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Happy September!
This past month has been full of exciting new things for SPIRIT! We’ve been busy building new partnerships and finding more ways to support individuals with sensory needs throughout our community.
We recently collaborated with the Wake Forest Police Department to provide sensory bags for their Touch-a-Truck event. We also partnered with the Wake Forest Planning Department to provide sensory bags for their community engagement events. It’s exciting to see the Town continuing to explore new ways to create more inclusive and sensory-friendly experiences for our community!
We are already looking ahead to October! Our Sensory-Friendly Treat Trail is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 30, Flaherty Park Community Center.
Get ready for a fun, carnival-style experience with themed booths, games, exciting prizes, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the evening at your own pace. We’ll also have gluten-free candy options and sensory items available to help make the event welcoming for everyone.
There are lots of exciting things brewing at SPIRIT, and we can’t wait to share what’s next. Be sure to keep an eye on our upcoming programs and register so you don’t miss out!
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¡Feliz septiembre!
¡El último mes ha estado lleno de cosas nuevas y emocionantes para SPIRIT! Hemos estado trabajando en nuevas colaboraciones y buscando más maneras de apoyar a las personas con necesidades sensoriales en nuestra comunidad.
Recientemente colaboramos con el Departamento de Policía de Wake Forest para proporcionar bolsas sensoriales para su evento Touch-a-Truck. También nos asociamos con el Departamento de Planificación de la Ciudad de Wake Forest para proporcionar bolsas sensoriales para sus eventos de participación comunitaria. ¡Es emocionante ver que la Ciudad continúa explorando nuevas maneras de crear experiencias más inclusivas y amigables para las personas con necesidades sensoriales en nuestra comunidad!
¡Ya estamos mirando hacia octubre! Nuestro Sensory-Friendly Treat Trail se llevará a cabo el 30 de octubre en Flaherty Park Community Center.
¡Prepárense para una experiencia divertida al estilo de un carnaval, con puestos temáticos, juegos, premios emocionantes y muchas oportunidades para disfrutar de la tarde a su propio ritmo! También tendremos opciones de dulces sin gluten y artículos sensoriales disponibles para ayudar a que el evento sea acogedor para todos.
¡Hay muchas cosas emocionantes preparándose en SPIRIT y estamos ansiosos por compartir lo que viene! Asegúrense de estar atentos a nuestros próximos programas y de registrarse para no perderse nada.
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Calendar of Events
Click on the calendar to view a larger version of our September 2026 calendar of events.
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SPIRIT Wake Forest wants to hear from you!
Specialized Programs and Inclusion Resources for Individuals Throughout Wake Forest (SPIRIT Wake Forest) is dedicated to creating engaging, adaptive, and inclusive recreation opportunities that ensure everyone in our community has the chance to participate, belong, and thrive.
We invite participants, caregivers, family members, volunteers, and community members to complete our SPIRIT Wake Forest community survey and share their feedback, ideas, and needs.
Your input will help guide the future of SPIRIT Wake Forest and ensure we continue to offer meaningful recreation, social, educational, and support opportunities for individuals of all abilities.
Thank you for helping us create a more inclusive community where everyone has the opportunity to participate, connect, and thrive. For more information, email Sandy Guerrero-Flores.
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Meet Carly!
Our Participant Spotlight is a chance to celebrate the individuals who make SPIRIT Wake Forest such a special community.
We are excited to introduce you to our August Participant Spotlight, Carly!
A little about Carly:
“I love jewelry making especially beaded bracelets, drawing and coloring, yoga and MUSIC.
I LOVE music especially 80’s hair bands!
My first SPIRIT program was Feb of 2026. It was a craft night with SWSH, it was so fun!!
I was looking for fun things to do that were close to home and my mom found SPIRIT through the WF Parks & Rec website. It’s really fun! I really enjoy it. I get to meet new people, learn new skills and practice ones I already know.
Basketball, Miracles in Motion, Abilities tennis and craft nights have been some of my favorites, but it’s really hard to choose because they are all so fun”- Carly
We are so glad Carly found SPIRIT and became part of our community!
Next time you see Carly, be sure to say hi!
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You're invited to to join our SPIRIT Wake Forest Facebook group!
Current and future SPIRIT program participants and their family members are invited to join our “SPIRIT Wake Forest” group on Facebook!
Within this group, we share useful information on upcoming SPIRIT Wake Forest programs, services, and special events.
