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Ability Speicalists Team takes on an Xtreme Challange

// January 16th, 2012 // What's Happening At Ability Specialists

This past Saturday our talented Ability Specialists Team took on an “Xtreme” Challenge. The team spent an evening of fun and laughs at the Inverness Sports Complex near I-25 and Dry Creek.  The newly renovated complex features fun group activities from the hit TV show Gladiator and other challenging obstacles.

The Competition was fierce amongst the team members that split off into groups to become “Champion of the Games.” Although whispers in the office say TJ may have been “Champion of the Games” there is still no official word on who won. Until I see someone walking around the office with a crown on their head I will not declare an official winner.

For more information read the article below written by Tracy Dudley about the Xtreme Sports Complex in the Castle Pines Connection or visit the Official Website

Xtreme Challenge Arena has been compared to American Gladiator meeting the television show Wipe Out and then marrying Ninja Warrior! Inside this customized gladiator-style arena, participants of all ages and abilities can participate in zany challenges, hilarious athletic competition, and super human feats. Activities challenge individuals and groups to think out-of-the-box while enjoying physical fun and exercise. They are appropriate for corporate teambuilding, company picnics, birthday parties, youth groups, scout troops, and much more…….

 www.XtremeChallengeArena.com.

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We Are Back!!!!!

// January 13th, 2012 // News That Affects You

Ability Specialists is excited to announce, after an extended break,
starting next week we will be providing weekly content to the Blog portion
of our website. In the past content topics have included, What’s Happening
At Ability Specialists, News That Affects You, Featured Articles, and
Support Your Community. In addition to those topics we would also like to
add a column called Readers Choice.

Readers Choice – is a blog post sent to us (Ability Specialists), from you
about an article you have read, thoughts you may have on a subject, or
questions you may have regarding a topic. Submitting such posts may inform
the Ability Specialist’s Community about topics that have not been brought
to our attention otherwise.

Thanks for your entire support and input. We look forward to 2012 andanother great year at Ability Specialists. If you would like to suggest anarticle or topic please email us at:

 blog@abilityspecialists.com

The Ability Specialist’s Team

Ed McCaffrey Dare to Play Football & Dare to Cheer Camps

// June 21st, 2010 // Support Your Community, What's Happening At Ability Specialists

For Down Syndrome
Presented by the Global Down Syndrome Foundation

Join TJ & Rick:

Game Day is Saturday, June 26th
Open and Free to the Public

10:30 am – Free Tailgate Party
11:30 am – Football Game Begins

Valor Christian High School
3775 Grace Blvd
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126

Click here for more information: http://www.daretoplayfootball.org/

Adult DD Systems Change Training

// October 22nd, 2009 // Workshops and Seminars

Do you have too many questions and not enough answers about the recent system changes? This is a very confusing time when you are trying to determine what developmental disability services you need and what your plan really covers.

Plan on attending this training seminar on Saturday November 7, 2009
8:00 am-12:00 pm @ Unity Church
3021 S. University Blvd.
Denver, CO 80210

H1N1 Flu Scare

// October 14th, 2009 // News That Affects You

We at Ability Specialists want everyone to stay healthy during this cold weather season. There is a lot going on, and who wants to miss some of these fantastic activies coming up? There is so much media coverage and talk going on about the H1N1 Flu, the “usual” flu, and the fact that Colorado has one of the highest reported known cases of this in the country. It can make the most rational person a bit nervous. When should you be concerned? When should you take precautions?

According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), you may have a mild flu if you have some or all of these symptoms: fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aces, headaches, chills, fatigue, sometimes diarrhea and vomiting. Health officials encourage you NOT to go to the emergency room when displaying these symptoms. Going to an ER when you’re not severely ill may result in you actually getting something worse. Call your healthcare provider.

Emergency flu warnings are as follows: difficulty breathing, pain or pressures in the chest or abdomen, sudden dizziness, confusion, sever or persistent vomiting.

People with neurological disorders are higher risk and should talk to a healthcare provider if they display any of the above symptoms, doctors say.

If you are concerned or have more questions, call your healthcare provider before proceeding. For more information, you may visit the CDC website: http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/sick.htm

Practice Good Habits to Stay Healthy!

• Wash hands frequently with soap and hot water. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also helpful.
• Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth; germs spread that way.
• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
• Take a probiotic to keep your G.I. track healthy, and thus, less susceptible to germs and bad bacteria.
• Get enough sleep at night. Being tired lowers your resistance to disease.
• Get outside at least 20 minutes each day for a good dose of natural Vitamin D. Studies show this is more important than Vitamin C for kicking a cold!