2016–2017 Fall, Winter, & Spring Programs

VIA WEST CAMPUS

2016?2017 Fall, Winter, & Spring Programs

NEW! Specialty Older Teens and Young Adults Weekend!

Sessions will reach max capacity -- Be sure to register early!

Proudly working with children, teens, and adults

? 13851 Stevens Canyon Road, Cupertino, CA 95014 Tours available for new families. Please contact Janelle Adams 408-243-7861 or jadams@

Employment and volunteer opportunities available. Please contact Irshad Fardan 408-243-7861 or ifardan@

Via West Staff

Irshad Fardan is the Associate Director of Operations and Staff for Via West, responsible for co-managing the sessions. He specializes in staffing, volunteers, and logistics.

AJ Duprey is the Associate Director of Programs and Grants for Via West, responsible for co-managing the sessions, preparing the wonderful curriculum, and coordinating grants.

Ashley Eddy is the Admissions Manager for Via West, responsible for interfacing with all parents and regional centers, obtaining the proper paperwork, and billing for all services.

Janelle Adams is the Community Relations Manager, responsible for bringing all new families to Via West as well as coordinating our special needs science camps.

Kathryn Gilbreth is the Client Services Manager for Via West and Altitude, responsible for providing extra quality assurance as well as establishing new relationships and continuing bonds with our families and caregivers.

Dave Gilbreth is the Executive Chef and Services Manager for Via West and Altitude, responsible for all of our direct food services as well as culinary programs.

Dear Families, Friends, and Supporters,

We are pleased to present the 2016?2017 Fall, Winter, and Spring Registration Catalog. We are proud to share with you that we have just finished our 20152016 season with our highest enrollments ever! We are honored to work alongside you to continue to grow our programs and provide the utmost quality in services.

Via West is ever-evolving and with that, so is our wonderful staff whose dedication and adaptability truly make them number one. We are pleased to announce our new Associate Director of Programs and Grants, AJ Duprey, as well as our new Client Services Manager, Kathryn Gilbreth. These two will help to further solidify our stellar Via West management team.

This season, we are offering an unprecedented 31 programs -- including our traditional overnight weekends, travel camps, Adventures in Leadership, Altitude, and sports clinics. By popular demand, we will debut our first-ever weekend for older teens and young adults ages 16-39, in January 2017. This new program will focus on establishing a network of friends, mastering life skills, and developing confidence in the adult world. We'll create lasting bonds of friendship and camaraderie as we cook meals in small groups, plan an exciting theme-based dance, and master gardening skills.

At Via West, we welcome everyone with open arms. We have a generous scholarship fund available for those who cannot afford our private pay or regional center (RC) supplemental daily rates. We are so fortunate to work with you, our families, and we hope that you continue to make Via your home away from home.

Thank you for continuing to spread the word about Via West. Without you, we would be the Bay Area's best-kept secret. See you all very soon!

Sincerely,

Leslie Davis, CEO

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FALL, WINTER, AND SPRING PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS

Fall, Winter, & Spring Programs

Traditional Day & Overnight Programs (Adults)

Traditional Day & Overnight Programs (Kids/Teens/Young Adults)

Traditional day and overnight programs are based on independent living skills and executive functioning, all while having so much fun. Activities will be themed to each weekend and will include cooking, hiking, music, sports, dramatic arts, creative arts, and more. Check-in is from 5:00?6:00pm on Friday and check-out is from 1:00?3:00pm on Sunday. Day program is available on Saturday only from 9:00am to 8:00pm.

Travel Camp (Adults)

Travel Camp (Kids/Teens/Young Adults)

Travel camps give participants the chance to spend time exploring their own local community and beyond by experiencing overnight trips in a safe, nurturing environment. Check-in is from 2:00?3:00pm on Friday and check?out is from 3:00?4:00pm on Sunday. These opportunities are tailored to fit the needs of 3:1 participants. Those with a 2:1 ratio may be evaluated on a case-by-case basis to determine eligibility; please contact Ashley Eddy aeddy@. There is no option for day program or for those requiring a 1:1 ratio.

Adventures in Leadership

Leadership programs are for adults with developmental and/or physical disabilities who are ready to master relevant knowledge, skills, and attitudes for working at Via West in preparation for community work settings. To enroll in Beginning Adventures in Leadership, participants must have completed at least two summer and/or weekend sessions within the past five years. To enroll in More Adventures in Leadership, participants must have completed at least one of the Beginning Adventures in Leadership programs. Leadership sessions run concurrently with select traditional overnight programs. Check-in is from 5:00?6:00pm on Friday and check-out is from 1:00?3:00pm on Sunday.

