Seated Yoga with Laura Hanson
2020-12-23 11:00 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Online, United States
Greetings fellow yogis!
Yoga can be a great way to deepen an adaptable and resilient spirit as we migrate our way in this fall/winter season.
Seated/Chair Classes Wednesdays and Thursdays at 11:00am are free to Veterans.
Click HERE to join class.
Please submit a signed release for Laura via email or snail mail.

NEHSA Lodge Closed
2020-12-24 - 2020-12-27 | Mount Sunapee, 1398 New Hampshire Rte 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
The NEHSA Lodge will be Closed From December 24th- 27th. If you have skis or equipment that you want to use during this time, please make arrangements to pick them up prior to the 24th!

COVID-19 has made this a really strange time for all of us, and you’ll notice this winter that NEHSA is doing things a bit differently in an effort to protect our members. Take a look at NEHSA’s COVID-19 guidelines to get a closer look at how things will be different.
We apologize for the inconvenience, but we are asking that volunteers and athletes please not leave any personal belongings in the lodge during their lessons, other than a pair of shoes/boots. We know this isn’t ideal, but we so much appreciate you adhering to these changes!

New England Chapter Office Holiday Closure
2020-12-24 - 2021-01-01 | West Roxbury, MA, 1208 VFW Parkway, Ste 301, West Roxbury, MA, 02132, United States
So that all may enjoy time with family and friends, the New England Chapter office will be closed December 24 through January 1 to celebrate the holidays. The office will reopen January 5.
During this time of gatherings and celebrations, as we sit in the comfort and safety of our homes, please think of the sacrifices of those deployed around the world in harm’s way, as well as, their families. And that they’d be safely and quickly reunited with one another.
Wishing everyone a very happy holiday season, and for health and prosperity in the new year.

Introductory Mountain Biking - CAPE COD Marstons Mills by Spaulding Adaptive Sports Center
2021-01-03 10:00 - 12:00 | Marston Mills, MA, 73 Crooked Catway, Marston Mills, MA, United States
Introductory Mountain Biking – CAPE COD Marstons Mills by Spaulding Adaptive Sports Center
New in 2021!! Are you looking for a new way to challenge yourself? This introduction to mountain biking will take place in the woods and on the relatively flat fire roads of Cape Cod. Our new fleet of recumbent mountain bikes, both arm and leg-powered, will allow people of many different abilities to ride off-road. Research shows that getting away from the noise and havoc of daily life by finding reprieve in the tranquility of nature makes people happier, less stressed and more energetic. On Cape Cod we are very fortunate to have so many opportunities for off road riding, there is nothing like riding down a trail, no noise from cars, just an occasional fellow biker or dog walker along the trail.
Cost:
$20.00 Per session
Where:
Barnstable Conservation Lands

Parking:
73 Crooked Cartway off Race Lane
Marstons Mills, MA
When:
Sunday, January 3, 2021

Time:
10:00am-12:00pm
12:30pm-2:30pm
Due to Covid-19 we would like to encourage as much use of personal equipment as possible. For this reason, SASC is offering the option of purchasing a helmet.

Adaptive Yoga led by Dr. Audrey Lee
2021-01-04 14:00 - 14:30 | Online, United States
About this Event

PVA is happy to be offering FREE adaptive yoga classes. The classes will be held over Zoom conferencing Monday, Wednesday, now Saturday at 11:00 AM EST. Class is inclusive and open to anyone interested!
Class Description
This progressive yoga series is designed as an introduction to yoga. Class is slow paced, with a focus on deep breathing and tuning into how your body feels. Learn foundational poses with proper form and safe alignment. Come to relax, learn, and play in a supportive environment. All bodies are welcome.
About the Instructor
Audrey’s love for yoga began as a child regularly accompanying her Mother to yoga class. Her yoga practice naturally blended into her other passions; dance, gymnastics, and fitness. Audrey integrates yoga principles of mindfulness and deep breathing into her coaching, group exercise, and personal training sessions to help participants be more focused and relax more deeply. She has her 200 hour yoga certification from the In-Body Academy, specializing in restorative yoga and yoga for skiers. Audrey’s mission is to inspire people to take better care of themselves body, mind, and spirit. When Audrey is not moving through a yoga flow, she is playing in the mountains, creating plant-based recipes, teaching cooking classes, and coaching outdoor athletes.
Disclaimer: It is extremely important that you are healthy enough to participate in this program. If you are not, you could risk serious injury to yourself or worse. We encourage you to consult with your doctor to determine whether it is safe for you to engage in this activity.

