Spring Camping Trip sign up!

It's time to Sign up for the Spring Camping Trip- These are some pictures from last years trip.

We will be going to Golden Bell Camp Center (45 minutes west of Colorado Springs). We will be staying in a lodge and hot meals will be provided. Because it may still be cold and snowy, our activities will be based on the weather. At the very least, we will enjoy Golden Bell’s indoor swimming pool, indoor gym and game room. We may also be visiting the Garden of the Gods and the United States Olympic Training Center. The camping trip is scheduled for March 31st through April 2nd. The price of the trip is $110. If you are interested please sign up by where Dot’s desk used to be (ie. near KADEP’s front entrance. If you have any questions feel free to ask Chris Dunbar. Please sign up by Feb. 15th

Sign up today!

Happy Birthday, Daima!

Happy Birthday, Daima!  Daima shared her birthday cake with KADEP last Friday. 

Daima is also having a surgery next week- We wish you a safe healing and speedy recovery.

Poetry by Monica

I ponder the pineapple
Never seen where they grow
I think its high above my head
OUCH what if it falls and hits my head
would the spikes drill into my skull,
I'd become even more dull
so I just decided I don't care to go
where the pineapple grow

Written by Monica in the Tuesday Poetry Class

Free H1N1 Vaccination available at KADEP now!

The H1N1 vaccination is available to KADEP participants and their familes.

• Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent vaccine is an inactivated influenza virus vaccine indicated for active immunization of persons 4 years of age and older against influenza disease caused by pandemic (H1N1) 2009 virus.
• Immunosuppressive therapies may reduce immune response vaccine.
• Call the KADEP nurse, Theresa, if you are interested in this free vaccine and for more information.  (303) 433-6887

The H1N1 vaccine is available at KADEP free of charge until February 28, 2010.

The vaccine is available to KADEP participants and their families and must have a doctor's order prior to vaccination.

Contact Theresa at 303-433-6887 if you are interested.

Thank you- remember it is only available until the end of February!

Valentine's gifts- $2.00

Don't forget your friends at KADEP this Valentine's Day!

What:  Valentine's Grab Bag- Valentine's gift bags filled with candy and fun gifts- $2.00 per grab

When: On sale now through February 9th from 10:00-10:25 and 1:00-1:25

Where: "Dot's Desk" in the Great Room

How:  See Donna at Dot's Desk during scheduled sale times to place your order

Delivery will be at KADEP on February 12th.

Questions:  See Donna  :)

Folk Music Guests visit KADEP

Thank you to Folk Musical Guests: Sylvia Angell, Rande Smith, & George Martschenko!

They played a concert for KADEP as part of the Exploring American Folk Music Group that takes place each Wednesday at 1:30 and is taught by Sylvia Angell.


Thank you for sharing your musical talents with us!

Check out a few videos from the day on YouTube!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYk7MO5rKGA

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l08EzmivksE

Thank you Dolores!

Thank you to KADEP participant Dolores!  Dolores has many talents, one being needlework and cross-stitch.  She made this beautiful apron for the KADEP staff to wear while working in the kitchen and in craft groups.

Dolores also has hand made extended napkins, water bottle holders and catheter bag holders for many participants at KADEP-  Thank you Dolores!  Your talents are amazing!

KADEP staff member, Lucy, shows off her birthday present!  Lucy has worked in the kitchen at KADEP for almost 8 years!  She works very hard and takes pride in keeping our kitchen clean for breakfast, lunch, snack and cooking groups.  The participants love her and she serves up great food and drinks.  Thank you Lucy for your devotion to KADEP over the years!

RTD Outing 1-27-10

RTD Outing

When? Wednesday 1-27-10- Be here by 9:30 AM
Who?  Shin's KADEP Lifting Group
Where? Wheat Ridge Center
Why?  Get some exercise in a community recreation center.  Shin will teach you how to use the machinery, so you may go on your own!