Altitude

Altitude is a program for middle school and high school-age participants who have socialcognitive challenges. Altitude provides a 3:1 camper-to-staff ratio. Altitude participants have conversational language skills, are not currently struggling with any significant behavioral challenges, and are typically in a mainstream classroom setting. Please contact Kirsten Jensen kjensen@ to apply. Check-in is at 5:00pm on Friday and check-out is at 3:00pm on Sunday.

Sports Clinic ? Golf

In collaboration with First Tee and due to a generous grant from the National Alliance for Accessible Golf, we'll be having a 6-week sports clinic specializing in golf. Participation and teamwork will be emphasized. The point of this offering is to build everyone's ability at a pace they are comfortable with and to the level that they are capable of. The most important factor will continue to be safety and learning, and of course, having fun! These programs are offered to all ages and ratios. Instructions and team building exercises will be integrated; however, the clinic itself will be separated by age groups. Lessons are offered either at 4:00pm or 6:00pm. We would like everyone to take advantage of this wonderful opportunity and if transportation is an issue, please contact Ashley Eddy at aeddy@ or 408-243-7861 to arrange.

Older Teens and Young Adult Weekend

By popular demand, we will debut our first-ever weekend for older teens and young adults ages 16-39, in January 2017. This new program will focus on establishing a network of friends, mastering life skills, and developing confidence in the adult world. We'll create lasting bonds of friendship and camaraderie as we cook meals in small groups, plan an exciting theme-based dance, and master gardening skills.



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Via West Adult Programs

All Ages 5+

FORE! VIA ACCESSIBLE GOLF CLINIC

September 6, 13, 20, 27, 2016 AND October 11, 18, 2016

In partnership with The First Tee of Silicon Valley, the golf clinic will provide six 1.5 hour lessons at Rancho del Pueblo Golf Course. Lessons will be provided by First Tee instructors, most of whom have their PGA instructor card, and they'll cover a general introduction to the game, golf swing, club variation, putting, driving, club usage/selection, rules of the game, and course play. Equipment, golf balls, range fees, and snacks are included. We can't forget the most important part of learning a new game ? having fun! Please select either the 4:00pm or the 6:00pm lesson time.

to take home, and yarn art gremlins. It's Halloween though, and no spooky holiday would be complete without a field trip to a local pumpkin patch followed by lunch and a hay ride. Costumes are requested for the Ghostly Gala held on Saturday evening. Field Trip: Pumpkin Patch

Adults ages 18+

STREETS OF SAN FRANCISCO

November 11?13, 2016 (FRI?SUN) Join with a group of friends to be a tourist in our own City by the Bay -- practice your GPS skills as we ride in style in our Via West vans before checking in at a downtown hotel. We'll explore the wonders of Golden Gate Park, visit Ripley's Believe It Or Not Odditorium, take photographs from Coit Tower, watch the windsurfers while we dip our toes into the

Adults ages 18+

VIA WEST'S WET AND WILD WATER WEEKEND BEGINNING ADVENTURES IN LEADERSHIP September 23?25, 2016 (FRI?SUN) We are holding the pool open for one more celebration, and you must be in on the fun! Let's go out in style -- this will be a party to remember -- we are mixing tropical smoothies, barbequing chicken and ribs, eating our own homemade strawberry shortcake (yes, we will share the recipe), and bringing in a professional DJ to close out the summer right. Other crafts will include making a beautiful silver fish portrait, learning all about water safety and drought conservation, and of course, enjoying a wild `dive in' movie on our outdoor movie screen.

Adults ages 18+

GHOSTBUSTERS, GOBLINS AND GREMLINS October 21? 23, 2016 (FRI?SUN) It's Halloween at Via West, and all creatures are welcome. Following the movie themes, we will be busy making our own glow-in-the-dark slime, "Stay-Puft" marshmallow treats

beach sand, and walk around Chinatown. And the food -- we'll munch on clam chowder and sourdough bread at Fisherman's Wharf, hit the food trucks in Golden Gate Park, and enjoy a savory dim sum brunch in Chinatown! Field Trip: San Francisco

Adults ages 18+

ALL AMERICAN THANKSGIVING

MORE ADVENTURES IN LEADERSHIP

November 11?13, 2016 (FRI?SUN) We have so much to be thankful for this year as we pick produce from the greenhouse and prepare a traditional feast with vegetables, turkey, stuffing, gravy, and pumpkin pies. We'll create and fill take-home cornucopias to celebrate farm-to-table eating. Each lodge will put on a short play, and then we'll compete in a rousing touch football game before dressing up for a lovely Harvest Ball. Everyone will take home a recipe and ingredients to re-create one of our favorite holiday dishes, as well as handcrafted Thanksgiving decorations to brighten up our own homes.