Spin Classes by PVA with Special Guest Speakers
2021-01-04 17:00 - 19:00 | Online, United States
Spin Classes
Join us for our virtual spin classes hosted by PVA handcycling. All classes take place via Zoom video conferencing and are led by a guest instructor.
Monday & Friday: 5-7 pm EDT
Tuesday & Thursday: 9-11 am EDT
Wednesday & Saturday: 12-2 pm EDT
To sign up, email handcycling@pva.org.

Dance Fitness Virtual Class by Gaylord Sports Association
2021-01-04 18:00 - 18:45 | Online, United States
Dance Fitness Virtual Class by Gaylord Sports Association
Latin and international music joined with high and low intensity moves for a fun, effective dance-based total body workout. Be ready to boost your energy and have a serious dose of awesome!
This class is part of a FREE 8-session virtual fitness class series running from Jan. 4, 2021 – February 22, 2021. Classes will be held via Zoom. These classes will work on your fitness, strength, flexibility, endurance and mindfulness!
Classes are designed for individuals age 16 and up with a physical disability or visual impairment. All ability levels are welcome. All classes are offered in the seated position with various modifications available to fit each individual’s capabilities. No experience is needed; just bring your chair and be ready to get moving!
Register for one or all classes. Contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or sports@gaylord.org
About Gaylord Sports Association
The Sports Association is a program of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare and is based out of Wallingford, CT. We serve adults with a physical disability or visual impairment and welcome new members to join us. All programs require registration and some programs have registration deadlines. Call us at 203-284-2772 with any questions or to register. Most events are free unless otherwise noted. For more information on our programs, please visit us at www.gaylord.org/sports.

Mindful Resilience Yoga Virtual Class by Gaylord Sports Association
2021-01-04 19:00 - 20:00 | Online, United States
Mindful Resilience Yoga Virtual Class
This seated yoga class will incorporate gentle yoga postures, movement sequences, breath work, flexibility and
guided meditation to help you focus clearly, move mindfully and practice gratitude.
This class is part of a FREE 8-session virtual fitness class series running from Jan. 4, 2021 – February 22, 2021. Classes will be held via Zoom. These classes will work on your fitness, strength, flexibility, endurance and mindfulness!
Classes are designed for individuals age 16 and up with a physical disability or visual impairment. All ability levels are welcome. All classes are offered in the seated position with various modifications available to fit each individual’s capabilities. No experience is needed; just bring your chair and be ready to get moving!
Contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or sports@gaylord.org to register for all of the classes or even a few.
About Gaylord Sports Association
The Sports Association is a program of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare and is based out of Wallingford, CT. We serve adults with a physical disability or visual impairment and welcome new members to join us. All programs require registration and some programs have registration deadlines. Call us at 203-284-2772 with any questions or to register. Most events are free unless otherwise noted. For more information on our programs, please visit us at www.gaylord.org/sports.

PVA Air Rifle Instruction
2021-01-07 15:00 - 16:00 | Online, United States
Air Rifle Instruction
PVA Sports Program Manager John Arbino is providing precision Air Gun Instruction from the comfort of home. He is an accomplished rifle marksman and has attended the Advanced Rifle Coach school at the Olympic Training Center. The next sessions will begin January 7. The registration link will soon be posted; please check back frequently.
Air Gun Session 105

7 Jan, 3pm EST Good Training v. Bad Training
14 Jan, 3pm EST- Equipment & Classification
21 Jan, 3pm EST- Developing the Shot Plan
28 Jan, 3pm EST- Mental Components of Shooting Sports
4 Feb, 3pm EST – Dry Fire Training & Match Preparation

Air Rifle Postal Matches
As a result of canceling our in-person events this year due to the current social distancing guidelines we have made the decision to expand the air rifle program through using a Postal Match format. This was proven to be effective during the recent NVWGs at Home this past summer, and will follow a similar format. The inaugural PVA Postal Match season will run from November 2020 – May 2021. Please contact New England Chapter Representative Mike Guilbault, or PVA Sports Program Manager John Arbino for the full Match Program.

