

nents while working with teammates to learn new skills in a fun, non-competitive environment. The

coach will use specific tools and techniques including picture schedules, cheers, and repetition to rein-

force communication, aid in transition, and increase task completion.

DAY: Wednesdays TIME: 4:15PM-5:00PM

AGE: 5-8

SESSION: November 1– December 20, 2017 TIME: 5:15PM-6:00PM

AGE: 9-12

COST: $192/Session

WHERE: TBC Gym

Instructed by Super Soccer Stars Coaches

SOCCER SKILL DEVELOPMENT

All classes are non-competitive, using positive reinforcement to teach soccer skills in a fun, engaging,

educational environment. We create a specific curriculum tailored to each participants needs. Our

unique age-specific curriculum is designed by a combination of early childhood, behavioral, and soc-

cer specialists to ensure that each child is learning, improving their self-confidence, and having a blast

from the moment the whistle blows.

DAY: Tuesdays TIME: 4:15PM—5:00PM

SESSION: October 31 -December 19th AGE: 12-18

WHERE: TBC Fields COST: $192/Session

Instructed by Super Soccer Stars Coaches

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BRUNCH BUNCH!

Breakfast and friends are an excellent pairing! Twice a month, join us in cooking breakfast while so-

cializing and creating friendships! This program will have adults participate in the step by step process

of cooking breakfast for the group, then enjoy their breakfast while socializing with their peers. The

Brunch Bunch will focus on independent living skills involved in cooking such as measuring, follow-

ing a recipe, and how to safely navigate the kitchen, while building social skills with topics set for dis-

cussion per class.

DAY: Saturday TIME: 8:00AM-9:30AM

DATES: October 7th and 21st AGE: 22+

November 4th and 18th WHERE: TBC

December 2 and 16th COST: $84

COPING WITH COMPETITION!

This program is designed for children and teens with high functioning Autism, Asperger’s, PDD-NOS

and other related disorders. Participants in this program will receive instruction in practicing good

sportsmanship while participating in fun competitive group games and group discussions. Participants

will learn that the real winners in competition are those who behave respectfully towards others regard-

less if they win or lose.

DAY: Wednesdays TIME: 4-5pm

SESSION: November 2nd- December 21st COST: $36/session

WHERE: TBC AGE: 7-13

* No Class November 23rd*

BRIDGES TO INDEPENDENCE: Work, Friendship, Life

The Bridges to Independence (BTI) program is designed for teens and adults with Asperger’s Syndrome, High Func-

tioning Autism, and related developmental disabilities. Participants in this program will receive instruction and practice

in the skills needed for independent living such as cooking, cleaning, laundry, and money management. Additional em-

phasis will be placed on communication and social skills, including self-awareness, self-advocacy, and personal safety.

DAY: Saturday TIME: 11:00AM-3:00PM

SESSION: Saturday November 4th– December 23rd AGE: 15-30

* No Program on November 25th WHERE: TBC

COST: $490

YEAR ROUND REGISTRSTION AVAILABLE: Sept 9 - June 16, 2018

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TASTY THURSDAYS!

Each Thursday, join us in cooking dinner while socializing and creating friendships! This program

will have participants be active in the step by step process of cooking dinner, being able to enjoy the

meal together while socializing with their peers. This group will focus on independent living skills in-

volved in cooking such as measuring, following a recipe, and how to safely navigate the kitchen,

while building social skills and fostering friendships!

DAY: Thursday TIME: 5:00PM-7:00PM

SESSION: November 2nd-December 21st COST: Session 2: $87.50

WHERE: TBC AGE: 18+

*No Class on Thursday Nov. 23rd

TALES WITH TAILS!

Are you a reader or want to gain confidence in reading? Come on down to The Bridge Center and

spend time with our new friends! Our therapy dogs allow for a relaxed non-judgmental atmosphere,

where our participants can solely focus on their reading! Our furry friends enjoy stories of all kinds,

feel free to bring your own book or join in on the story of the week! Participants will have 20 minutes

of 1:1 time to read to the therapy dog with the support of their handlers! To register for your day and

time slot, visit our website!

DAY: Thursday TIME: 6:00pm-6:20pm

SESSION: November 2nd-December 21st 6:20pm-6:40pm

WHERE: TBC 6:40pm– 7:00pm

COST: Free!

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LEGO ROBOTICS 2.0!