Poetry by Christine

Poetry written by Christine in the Poetry group that takes place each Tuesday Morning

I am Linus, I am a basset hound

I was lost but now I am found

My favorite thing in life was eating flies

One day I was smelling the holly hocks

And I ate a fly, at least I thought it was safely

A sharp pain went through my tongue

Fiercly I drug my tongue along the grass

It was a bumblebee, not a fly

I stopped eating flies by and by

Because I don't want to get stung and die

By: Christine P.

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2010 Colorado Garden Show Grant

KADEP has been selected for a 2010 Colorado Garden Show Grant!

They are currently in their busiest time producing the upcoming Colorado Garden & Home Show, February 13-21 at the Colorado Convention Center.

The income from the February show provides the funds for scholarships and grants that KADEP recieves. Below is a hotlink to a $2 off coupon for you to attend the show. They have also worked with the Denver Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau this year to create hotel packages for both weekends of the show that provide free tickets with your room if you have any members/volunteers/partners that want to come to Denver for the weekend.

Link to the coupon:
http://www.gardeningcolorado.com/garden/online-coupon

Link to the hotel deals:
http://www.denver.org/hotels/valentine-hotel-deals

Follow the MS Center on Twitter!

Follow the Rocky Mountain MS Center on Twitter

Click on the link below for the latest articles, breaking news on MS, and other exciting information!

http://twitter.com/mscenter

A Conversation on MS with Dr. Tim Vollmer

Wednesday, January 20th


6:00-7:30pm


Smoky Hill Library
5430 S. Biscay Circle
Centennial, CO 80015

Please join us for a conversation on MS with Dr. Timothy Vollmer. Dr. Vollmer, the Rocky Mountain MS Center Medical Director, is widely recognized as one of the world's leading experts in MS.

These conversations on MS are held monthly in various locations throughout the region. Please see our calendar for more dates and locations.

**This event is free, but registration is required.**

Register below or RSVP with Amber at alinstrom@mscenter.org or 303-788-4030 x100

Please visit www.mscenter.org for more information

Musical guests to visit KADEP 1-27-10

Next Wednesday 1-27-10, afternoon groups have been cancelled due to an exciting music performance by Rande Smith & George Martschenko.

These special musical guests are performing for the Exploring American Folk Music class, but all KADEP participants are invited to attend!

Rande and George, thank you in advance for sharing your musical talents with KADEP!

Michelle needs your empty bottles

We are in need of empty liquid coffee creamer bottles for a craft project.
Please bring in your empty containers to Michelle-Thank you:)

Pictures from the Stock Show!

KADEP went for a visit to the National Western Stock Show on Monday- 50 people were able to attend!  It is always a great time year after year, and one of the favorite outings among the KADEP participants!

Thank you Regis H.S. Volunteers!

KADEP would like to thank the Regis High School Senior girls from volunteering their time with us!

The six of you were awesome, fun, and very helpful!  Thank your choosing to do your 2 week service learning with us!

Good luck in college:)

RTD Outing to the Stock Show!

RTD OUTING

Where?  National Western Stock Show at the National Western Complex

Who?  All KADEP participants

When?  Thursday January 14, 2010  * All participants must be at KADEP by 9:30 AM to be eligible to attend

Why?  Each year the National Western Stock Show generously donates tickets to KADEP.  Come join us for a fun special day!

If you have questions, please speak with Jessi jwilliams@mscenter.org

Grab your boots and your hats and get ready for a fun time at the stock show!

Did you see KADEP in the Denver Post?

KADEP was featured in a Seasons to Share story in Sunday's Denver Post!

Jackie Carroll was interviewed in the article (see picture)

Click on the link below to view the full story!

http://bit.ly/7Grm4h

Thank you to the Denver Post for supporting not only KADEP but many other non profits in our community!

Food processor donation

KADEP cooking groups are in need of a food processor.
If you are interested in donating a food processor, please contact Donna dlozanao@mscenter.org

Thank you!

MS Young Professionals Network Presents...