Introductory Mountain Biking - CAPE COD Marstons Mills by Spaulding Adaptive Sports Center
2021-01-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Marston Mills, MA, 73 Crooked Catway, Marston Mills, MA, United States
Introductory Mountain Biking – CAPE COD Marstons Mills by Spaulding Adaptive Sports Center
New in 2021!! Are you looking for a new way to challenge yourself? This introduction to mountain biking will take place in the woods and on the relatively flat fire roads of Cape Cod. Our new fleet of recumbent mountain bikes, both arm and leg-powered, will allow people of many different abilities to ride off-road. Research shows that getting away from the noise and havoc of daily life by finding reprieve in the tranquility of nature makes people happier, less stressed and more energetic. On Cape Cod we are very fortunate to have so many opportunities for off road riding, there is nothing like riding down a trail, no noise from cars, just an occasional fellow biker or dog walker along the trail.
Cost:
$20.00 Per session
Where:
Barnstable Conservation Lands

Parking:
73 Crooked Cartway off Race Lane
Marstons Mills, MA
When:
Sunday, January 10, 2021

Time:
10:00am-12:00pm
12:30pm-2:30pm
Due to Covid-19 we would like to encourage as much use of personal equipment as possible. For this reason, SASC is offering the option of purchasing a helmet.

CANCELLED: 2021 New England Winter Sports Clinic
2021-01-11 - 2021-01-14 | Mount Sunapee, 1398 New Hampshire Rte 103, Newbury, NH, 03255, United States
Unfortunately this event has been cancelled by NEHSA and VA Boston.

Due to the rising cases of COVID-19, VA Boston and NEHSA have decided to cancel the upcoming 2021 New England Winter Sports Clinic for Veterans with Disabilities. This decision was made out of an abundance of safety for the Veterans, volunteers, and staff involved in the program. While this was not an easy decision, we look forward to beginning to plan for the 2022 New England Winter Sports Clinic in the near future, and hope that you will consider volunteering for the event next year!
Details

Start:
January 11, 2021 @ 8:00 am
End:
January 14, 2021 @ 5:00 pm

Venue

New England Healing Sports Association

180 Mount Sunapee Rd
Newbury, NH 03255 United States

Phone:
603-763-9158
Website:
www.nehsa.org

Ice Skating by Northeast Passage
2021-01-13 13:00 - 14:30 | Puddle Dock Pond, Portsmouth, NH, 14 Hancock Street, Portsmouth, NH, 03802, United States
Ice Skating by Northeast Passage
Step back in time, and visit us for outdoor Ice Skating at the picturesque Puddle Dock Pond.
Free admission for individuals with disabilities and one care provider (if applicable).
Figure and Hockey Skate rentals available onsite for $6.00 (up to size 13). NEP provides a limited selection of adaptive ice sleds available for shared use amongst interested individuals–all equipment will be sanitized between uses.
Accessible indoor restrooms available onsite.
NEP staff will be available to provide moderate assistance with transfers in and out of adaptive equipment, and on/off the ice. If you anticipate needing more than moderate assistance, please contact NEP to discuss your needs, or bring a companion with you to assist.
NEP is not able to provide pushers for skaters needing assistance on the ice. Please, provide your own pusher–pushers MUST wear ice skates while on the ice. If you have questions about this, please contact us!
Participants are required to wear a face mask at all times, per rink policy. If you do not have a mask, NEP can provide one. Read more about our safety protocols.

