Mannigham YMCA – LAP

(Leisure Access Program)

What is LAP??• The Leisure Access Program (LAP) is a recreational and

social program developed for teenagers and young adults in the Manningham area living with disabilities. Placed in to groups (determined by function levels and program suitability), a variety of programs* are offered, which are suitable to each particular groups needs and interests whilst also providing respite for parents and carers

• Three Groups • Red : High needs • Green : 14-25 y/o’s• RAP : Over 25’s high functioning

RED GROUP!!Red Group is a recreational and social program for

young people aged 15+ years living with a disability. The program aims to develop social skills with peers through social and recreational opportunities in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Green Group • Green Group is a recreational program for teenagers

and young adults aged 14-25 years with mild intellectual disabilities. This program aims to provided social opportunities and develop skills amongst peers in a comfortable and relaxed environment.

RAP Group • RAP Group is a recreational and social program for

adults over 25 years with mild intellectual disabilities. This program aims to develop social skills with peers in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.

What is SHLAP??• School Holiday programs (SHLAP) offers an

opportunity for all LAP members to get to know each other and socialize with their friends.

• All groups are fully supervised and supported by qualified and enthusiastic staff during each activity.

• SHLAP is a School holiday offered to all groups

SHLAP ACTIVITIES (Summer Focused)• Melbourne Jail• Theater Productions• Sky High Dandegnong’s Maze/BBQ• Ripponlea Estate, Gardens tour • Werribee Mansion• Warbaton Education Centre • Studley Park Boat House • Puffing Billy • Fire Museum – Fridays on Holidays!!!!

Other Ideas• Arts and Craft days (very easy to organize!!)• Cooking Days • Movie/Singstar days (If facilities available) • Go Carting • Treasure Hunts • Comedy Club/Festivals • Imax

Free Activities • Melbourne Museum • Immigration Museum • Science Works • Police Museum • Royal Botantical Gardens• St Kilda walking trails • Ask for Sponsorship for tickets to shows e.g Circus Oz

ect…• Or places who accept companion cards ( most should)

SHLAP – Favourites • Bowling – Disability Discounts • Movies – Carer’s Free• Lunches e.g Smorgies, Santes (Crown), resturants • MSAC – Melbourne Sports and Aquatics centre • Swimming • Comedy Club • *****Bowling/Movies and any thing to do with ABBA almost always

guaranteed to book out!!! *******

Who is Eligible • People with a disability above the age of 14 years old• Due to transportation it is a limiting program for people

with physical disabilities • Participants are made up of people out side the

manningham sector• People attending the program live both in CRU’s and

at home!

Referral Process• After enquiring about the service by : - Internet : www.mys.ymca.org.au - Email: susan.burns@ymca.org.au- Phone: 9848 5400 • Talk to Susan Burns to: - Fill out a medical form - Booking sheet! - Turn up to programs!!!

QUESTIONS!!!!