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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

Tuesday, October 25, 2011

KADEP Reminders













The deadline for the KADEP surveys is approaching. Each KADEP participant and their caregiver should have received a satisfaction survey via mail.  If you could please fill them out and return them to KADEP, we would greatly appreciate it.  Your feedback is important to us!

Also, winter weather is here!  In the event of a winter storm, please check this blog or call our main # 303-433-6887 to hear if we are having a snow day.  You can also check 9news for a list of closures. 

Thank you- we look forward to seeing you for our Halloween Bash!

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

KADEP Halloween Party















KADEP HALLOWEEN PARTY

Who:  ALL KADEP Participants

When: Monday, October 31, 2011

Where:  KADEP The Haunted CarnEVIL!
Activity Schedule:

10:30 - Haunted House/Halloween Gym Activities
12:00 -  Lunch
1:30- Costume Contest & Scary Movie

Wear your best costume!

Community Halloween Event at KADEP



We have some exciting events coming up for Halloween!

We will have a community event:


 Come One, Come All To The…

“THE HAUNTED CARNEVIL”

A Night Of Terror Under The Big Top

Friday, October 28, 2011

5:00-7:00 PM

 
Admission: $2.00

Rocky Mountain MS Center/KADEP

8845 Wagner Street Westminster, CO 80031

 
Enjoy a Night of Games, Food, Candy and Haunted House Fun.

The Haunted House is suggested for children ages 8 and older.

This event will be similar to the one last year.  It is open to the neighborhood and community.  There will be food, candy, costumes, games, a bouncy castle and much more fun!

Please come with your costumes on and bring your friends.  We look forward to seeing you!





Thursday, October 13, 2011

RTD Outing





















RTD Outing

Where: Target
Who: Centerwide outing
When: Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Remember to be here by 9:30 am to be eligible to attend.  Wheelchair tie down spots are first come first serve basis.   Please talk to Amanda if you have questions 303-433-6887


Wednesday, October 12, 2011

KADEP's Flag Raising Ceremony






KADEP recently acquired two new flags- The Flag of the United States of America and the Colorado State Flag.

These flags were flown over the United States Capitol at the request of Senator Mark Udall for the Rocky Mountain MS Center Community.

A special thanks to Senator Udall, KADEP volunteer and group leader, Dean, and the "Colorado Then & Now" group.

Tuesday, October 11, 2011

Angelyne featured in Denver Post

See link below for article about Angelyne, who came to visit KADEP last month.


Deaf cattle dog teaches Colorado kids about patience

Read more: Deaf cattle dog teaches Colorado kids about patience - The Denver Post

 http://www.denverpost.com/search/ci_19073413#ixzz1aVIL4dSF

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KADEP appreciates Lucy


















This week is Kitchen Worker Week! 

KADEP appreciates kitchen aide, LucyLucy works in the kitchen and has worked at KADEP for over 10 years.

Thank you to Lucy for all your hard work- We appreciate you!

Wednesday, October 5, 2011

KADEP's adaptive ski trip in Breckenridge- sign up now!


BOEC SKI TRIP – 11/28/-11/30




Attention KADEP Clients. It is that time again to sign up for the winter camping trip. Once again we will be going skiing with the BOEC. The camping trip is scheduled for Nov. 28th, 29th and 30th.The price of the trip is $135. If you are interested please sign up as soon as possible at the front by Sharon’s desk. If you have any questions feel free to ask Chris Dunbar (x131). Thanks!

Four-legged Medicine Helps Children Be Children Again

Check out the link below to see KADEP staffperson, Chris Dunbar, his wife and dog in a 9News story. It’s about YAPS, or Youth and Pet Survivors, a program that pairs children battling cancer with dogs and cats facing the same challenge. They communicate as pen-pals and share life experiences.

9News Link:

http://www.9news.com/rss/story.aspx?storyid=222308

We are proud of you, Chris, Stephanie, Bruiser and Delaney!  Enjoy the video