Veteran Indoor Archery by Northeast Passage
2021-01-13 13:00 - 15:00, 2021-01-27 13:00 - 15:00 | Hooksett, NH, Hooksett, NH, United States
Veteran Indoor Archery by Northeast Passage
This event is provided for Veterans only.
All skill levels are welcome! Instruction and equipment will be provided by NEP and range coaches who are all USA Archery Certified Instructors.
We are limited to smaller groups, so please, pre-register for each event and cancel if you cannot make it.
We strongly recommend bringing your own equipment as NEP equipment will be limited to single person use. **If you anticipate using one of our DrawLock bows, please state that in your registration as we are limiting two DrawLock archers per event.**
Participants are required to wear a face mask–if you do not have a mask, NEP can provide one.
Funding for this program was awarded to Northeast Passage through a grant from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs.

Indoor Archery Clinic by Gaylord Sports Association
2021-01-13 13:00 - 15:30 | Gaylord Specialty Healthcare, 50 Gaylord Farm Road, Wallingford, CT, 06492, United States
Indoor Archery Clinic by Gaylord Sports Association
Come and try this sport of skill and accuracy by registering for one of our Archery Clinics! Clinics are designed for individuals with a physical disability or visual impairment to learn about and participate in the sport of archery. Participants will receive instruction from a level IV Certified USA Archery Coach as well as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist to give the best possible instruction and support independence. Both beginners and advanced archers are welcome and all equipment is provided.
This clinic is located indoors at Gaylord Specialty Healthcare, Roncari Recreation Hall in Wallingford, CT. Participants may register for the first session from 1:00-2:00pm or the second session from 2:30-3:30pm(*This session will be available once the first session fills). COVID precautions will be utilized for social distancing and infection control; Participants and instructors will be required to wear masks. Maximum number of participants per session is 4. Pre-registration is required. Call 203-284-2772 or email sports@gaylord.org to register.
About Gaylord Sports Association
The Sports Association is a program of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare and is based out of Wallingford, CT. We serve adults with a physical disability or visual impairment and welcome new members to join us. All programs require registration and some programs have registration deadlines. Call us at 203-284-2772 with any questions or to register. Most events are free unless otherwise noted. For more information on our programs, please visit us at www.gaylord.org/sports.

Learn to Draw hosted by Northeast Passage
2021-01-13 13:30 - 14:30 | Online, United States
Learn to Draw hosted by Northeast Passage
Want to start learning how to draw? Nervous about your skill level? Don’t worry! Learn with Cam, he is learning too! Each week will start with a drawing tutorial and be followed by open drawing time to practice, share, ask advice, you name it! All you need is something to draw with, a piece of paper, and a willingness to learn! Participation in both sessions of a group is encouraged, but not required.
Learn to Draw (Group 1)
Session 1 will focus on sketches and quicker cartoon drawings with a fun and relaxed atmosphere. All you need is something to draw with and something to draw on! Pencil, pen, marker, paper, whiteboard, digital… They will all work great!

Veteran Wellness Lakes Region: Pickleball & Boccia by Northeast Passage
2021-01-14 10:30 - 12:00, 2021-01-21 10:30 - 12:00 | Laconia, NH, Laconia, NH, United States
Veteran Wellness Lakes Region: Pickleball & Boccia by Northeast Passage
This event is provided for Veterans only.
It’s getting cold but we can still have fun! Come join us a the Laconia Community Center for a socially distanced game of pickleball and/or Boccia in a large open indoor space!
This program is offered to individuals of all abilities, inviting standing and seated players alike. Review rule variations for seated Pickleball players here on the USAPA.org website!
NEP will provide staff, instruction, and a selection of sport wheelchairs for these events.
Participants are required to wear a face mask, if you do not have a mask, NEP can provide one.
Funding for this program is provided to Northeast Passage through a grant from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Hooksett Trail Walk by Northeast Passage
2021-01-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Hooksett, NH, Hooksett, NH, United States
Hooksett Trail Walk by Northeast Passage
Come join NEP to explore the Hooksett area along the Merrimack River. This is a great beginner trail, as it is flat and relatively short. This trail follows the Merrimack River for about 2 miles out and back. The trail is wide enough to allow social distancing and just long enough to get some good exercise in. If you are interested in using adaptive equipment from NEP to participate in this event, we will provide equipment at the one day rental rate ($30).
If you have any questions, please reach and ask.
Participants are required to wear a face mask–if you do not have a mask, NEP can provide one.

