STEP

The Structured Training Education Program, (STEP) assists people living with changing vision to continue hobbies and leisure time activities through the use of adaptive techniques. These skills will be presented by specialists in vision rehabilitation and therapists in occupational, physical, and recreation therapies. Contact Rose Visser, OTR, Life Skills Manager, 414-615-0115, r.visser@badgerassoc.org for additional information or to register for the following classes.

Nutri-Tour at Outpost Natural Foods

Wednesday, July 28; 10:30 am – 12:00 pm

Outpost Natural Foods

7000 W. State St., Wauwatosa, WI 53213

414-778-2012

Class Fee: $5

Join Judy Mayer, nutritionist at Outpost Natural Foods, for an informative, hands-on tour of the store. Learn about healthy eating, including tips on selecting fresh produce, purchasing bulk food items, choosing gluten/wheat-free items or vegetarian items, suggested foods for diabetes management, and more. Bring your questions. Samples and recipes given. Space is limited, so please sign up early.

Volunteer Opportunities:

• 1 Driver

• Guides as needed

Summer Sail

Friday, August 13; 11:30 am – 3:00 pm (Meet at the Badger Assn. for lunch at 11:30 am, sail at 1:00 pm)

Milwaukee Community Sailing Center

1450 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive,

Milwaukee, WI 53202

414-277-9094

Participant Fee: $8 (includes lunch, transportation and sail)

Volunteer Fee: $4

Bow, Beam, and Boom! Learn some basic sailing terms as you enjoy a summer sail on Lake Michigan. Sponsored by the Milwaukee County Office for Persons with Disabilities and the Milwaukee Community Sailing Center. Light lunch before the sail and transportation to the lakefront provided by the Badger Association. Space is limited! Please sign up early!

Volunteer Opportunities:

• 2 Guides/Assistants

Body, Breath and Mind: The Healing Practice of Yoga

Wednesdays, September 8, 15 and 22

4:00 – 5:30 pm

Badger Association

Class Fee: $15 per session or $39 for the series

Develop your inner compass through the practice of asana (yoga postures), pranayama(breathing exercises) and mental focus and purification (meditation) with Marya Bradley, Certified Yoga Instructor. This series is cumulative, so it is recommended that participants attend all three sessions.

Volunteer Opportunities:

• 1 Assistant

Health Watch: Tips on Good Nutrition

Tuesday, September 28; 4:00 – 5:30 pm

Badger Association – 2nd Fl. Conference Rm.

Class Fee: $2