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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

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Boxing Class Outing Next Wednesday!

Who: Laura’s Boxing Class
When: Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Where: Touch 'em Up Boxing Gym


If you are in the boxing class, be here by 9:30 to visit Davarryl Williamson’s (heavy weight contender) boxing gym.


Monday, January 28, 2013

Library Travels


The KADEP Library Travels group has been having fun going to the library on Monday mornings this semester!

The friendly staff of the Anythink library gave us a tour at the beginning of the semester and has been very attentive in helping us find books and resources.
We love the library!

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

KADEP visits the Stock Show






KADEP enjoyed a visit to the National Western Stock Show on Tuesday.  Thank you to the Stock Show organizers for providing KADEP participants with FREE tickets. 
Thanks to Beth for organizing the outing.  Yeehaw!


Thursday, January 17, 2013

KADEP Staff Appreciation Day
























Yesterday afternoon, the KADEP participants honored the staff with a Staff Appreciation Reception.

The participants marched in playing kazoos and and surprised the staff with a song and cake!  The participants thanked the KADEP staff as well as the Rocky Mountain MS Center Administration Team.  

Thank you to all the staff for their hard work, patience, and loving hearts. 

Special thanks to Sylvia Angell, who along with all the participants, treated the staff to a wonderful afternoon!




Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Specials Week








Check out a few pictures from Specials Week

Fort Building 
Kitchen Social
Drum Reveal

John's Drum Group made a giant drum out of pipes, creating different tones and volumes.  The drum is quite impressive, hand-built by the KADEP participants and available to play!

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Welcome Sara





I hail from the Massachusetts and I am completing my undergraduate studies in North Carolina. I am a rollerblading enthusiast and avid ice cream eater. I like to play soccer and flag football and be with friends and family. I am really excited to be here at KADEP and I look forward to exploring Colorado!

Welcome Andrew



I have come to Colorado from the cheesehead state of Wisconsin. In my spare time I enjoy fishing, cycling, Frisbee golfing, and of course spending time with my cat Ziggy. I am extremely excited to begin my journey here at KADEP.

Welcome Kelsey






 Kelsey is one of the interns this semester and she is from Syracuse, NY. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She loves playing with her dog and taking her on walks. Kelsey really enjoys spending time outdoors and being active. She has tried rock climbing, ice climbing, hiking, kayaking, canoeing and camping. Her favorite activity is hiking and is really excited to go hike all the beautiful mountains in Colorado.

Welcome Claire


I am from Chicago, but go to school at the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse. I am a city girl at heart, but have a love for the outdoors. I enjoy rollerblading, hiking, playing sports, and random adventures. I am also a bookworm, and like to listen to live music. I enjoy working with others and making people smile. I am excited to spend time exploring Colorado, and love the new scenery of the mountains! 

Welcome Olivia


My name is Olivia Staton and I have grown up in Arvada, Colorado my entire life.  I am a Recreation Major with a concentration in Therapeutic Recreation at Metropolitan State University of Denver; and I am also getting a Minor in Nutrition.  For the past 5 years I have worked for APEX Parks and Recreation District as a Senior Lifeguard, and have enjoyed spending so much time around the water.  In my free time I enjoy reading, climbing 14ers, swimming, running and traveling.  I have spent 3 summers in Belarus and have visited England, Poland and Germany.  I hope after graduation that I will have the opportunity to learn a new language and do more traveling, but I always want to end back in Colorado and ultimately plan on finding a career here.    

Welcome TR Interns!


KADEP welcomes 5 Therapeutic Recreation Interns completing a 16 week internship.  Stay tuned for individual bios...

Thursday, January 3, 2013

Denver Urban Gardens' Free Seeds and Transplants Program provides vegetable seeds and plants to low-income households, schools, community gardens, and human service organizations throughout Metro Denver.

To participate, pick up an application beginning on January 2nd, at any of 39 distribution centers throughout the metro area. Find your nearest distribution center. The deadline to apply is February 1st, and seed and plants are delivered to neighborhood distribution centers in March and May, respectively.

One application is allowed per household. Individuals applying on behalf of groups may be eligible for a greater numbers of seeds and transplants per application through our group distribution center.





 


If you'd like help with an application or to see if you qualify for free seeds, contact Donna, KADEP's horticulture expert.  dlozano@mscenter.org

KADEP just kicked off their third annual cupcake fundraiser!

This year, we are working with GiGi’s Cupcakes in Littleton, Colorado.  We are selling their famous cupcakes and cheesecakes.  Please contact KADEP to see the flavors and pricing.

Our goal is to sell $4000 worth of cupcakes!  All proceeds will benefit KADEP.
Help us reach our goal, and get a delicious treat just in time for Valentine’s Day.

 All money and orders are due by Feb 6th
Cupcake pick up is Feb 12th from 11:00 am- 5:00 pm at KADEP.

Please help us by selling cupcakes or order for yourself and your valentine. 
Contact Mylinda with questions about ordering:   (303) 433-6887 ext. 122 or mmeno@mscenter.org

Thank you for supporting KADEP in 2013!