Winter Cycling by Northeast Passage
2021-01-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Stratham, NH, Stratham, NH, United States
Winter Cycling by Northeast Passage
Come join Northeast Passage for a ride through Stratham Hill Park. Bring your own cycle or use one of ours and ride along beautiful fields or wooded trails! NEP will provide cycles, helmets, and assistance with fitting you to your cycle. Whether you’re looking to explore or just looking for a leisurely ride, this is the event for you! Ride as much as you want in the time given. See you on the trail!!
Veteran registration fees for this program are waived due to a grant from the United States Department of Veteran Affairs.

Virtual Après MonoSki Clinic & Chat by Move United
2021-01-17 16:00 - 18:00 | Online, United States
Move United
Adapting is at the core of our business, and this is exactly what we are doing with what would have been the 9th Annual Stowe Monoski Day. This year, we will be enjoying the event via Zoom, from the comfort of our living rooms. Note that we are conveniently hosting the event from 4pm to 6pm EST so that you can still enjoy a day at the mountain, and join us for the Après!
The main goal of the event remains the same as always: to bring together adaptive monoskiers, instructors, and anyone interested in the world of adaptive skiing to share knowledge, to learn from each other, and to receive top notch ski instructions and advice from industry experts.
This year’s event will include discussions about recent developments in the world of adaptive skiing, equipment maintenance and adjustments, and review technique through video analysis. We will also go over recent innovations in mobility, and invite attendees to participate by providing photos of their monoski or other new sports equipment, a short video for the movement analysis, and to share stories of recent innovations.
The event is generously sponsored by Inntopia and made possible by the collaboration of Green Mountain Adaptive Sports, Spaulding Adaptive Sports Centers, Eastern Adaptive Sports, and the Kelly Brush Foundation.
Visit https://greenmtnadaptive.org/events/virtual-apres-monoski-clinic-and-chat/ to register for this free event. Contact Pascale Savard with questions or more information.

Mobility Virtual Class by Gaylord Sports Association
2021-01-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Online, United States
Mobility Virtual Class by Gaylord Sports Association
This class focuses on developing mobility, joint strength, body control, flexibility and range of motion, leading to well-functioning and resilient joints. Explore and open up new range of motion to prepare for athletic performance or everyday life.
This class is part of a FREE 8-session virtual fitness class series running from Jan. 4, 2021 – February 22, 2021. Classes will be held via Zoom. These classes will work on your fitness, strength, flexibility, endurance and mindfulness!
Classes are designed for individuals age 16 and up with a physical disability or visual impairment. All ability levels are welcome. All classes are offered in the seated position with various modifications available to fit each individual’s capabilities. No experience is needed; just bring your chair and be ready to get moving!
Contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or sports@gaylord.org to register for the full series or just a few classes.
About Gaylord Sports Association
The Sports Association is a program of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare and is based out of Wallingford, CT. We serve adults with a physical disability or visual impairment and welcome new members to join us. All programs require registration and some programs have registration deadlines. Call us at 203-284-2772 with any questions or to register. Most events are free unless otherwise noted. For more information on our programs, please visit us at www.gaylord.org/sports.

Boccia Open Play by Gaylord Sports Association
2021-01-20 13:00 - 14:00 | Gaylord Specialty Healthcare, 50 Gaylord Farm Road, Wallingford, CT, 06492, United States
Boccia Open Play by Gaylord Sports Association
Join us for Boccia Open Play! Boccia is a throwing sport of precision which has been adapted for athletes with mild to severe physical disabilities using a few modifications. The object is to place balls closest to the target ball by throwing or rolling the ball using a ramp. Games are played one on one, in pairs, and teams of three.
All are welcome to learn this game of skill and strategy! Pre-registration is required and COVID-19 protocols will be used for all attendees and staff. Masks will be required.
There is a limit of 4 participants. There will be 2 sessions: 1:00 PM- 2:00PM and 2:30 PM – 3:30PM(This 2nd session will open when session 1 is full).
COVID precautions will be enforced and all participants will be required to wear a mask. Preregistration is required. Contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or sports@gaylord.org to register.
About Gaylord Sports Association
The Sports Association is a program of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare and is based out of Wallingford, CT. We serve adults with a physical disability or visual impairment and welcome new members to join us. All programs require registration and some programs have registration deadlines. Call us at 203-284-2772 with any questions or to register. Most events are free unless otherwise noted. For more information on our programs, please visit us at www.gaylord.org/sports.