This is an event you do not want to miss!  The MSYPN presents the 5th Annual Drag Queen Bingo on 1-14-10!

Visit http://www.msypn.org/ for more information

Welcome new TR intern, Leah!

A little about KADEP Intern, Leah Reynolds:

I grew up in Southern Illinois in the heart of the Shawnee National Forest. I am currently pursuing my bachelors degree in Outdoor and Therapeutic Recreation from Southern Illinois University. I have volunteered with such programs as DASH(adaptive horseback riding), Special Olympics, and youth swimming programs. For the past two years I have been working with Touch of Nature Environmental Center facilitating programs such as rock climbing, high ropes, and canoeing. I am excited to be in Colorado making new friends and expanding my horizons with KADEP!

Leah is our lone Therapeutic Recreation intern this semester.  She will be completing a 15 week internship with us and is leading some fun exciting groups!  Welcome, Leah, we are happy to have you join our KADEP family!

Welcome Regis High School Students!

Welcome to the Regis High School Girls!

We have 6 wonderful senior girls from Regis HS volunteering for two whole weeks!  Their time spent volunteering at KADEP is part of their service learning through the school.  Welcome, we are so happy to have you!  Make sure to say hi and introduce yourself to the girls now til Jan 16th!

Happy New Year

Specials Week

These pictures were taken during Specials Week. Specials Week is the week between semesters where we offer a variety of different groups each day, outside of the normal schedule. 

The new semester starts Monday January 4, 2010.  We are looking forward to another fun and fabulous semester.  Thank you to Ginny and all the programming staff for putting together a wonderful variety of therapeutic groups!

We are CLOSED New Years Day- Friday 1-1-10

Ho Ho Ho !

Happy Holidays! From Santa, Kendra, and the rest of your friends at KADEP

*We are CLOSED 12-24-09 and 12-25-09*

-Wishing you a joyous holiday weekend!

2009 DVD for sale- $5.00

2009 Year in Review DVD's are for sale!

Jessi (pictured in the purple sweater) put together a fantastic collection of pictures from 2009.  The DVD is about 25 minutes long and was shown on the day of the Holiday Party. Please contact Jessi if you would like to purchase one:  jwilliams@mscenter.org or 303-433-6887!

2009 KADEP Holiday Party!

The annual KADEP Holiday Party was yesterday and WOW was it a fun time!

We started off with Holiday themed groups: Cooking, Painting, Fitness, Holiday Trivia, and Christmas Movie.  We ate lunch, then the Party started!  Families and friends started to arrive around 1 PM.  We had plenty of treats, meats, and drinks to enjoy.  The band, Dressed in Black, rocked the house this year!  The music was fantastic and a great time was had by all!

We have many people to thank for allowing friends and family of KADEP to party with love and joy:

United Seating & Mobility
Shield Healthcare
MS Center Guild Ladies
Dressed in Black
LCM Foundation
Larry Smith
Dunn Family
Sheri Locket
Volunteers
and to all the individuals who contributed to the KADEP Giving Tree, so that each KADEP participant received a special gift this time of year

THANK YOU!!

There are SO many good pictures from this party that it was hard to choose which ones to put on the main blog page.  Please visit http://www.kodakgallery.com/gallery/creativeapps/slideShow/Main.jsp?token=862207394114:129882622&cm_mmc=site_email-_-new_site_share-_-core-_-View_photos_button

There are over 100 great pictures in this gallery-Enjoy!

Check out a video from the Party: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jh3h-dQ370


Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

MS Center Guild comes to KADEP for caroling!

Thank you to the Rocky Mountain MS Center Guild members, staff and volunteers for sharing their Holiday Spirit with KADEP! 

The ever so talented Karen Wenzel played piano as the rest of us belted out the Christmas carols.

Thank you so much for coming and a special thank you to all the bakers of the yummy cookies!

Click on this Youtube link to see a video of KADEP singing the "Twelve Days of Christmas" :

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jqE4JNxnaQs