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The King Adult Day Enrichment Program (KADEP) - Come thrive with us!

KADEP is a life-affirming day program for people with multiple sclerosis (MS), brain injury, and other acquired neurological conditions. Our mission is to promote the functioning, wellness, independence and life enjoyment of younger adults, ages 18 and up, with neurological challenges.


For information about KADEP or to schedule a tour, please call 303-433-6887 or email KADEPinfo@mscenter.org

Thursday, January 28, 2010

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

Tuesday, January 26, 2010

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!

Monday, January 25, 2010

















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!

Thursday, January 21, 2010

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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Wednesday, January 20, 2010

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

Tuesday, January 19, 2010

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












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

Monday, January 18, 2010

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!



Friday, January 15, 2010

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:)

Monday, January 11, 2010

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!

Friday, January 8, 2010

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!

Wednesday, January 6, 2010

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!

Monday, January 4, 2010

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