BOOK CLUB sign up to read "81 Days Below Zero" by Brian Murphy
2021-01-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Online, United States
Take part in our PVA Book Club!
About this Event
Our book club has been a hit so far so we’re keeping it going. Join us as we read and meet to discuss a book of the group’s choosing over a four week period.
The book selected for this session is “81 Days Below Zero” by Brian Murphy. This is an incredible survival story of a man who survived a World War II plane crash in Alaska’s harsh Yukon territory shortly before Christmas in 1943. His is a tale of the capacity to endure extreme conditions, intense loneliness, and flashes of raw terror and emerges stronger than before. A zoom call will be set up for Friday, January 22, at 1:00 pm ET to discuss the book along with discussion questions.
You should be able to access this book through apple iBook; amazon kindle; nook barnes and noble, audiobooks, etc., or you may want to try local library via ebooks checkout.
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions.
Disclaimer: Book titles are randomly selected. PVA does not receive compensation for featuring any particular book.

Introductory Mountain Biking - CAPE COD Marstons Mills by Spaulding Adaptive Sports Center
2021-01-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Marston Mills, MA, 73 Crooked Catway, Marston Mills, MA, United States
Introductory Mountain Biking – CAPE COD Marstons Mills by Spaulding Adaptive Sports Center
New in 2021!! Are you looking for a new way to challenge yourself? This introduction to mountain biking will take place in the woods and on the relatively flat fire roads of Cape Cod. Our new fleet of recumbent mountain bikes, both arm and leg-powered, will allow people of many different abilities to ride off-road. Research shows that getting away from the noise and havoc of daily life by finding reprieve in the tranquility of nature makes people happier, less stressed and more energetic. On Cape Cod we are very fortunate to have so many opportunities for off road riding, there is nothing like riding down a trail, no noise from cars, just an occasional fellow biker or dog walker along the trail.
Cost:
$20.00 Per session
Where:
Barnstable Conservation Lands

Parking:
73 Crooked Cartway off Race Lane
Marstons Mills, MA
When:
Sunday, January 23, 2021

Time:
10:00am-12:00pm
12:30pm-2:30pm
Due to Covid-19 we would like to encourage as much use of personal equipment as possible. For this reason, SASC is offering the option of purchasing a helmet.

Winter Cycling by Northeast Passage
2021-01-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Auburn, NH
Winter Cycling by Northeast Passage
Come join Northeast Passage for a “Socially Distant” afternoon ride on the Rockingham Rail Trail and FOMBA trails. Bring your own cycle or use one of ours and ride the wooded trail! Option to ride around fire roads as well. NEP will provide cycles, and assistance with fitting you to your cycle. Ride as much as you want in the time given. Terrain is relatively flat (rail trail) to moderate, if you choose.
We are limited to smaller groups, so please, pre-register for each event and cancel if you cannot make it.
Helmets are required for all cycling events. We are asking that you provide your own helmet. If you do not have one and will not be able to get one, we will have a limited number of helmets available at an additional fee.
Participants are required to wear a face mask, except during physical exertion with appropriate distancing–if you do not have a mask, NEP can provide one.
Veteran registration fees for this program are waived due to a grant from the United States Department of Veteran Affairs.