Our group also serves as a forum for members to support one another, ask questions, and share insights on how we can best serve you as a member of the SPIRIT Wake Forest community.
To join, simply click on the button below!
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Sensory-Friendly Treat Trail
Friday, Oct 30 | 6:30-8 pm
Flaherty Park Community Center, 1226 N. White St.
Join us for a magical and inclusive indoor Halloween experience designed especially for children and families with sensory sensitivities!
Our Sensory Friendly Treat Trail offers a calm, welcoming space where guests can enjoy all the fun of Halloween - without the loud noises, flashing lights, or overwhelming crowds.
This year we will have themed booths with fun games, gluten free candy options, and sensory toys. Costumes are encouraged!!!
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Skills to Prepare for Adulthood
Fridays | Sept 4- Oct 23 | 7-8 pm
JPCC, 701 Harris Road
Young adults with disabilities will have the opportunity to receive instruction in the skills necessary for a successful transition to adulthood after completing school.
Weekly sessions will be in small groups and focus on the following topics: Workplace Readiness: Build skills that lead to obtaining employment with support in developing a resume, practicing job applications, and participating in interview practice.
Independent Living: Build skills in the routines and decisions that support independence at home and in the community.
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Body Flow Fitness
Fridays | Sept 4-25 | 4:45-5:45 pm
A 12-Session Music-Driven Journey This inclusive, 45–60 minute class series is designed to build confidence and strength through a music-forward flow inspired by Pilates, Tai Chi, dance, and yoga.
Every session is crafted with accessibility at its core, featuring standing movements alongside fully integrated chair-based equivalents.
With limited floor work required and a focus on repetition and gentle progression, participants can enjoy a predictable and safe environment that prioritizes joy and expression over perfection.
Space is limited!
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ASPIRE Respite Day Program
Wednesdays & Thursdays | 9 am-noon
JPCC, 701 Harris Road
Designed for people ages 18 and older, Aspire is our adult day program for individuals with disabilities in the Wake Forest community.
Our goal is to provide a much-needed break for caregivers.
Participants have fun making new friends, exploring new activities, unfold their creativity through arts and crafts, and stay physically active by engaging in games which get them on their feet and moving. Most importantly we provide a safe place where they are free to be themselves, give them a sense of belonging and to socialize among friends.
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Boundless Buddies
Monday, Sept 14 | 5:45-6:30 pm
JPCC, 701 Harris Road
Boundless Buddies is a dynamic youth program designed to provide a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment for individuals with disabilities ages 8-12.
The program aims to foster meaningful socialization, enhance interpersonal skills, and connect participants with peers who share similar interest and experiences, through a variety of structures and unstructured activities.
Participants will have opportunities to form lasting friendships, build confidence and develop valuable social skills in a supportive community.
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CuidArte
Septiembre 14 de | 4-5 pm
Joyner Park Community Center
¿Eres un cuidador que dedica tiempo y amor para apoyar a un familiar? ¿Deseas poder conectarte con otras personas que entiendan las alegrías y los desafíos del cuidado? CuidArte es un espacio acogedor donde los cuidadores se reúnen una vez al mes para compartir experiencias, explorar recursos útiles y participar en conversaciones significativas en su idioma natal. Ya sea que tengas experiencia como cuidador o estés comenzando, aquí encontrarás comunidad, apoyo y ánimo. Juntos cuidamos nuestro bienestar para poder seguir dando lo mejor a quienes cuidamos y también a nosotros mismos.
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Smiling While Sending Hope Ability Club
Tuesday, Sept 15 | 6-7:30 pm
Joyner Park Community Center
In this club, youth will have the opportunity to explore and engage with STEAM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics - through hands-on activities, collaborative projects, and creative problem-solving.
The program is designed to spark curiosity, build confidence, and encourage innovation in a supportive, inclusive environment.
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What is SPIRIT Wake Forest?
SPIRIT Wake Forest is our way of identifying the initiatives, activities and events offered by the Wake Forest Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources (PRCR) Department's Specialized Programs & Inclusion. It stands for Specialized Programs and Inclusion Resources for Individuals Throughout Wake Forest.
Our staff has a wide variety of experience working with people of all physical, emotional, and cognitive abilities.
We offer fun, adaptive, and inclusive recreation opportunities in our community including adaptive sports, social and fitness programs, and after school activities - with more on the way.
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