Lego Robotics has introduced kids to basic robotics programming! Now Lego has rolled out a new

program with new kits and projects! Kids create bots with motors and sensors and then program

them using new iPad software and Bluetooth technology! Introduces kids to new robotic program-

ming. Participants in this class will engage in building and engineering challenges guaranteed to en-

gage both techies and Lego maniacs!

DAY: Saturday TIME: 2:15PM-3:15PM

SESSION 1: November 4th– December 16th COST: $165/Session


*No Class on Saturday Nov. 25th

*Minimum of 6 participants required.

Instructed by Wicked Cool for Kids

SENSORY SCIENCE CLUB

Have an interest in science? Looking to expose yourself to new sensory input? Join us every Tuesday

to hypothesize, create and test sensory-based science experiments! This group will focus on creating

predictions, following directions, communicating with peers, and having fun!

DAY: Tuesday TIME: 3:30-4:30pm

Session 2: October 31st– December 19th COST: $80/session


Instructed by TBC staff, Abby Ross

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HALLOWEEN SOCIAL!

Dress up in your best costume and come join us for some spooky Halloween fun! Guests will be

able to enjoy Halloween themed games, crafts, music, and take pictures with our photo-booth

props!

DATE: October 28, 2017

TIME: 5:00PM-8:00PM

COST: $5.00 entrance fee

Light refreshments will be served

Friday Movie Nights!

Please join us one Friday, each month for a movie night! Light refreshments, including popcorn

and drinks, will be served. All films are family friendly and accessible for all.

October 20th: Monster ’s University

November 10th: Trolls

December 15th: Elf

All Movies will start at 7:00PM

** Please register online for this event**

LOOKING FOR A SPACE TO HOST YOUR NEXT MEETING OR EVENT?

Consider The Bridge Center for your conference space and social event needs!

The Bridge Center sits on 20+ picturesque acres of green space including ponds, fields, picnic pavilions, a pool,

beautiful indoor space, a playground, track, and more!

For more information, please contact Laurie Kalivas at [email protected] or 508-697-7557 ext. 17


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Holiday Party!

Families are invited to a special photo session with Santa and Mrs. Claus in an environ-

ment that supports the needs of kids of all abilities. No lines, no crowds, no loud noises

but lots of fun! Families are welcome to come and enjoy a photo of Santa and Mrs. Claus,

coloring, activities and crafts, and a showing of The Polar Express. This will be a magical

afternoon for all to attend.

DATE: Sunday December 3rd, 2017

TIME: 1:00– 4:-00 PM

AGE: Any

COST: FREE!

WHERE: TBC– Lenny’s

**Registration required **

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The Bridgewater-Raynham SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council) has paired up with

The Bridge Center to provide educational seminars to administrators, teachers, parents and the broad-

er community on Special Education issues and services. The Bridge Center does offer child care ser-

vices while parents/families/caregivers attend these presentations.

We do ask that parents register for this event for child care.

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Scheduled Presentation:

Lecture will educate on easy to implement

preventative tools, strategies, and interven-

tions for reducing anxiety and increasing self-

regulation. Executive function and self –

monitoring will also be discussed

Thursday October 12 2017

6:00PM

The Bridge Center

#BTW - By The Well Support Groups

Does your child suffer from anxiety or depression? Are the stresses of school, sports, and social

relationships too much at times? Come join our weekly support groups for Teens & Pre-

Teens. Our groups aim at helping our children identify and manage anxiety and stress, help them

feel that they're not alone, and provide them with healthy strategies for overall mind-body-spirit

wellness . Groups will also feature special guests who specialize in meditation, yoga and other

therapeutic practices. Hosted by our anxiety specialist and group counselor, Sheri DeChelis,

M.ED., Sheri is a master's level mental health clinician and licensed school adjustment counse-

lor. This group has been graciously funded by The I Am Strong Foundation. A $10 donation to

The Well is appreciated. The groups will begin on Tuesday, Sept. 5th.

Pre-Teen Alliance Group - Grades 4-7 (ages 9-12), Tuesdays from 4-5pm

Teen Alliance Group - Grades 7-11 (ages 12 - 17), Tuesdays from 5-6pm

**To register for a support group or for more information about The Well’s other programs for

kids & adults, go to http://www.visitthewell.org/programs/ **

Wednesday November 8, 2017

6:00pm

The Bridge Center

Scheduled Presentation:

Lecture will discuss self-directed services., specif-

ically the Traditional Method, the Agency with

Choice model, and the Participant Directed model

http://www.visitthewell.org/programs/