Strength and Conditioning Virtual Class by Gaylord Sports Association
2021-01-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Online, United States
Strength and Conditioning Virtual Class by Gaylord Sports Association
Work all muscle groups with a variety of strengthening and conditioning exercises that tone upper and lower body. This class will use resistance bands, hand weights and bodyweight.
This class is part of a FREE 8-session virtual fitness class series running from Jan. 4, 2021 – February 22, 2021. Classes will be held via Zoom. These classes will work on your fitness, strength, flexibility, endurance and mindfulness!
Classes are designed for individuals age 16 and up with a physical disability or visual impairment. All ability levels are welcome. All classes are offered in the seated position with various modifications available to fit each individual’s capabilities. No experience is needed; just bring your chair and be ready to get moving!
Contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or sports@gaylord.org to register for the full series or just a few classes.
About Gaylord Sports Association
The Sports Association is a program of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare and is based out of Wallingford, CT. We serve adults with a physical disability or visual impairment and welcome new members to join us. All programs require registration and some programs have registration deadlines. Call us at 203-284-2772 with any questions or to register. Most events are free unless otherwise noted. For more information on our programs, please visit us at www.gaylord.org/sports.

Veteran *Virtual Needle Felting by Northeast Passage
2021-01-26 12:00 - 14:00 | Online, United States
Veteran *Virtual Needle Felting by Northeast Passage
This event is provided for Veterans only.
Join us to create your own winter-themed scene! We’ll be using felt, colorful tufts of wool, and needles instead of paintbrushes to create your art. Researchers have been able to show a connection between doing things with our hands and the neurochemistry of our brains linked to happiness.
No experience necessary. Tools and materials will be shipped to you prior to the date of this event. Check out this video to learn more about it!
To receive your materials in time, you must register by January 18th. These materials will be yours to keep!
Zoom link will be included in your registration confirmation.
This event is part of a Veteran Wellness Series that is sponsored by Operation Hat Trick.

Five Ways to Protect Veterans & Military Families from Scams in 2021 by AARP
2021-01-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Online, United States
Five Ways to Protect Veterans & Military Families from Scams in 2021 by AARP

DATE:1/26/2021
TIME:7:00 PM EST
DURATION:45 MINUTES
DESCRIPTION:
Your time on the battlefield is over, but there are still threats facing Military Veterans – scams specifically targeting those who served our great nation. In fact, Veterans and Military Families are twice as likely as civilians to be targeted by con artists.
Every day, scammers invent new ways to defraud Veterans of their hard-earned service benefits, steal your identity, or take your life’s savings – simply because you wore America’s uniform. Veterans and Military Families must remain vigilant in the new year to protect themselves against the latest threats.
Join AARP, the USPIS and the FTC for a free Five Ways to Protect Veterans & Military Families from Scams in 2021webinar. You’ll hear from fraud fighting experts about the top scams targeting Veterans and Military Families in 2021, get your questions answered live, and learn more about stopping scammers in their tracks.
Register now to watch this webcast live or on-demand at your convenience.

Golf Clinic by Gaylord Sports Association
2021-01-27 14:00 - 15:45 | Gaylord Specialty Healthcare, 50 Gaylord Farm Road, Wallingford, CT, 06492, United States
Golf Clinic by Gaylord Sports Association
Golf is back! Golf Clinics are designed to provide adult golfers with physical disabilities and visual impairments the opportunity to work with a trained PGA professional, Certified Recreation Therapists and volunteers to adapt the sport of golf, overcome barriers, and support independence.
Beginners and returning participants are welcome and all equipment is provided. There will be 2 sessions: 2:00 PM – 2:45 PM and 3:00 – 3:45 PM(This session will open once the 1:00 PM session is full).
There is a limit of 3 participants per session. Each golfer will be cycled through each station in 15 minutes increments. There will be a driving, chipping and putting station.
COVID-19 protocols will be used for all attendees and staff. Masks will be required.Contact the Sports Association at 203-284-2772 or sports@gaylord.org to register.
About Gaylord Sports Association
The Sports Association is a program of Gaylord Specialty Healthcare and is based out of Wallingford, CT. We serve adults with a physical disability or visual impairment and welcome new members to join us. All programs require registration and some programs have registration deadlines. Call us at 203-284-2772 with any questions or to register. Most events are free unless otherwise noted. For more information on our programs, please visit us at www.gaylord.org/sports.
