Brain Injury Alliance of Colorado

Recreation Programs

2LIV4

Apply to win a scholarship for an adaptive skiing trip! The scholarship opportunity provides funding for a 5-day/6-night package to attend the Hartford Ski Spectacular from Dec 8-14th 2024 in Breckenridge.

https://www.2liv4.org/2024-ski-spec

Adaptive Adventures

Nonprofit that brings progressive outdoor adventures to individuals with physical disabilities and their families, regardless of location, equipment needs or economic status. Activities include skiing, snowboarding, cycling, white water rafting, kayaking, and more.

https://adaptiveadventures.org/

River Deep

Dedicated to helping Military Veterans and other individuals who have experienced physical emotional or psychological trauma- and those who assist them- to heal and re-engage in life through adventure, recreation, and a network of support. Provides Recreational Group Outings that facilitate healing through active engagement in life. Activities include fishing, archery, art classes, cooking, and more! Contact Bob Adwar, President bo@riverdeepfoundation.org

riverdeepfoundation.org

National Sports Center for the Disabled

World leader in creating and providing adaptive outdoor recreation experiences. One of the largest and most comprehensive providers of adaptive experiences, using the power of innovation, recreation and Colorado’s great outdoors to improve access, opportunities and possibilities for people living with disabilities. Adventures include biking, river rafting, therapeutic horseback riding, archery, adaptive ski school, and more!

NSCD.org

Denver Parks & Rec Adaptive Recreation Program

Offers therapeutic programs for people with disabilities of any age. Through numerous leisure activities, Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists and other DPR team members create opportunities to improve quality of life, remove barriers, foster independence and boost self-confidence. Activities include swim lessons, cycling, adaptive fishing, ceramics, cooking, community excursions for all ages, hiking, adaptive water skiing, actor’s workshop, water fitness and more!

DPR also provides a “transition to recreational activities in the community” program which is where a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist works with participants to develop personalized goals and an exercise plan that removes barriers to participation and provides a smooth transition to independent use of recreation centers.

Denvergov.org/adaptiverecreation

Apex Park and Recreation District

Provides opportunities for people with and without disabilities to experience recreation together. It provides support in the form of extra staff, sign language interpreters, support partners, adapting rules and policies, behavior management support, disability awareness training, and other services necessary to include people with disabilities in community recreation. Specialized Programs: These programs are open to everyone but designed to meet the unique needs of individuals with physical, mental, and/or emotional disabilities. They include sporting activities, adapted aquatics, arts and crafts, outings, and more.

https://apexprd.org/activities/therapeutic-recreation/

Contact Information

Mikayla Florian

Director of Client Programs
Phone: 720-379-1706
Email: Mikayla@BIAColorado.org