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Via West Adult Programs

Adults ages 18+ IT'S A CANDYLAND CHRISTMAS December 9?11, 2016 (FRI?SUN) We're never too old to enjoy the magical moments of this amazing holiday, from wreath making to sledding, tree decorating, and caroling alongside friends. Adults will enjoy an afternoon of stocking stuffing, cookie decorating, and ornament building. Firefighters will deliver our gigantic holiday tree and stay for wonderful photo opportunities. We will have a live band for caroling in the afternoon and a guest DJ at night for our Winter Ball, so bring your holiday best. Lastly, Santa will bring everyone a very special gift or two. Each participant will take home holiday wreaths, ornaments, and handcrafted candies.

Older Teens and Young Adults Weekend ages 16?39 TGIF SLUMBER PARTY January 27?29, 2017 (FRI?SUN) What a great weekend to join friends at Via West to tell stories around a huge bonfire, prepare and enjoy a 3-course fondue dinner, and settle into the main lodge for a pajama party movie night! We'll ride horses, pick a theme and decorate the main lodge for the Saturday night dance, and plant some new vegetables and flowers in the greenhouse. Everyone will take home handcrafted greeting cards, as well as a recipe and key ingredients to re-create fondues at home.

Adults ages 18+ COME DISCOVER GOLD COUNTRY February 10?12, 2017 (FRI?SUN) Join us as we load into vans, set our GPS, and head north to visit the beautiful Gold Country of El Dorado County. We'll check in to a local motel before heading out for dinner in "Hangtown," the pioneer name for Placerville. We'll team up to read colorful picture maps showing the Farm Trails, stopping along the way for a picnic lunch supplemented with "walking apple pies," a hands-on pioneer museum, and a trip into the darkness of the Gold Bug Mine. Everyone will bring home farm treats such as apples, honey, jam, and candy. Field Trip: Gold Country

Adults ages 18+

SCHOOL OF ROCK ? COME ON FEEL THE NOISE

MORE ADVENTURES IN LEADERSHIP

March 3?5 2017 (FRI?SUN) Let's make some music at Via West! Not only will we take a field trip to see a local musical live in downtown San Jose, but we will make our own music on campus! Andy Z, local music hero, will come visit and teach us a few tricks. We will have a special night time celebration with a live DJ taking all requests before a Sunday Karaoke contest. We will make more than music, of course! We will actually bake John Legend's recipe for macaroni and cheese to take home to share, and we get to go horseback riding as well.

Adults ages 18+

IT'S A STAR WARS GALACTIC ADVENTURE

March 24?26, 2017 (FRI?SUN) This series will come to life at Via West with fun activities from Phantom Menace to The Force Awakens. The battle lines will be drawn between lodges as we have contests in storm trooper trivia and in cooking as we see which lodge can make the most creative and tasty versions of Mustafar lava juice. The Senate judges will rest so that all forces can bond as we hike through the trails learning about various climates on our planet so we can replicate our version of Endor, Tatooine, or the Dagobah Swamp. The take-homes will include a papier?m?ch? death star pi?ata filled with goodies from all over the galaxy.

Adults ages 18+

CSI -- CAMP SCENE INVESTIGATION

April 21?23, 2017 (FRI?SUN) Become your own Camp Scene Investigator as we learn the techniques that professionals use. We will go "hot on the trail" to prove our case as we learn to measure bite impressions, cast footprints, and take fingerprints, all to put in our case log. Learning to take good photographs is essential, and all participants will go home with pictures to document their work, but more importantly, their fun. We will need our energy, so after mastering the recipe, we will devour chicken and quinoa burritos before heading out for the next clue.

Adults ages 18+

MAUI WOWIE - A HAWAIIAN ADVENTURE

BEGINNING ADVENTURES IN LEADERSHIP

May 5?7, 2017 (FRI?SUN) It's time to join us on the islands ? because Ohana means everything here ? we are all family at Via West. We'll celebrate Island life as we open the pools for the first time of the season for our poolside luau. Our games this weekend will include a coconut rolling contest, Hawaiian fruit cocktail bobbing, and let's not forget the limbo! Everyone will make and take home flower leis, Hawaiian shirts, and seashell art.



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