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Mannigham YMCA – LAP ( Leisure Access Program )

Mannigham YMCA – LAP ( Leisure Access Program ). What is LAP??.

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Mannigham YMCA – LAP ( Leisure Access Program )

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  1. Mannigham YMCA – LAP (Leisure Access Program)

  2. What is LAP?? • The Leisure Access Program (LAP) is a recreational and social program developed for teenagers and young adults in the Manningham area living with disabilities. Placed in to groups (determined by function levels and program suitability), a variety of programs* are offered, which are suitable to each particular groups needs and interests whilst also providing respite for parents and carers • Three Groups • Red : High needs • Green : 14-25 y/o’s • RAP : Over 25’s high functioning

  3. RED GROUP!! Red Groupis a recreational and social program for young people aged 15+ years living with a disability. The program aims to develop social skills with peers through social and recreational opportunities in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

  4. Green Group • Green Groupis a recreational program for teenagers and young adults aged 14-25 years with mild intellectual disabilities. This program aims to provided social opportunities and develop skills amongst peers in a comfortable and relaxed environment.

  5. RAP Group • RAP Groupis a recreational and social program for adults over 25 years with mild intellectual disabilities. This program aims to develop social skills with peers in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.

  6. What is SHLAP?? • School Holiday programs (SHLAP) offers an opportunity for all LAP members to get to know each other and socialize with their friends. • All groups are fully supervised and supported by qualified and enthusiastic staff during each activity. • SHLAP is a School holiday offered to all groups

  7. SHLAP ACTIVITIES (Summer Focused) • Melbourne Jail • Theater Productions • Sky High Dandegnong’s Maze/BBQ • Ripponlea Estate, Gardens tour • Werribee Mansion • Warbaton Education Centre • Studley Park Boat House • Puffing Billy • Fire Museum – Fridays on Holidays!!!!

  8. Other Ideas • Arts and Craft days (very easy to organize!!) • Cooking Days • Movie/Singstar days (If facilities available) • Go Carting • Treasure Hunts • Comedy Club/Festivals • Imax

  9. Free Activities • Melbourne Museum • Immigration Museum • Science Works • Police Museum • Royal Botantical Gardens • St Kilda walking trails • Ask for Sponsorship for tickets to shows e.g Circus Oz ect… • Or places who accept companion cards ( most should)

  10. SHLAP – Favourites • Bowling – Disability Discounts • Movies – Carer’s Free • Lunches e.g Smorgies, Santes (Crown), resturants • MSAC – Melbourne Sports and Aquatics centre • Swimming • Comedy Club • *****Bowling/Movies and any thing to do with ABBA almost always guaranteed to book out!!! *******

  11. Who is Eligible • People with a disability above the age of 14 years old • Due to transportation it is a limiting program for people with physical disabilities • Participants are made up of people out side the manningham sector • People attending the program live both in CRU’s and at home!

  12. Referral Process • After enquiring about the service by : • Internet : www.mys.ymca.org.au • Email: susan.burns@ymca.org.au • Phone: 9848 5400 • Talk to Susan Burns to: • Fill out a medical form • Booking sheet! • Turn up to programs!!!

  13. QUESTIONS!!!!

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