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Recreation and Special Events
MONTHLY DANCES
We’re happy to announce our dances are back in full swing! You can find the updated list of dances, themes, locations, and dates below. Remember that they take place on Friday evenings at various locations throughout Burlington County and are open to men and women over 18 years of age with intellectual or other developmental disabilities and their families.
Dances run from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m., and there is a $5.00 admission fee that also includes refreshments or other goodies depending on the dance sponsors. There is no charge for parents or staff accompanying dancers.
Participants must be 18 years of age or over. Those who require ANY physical assistance or ANY supervision must be accompanied and supervised by a responsible adult. We do not have staff to accommodate attendees who require individual help. All others must have an up-to-date emergency medical information form on file with us (available at the entrance to the dances) or by clicking here to upload a copy. Be assured that we will use these forms ONLY to pass along to any medical personnel who might be called in an emergency and should not to be used to include special requirements or requests at the dances. Please return the updated and completed form to staff at the dance or mail to The Arc of Burlington County, c/o Recreation, 115 East Broad Street, Burlington, NJ 08016.
UPCOMING DANCES
Friday, September 29, 2023 – “Crazy Tee-Shirt/60s” – Hainesport fire Hall, 106 Broad Street, Hainesport, NJ
If you’re 18 years of age and over and want to be on our future recreation event list to see what’s coming up, then just send your name and email address (individual or group) to Donna Healey at donnah@arcofburlington.org and we’ll get the ball rolling. In the meantime, for additional information about the Recreation Program or for any questions, contact Donna Healey at (856) 439-6859 or email her at donnah@arcofburlington.org
NIGHTS OUT FOR DINNER
Our Nights Out for Dinner are a chance for individuals 18 and over with developmental disabilities and a high level of independence to get together without parents or guardians to socialize and enjoy the evening.
To attend, you must first contact Donna Healey to meet with her (if you haven’t already), then register with her at either donnah@arcofburlington.org or 856-439-6859 and pay your $10 registration fee by check a week in advance of the event. Checks should be made payable to The Arc of Burlington County and sent to 115 E. Broad Street, Burlington, NJ 08016.
Please put the name of the restaurant and the participant on the memo line. On the night of the dinner, bring either a check in the amount needed for that dinner or exact cash. Please make sure you have an emergency medical form on file for the dinners. Bring the form when you attend your first dinner. You may download one here.
If you’re 18 years of age and over and want to be on our future recreation event list to see what’s coming up, then just send your name and email address (individual or group) to Donna Healey at donnah@arcofburlington.org and we’ll get the ball rolling. In the meantime, for additional information about the Recreation Program or for any questions, contact Donna Healey at (856) 439-6859 or email her at donnah@arcofburlington.org
CLUB CONNECT IS BACK!
Club Connect, part of our Home and Community Supports Program, will meet at our 1015 Deacon Road location in Hainesport, NJ. Plan to enjoy games, crafts, music, and refreshments from 6-8 p.m. with old friends while you make some new ones!
We’ll celebrate the month’s birthdays, play some of your favorite games, learn some new ones, pick out the luckiest Bingo cards, enjoy a snack or learn to make one, and just have a great time each week. Admission at each session is $10.00 per person. Everyone is welcome and there’s no longer a need to RSVP prior to events. Just come out and we’ll be glad to see you!
Whether it’s learning new life skills or enjoying social activities, there is always an opportunity to have fun and make new friends through The Arc’s Recreation Program for adults with disabilities!
The Recreation Program offers a wide range of activities for adults 18 years of age and over with disabilities geared toward providing entertainment and socialization opportunities throughout Burlington County. Activities and events include monthly dances, day trips, picnics, plays and other shows, etc.
For additional information about the Recreation Program and to register your email for updates, contact Donna Healey at (856) 439-6859 or email her at donnah@arcofburlington.org
Do you need assistance with medical appointments, shopping, banking and accessing community resources? We can provide trained and caring staff to work with you or your loved one in your home or in the community.
Do you need a full-time day program that offers a variety of activities to develop communication and self-help skills, community awareness, socialization, employment basics, and transportation?
Special Events include our annual Walkathon/Family Fun Day and Golf Classics, both of which are fund raising events for The Arc. Our Recreation Program offers activities that includes monthly dances, dinner outings, day trips, picnics, and more.