SHIELD-E Atlanto-Axial Instability ( AAI )
PHONE-AR Undetermined Drop Off Time
BUS-ALT Transportation Information
MONEY-BI Bring Spending Money
BolT-Lig High Risk Waiver
🎧 Sensory Alert
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SHIELD-E Atlanto-Axial Instability ( AAI )
NSSRA requires AAI documentation from a physician for a participant with Down syndrome wishing to register in a program where this symbol is indicated . AAI requires precautions that may affect the safety of those with Down syndrome participating in certain programs .
PHONE-AR Undetermined Drop Off Time
NSSRA may offer programs to destinations such as sporting events and shows for which the end time cannot be specifically determined . The group will stay until the conclusion of the event . Staff will phone each participant ’ s household at the conclusion of the event with specific drop off times .
BUS-ALT Transportation Information
The transportation icon indicates a program offers transportation to and from dedicated pick-up points . Please note that transporatation times may vary , which may extend the overall program duration beyond the advertised time . Specific transportation details , including pick-up points , will be communicated before the event . For some programs , transportation is optional and requires additional registration and a separate fee , as noted .
MONEY-BI Bring Spending Money
Programs with this symbol may request participants to carry spending money for food , beverages and souvenirs .
BolT-Lig High Risk Waiver
Programs with this symbol have higher risk than typical recreation programs and will require a waiver signed by the parent / guardian for participation .
🎧 Sensory Alert
This event may be overwhelming at certain points with excessive / loud noise , busy with a large number of people , tight areas to sit in , outdoor weather elements , etc . Please send your participant with any sensory items that they may need .
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