PROGRAM SCHEDULE  |  October - December

SESSION THEME | 'Balance'

Balance is essential for holistic well-being and helps create harmony in life. This session, Warriors will learn about Balance in aspects of life including physical health, mental well-being, social well-being, environmental health and more. Physically, Warriors will improve physical balance and coordination through activities such as adapted sports, yoga, and other movement-based programs designed to enhance motor skills and overall physical well-being. We will touch on mental well-being by learning how to balance work, leisure, and self-care. We will be balancing emotions through self-awareness, emotional regulation and healthy coping strategies. Through social activities, Warriors will be able to foster healthy relationships while having fun with friends! We will learn about environmental well-being by balancing consumption, conservation and sustainable practices to support environmental well-being. With a well balanced schedule, this fall will bring equal amounts of fun and learning!

PROGRAM SCHEDULE 10/22/24 - 12/13/24 (8 weeks)

TUESDAYS & FRIDAYS

AM BLOCK  |  9:00 am - 12:00 pm

TUES. WED. THURS. & FRI. (ALL DAYS)

PM BLOCK  |  3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

TUES. WED. THURS. & NOW FRI! (ALL DAYS)

EXTENDED DAY BLOCK | 9:00 am - 2:30 pm

Opportunity Knocks is offering extended day options for Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and now Fridays from 9:00 AM - 2:30 PM. If a Warrior registers for the extended day option and the pm session (3:00 PM - 6:00 PM), they will be permitted to stay on-site from 2:30 PM - 3:00 PM. Lunch will be provided in the extended day option. Please contact Mike@opportunityknocksnow.org for inquiries regarding the extended day option.

There are no scheduled activities on Mondays. OK will observe Labor Day on Monday, September 2nd and will be closed.

HOLIDAY DAYS OFF | Election Day (11/5)
Thanksgiving (11/28 - 11/29) Christmas (12/23 - 12/27)
New Years (12/30 - 1/1) - No Programs This Date 

EVENTS | Knocktoberfest (TBD)

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Please note this is a registration request and not all requests will be accepted, the final schedule for each warrior will be sent in a confirmation email. Thank you!

About our weekly schedule:

Join us for a dynamic week at OK Programs filled with balance activities and exciting experiences! All morning and mid-day blocks are dedicated to self-advocacy activities, cooking, and grocery shopping, empowering Warriors to express their needs and preferences confidently.

On Tuesdays, we venture to the Opportunity Knocks farm for a unique farming experience, fostering teamwork and responsibility. Wednesdays are packed with enriching community engagement through Community Opportunities, where Warriors actively contribute to our local charity. Additionally, Wednesdays offer therapeutic art sessions, promoting self-expression and creativity.

For fitness enthusiasts, Tuesday's mid-day block and Friday’s PM blocks offer workouts at Loyola Fitness Center, while Thursday’s features fitness at John Hayley and Yoga at OK during mid-day blocks.

Fridays are special as Warriors lead the programming, planning exciting activities to end the week on a high note.

Throughout the week, theme-based self-advocacy activities are seamlessly woven into our schedule, ensuring every Warrior gains valuable skills and experiences. Join us for a week of empowerment, growth, and fun!"

Other Important information

• Registration is a “request” and not a guarantee of placement.  Confirmation of the status of your enrollment will be sent to the email address added to your request for registration.  You will receive confirmation of the status of your registration at least one week before the session begins.
• Dress comfortably and appropriately for summer weather & bring your WATER! Hats, sunglasses, closed-toed shoes, and water bottles are encouraged.  Also, be sure to bring your preferred sunscreen and insect repellent with you to programs since we plan on being outdoors as much as possible and weather permitting.
• WARRIOR ABSENCES - OK program activities and staffing are based on the expectations of full attendance of all enrolled Warriors.  If a Warrior is absent the program team must still operate with full staffing. Please review the full details of Warrior absences and terms of service in our financial agreement at the end of this form.

GENERAL GUIDELINES

• The registration process will accept requests for all sessions
• Warriors will have three separate 45-minute activities within their group at the same location

PROGRAM COST STRUCTURE UPDATE

The program cost structure breakdown that is listed below is based on an 

8-week session. Financial assistance is available for Warriors & Families that apply and qualify. The program fee structure is evolving as we grow. Additionally the fee framework is undergoing some ongoing development while we continue on the path of pursuing our state license for community day services. As we make those preparations, we may ask you to help us on the path by repeating some of the form submissions and revisiting agreements.

It is our objective to overcome financial barriers so that this program and all OK programs are accessible. Please contact Mike Carmody at mike@opportunityknocksnow.org with inquiries and to learn more.

BLOCK & FULL-DAY COST BREAKDOWN

• 1 Block (AM or PM) = 3 hours @ $17 per hour = $51 per block per day
• 8-week cost @ $51 per session = $408
• 1 full-day registration = 5.5 hours @ $102 per day
• 8-week cost @ $102 per day = $816

 REGISTRATION PROCESS

• Registration will open on Friday, July 19th at 3:00 PM

• Registration will close on Friday, September 20th at 5:00 PM

• The final registration plan will be communicated Friday, September 27th by email confirmation letters.

INTAKE PROCESS

The intake process will include a few more documents, waivers, and consent forms than usual. We are taking extra precautions to ensure we are covering all of our bases. We ask for your patience and cooperation in this process.

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Please indicate all of the days and times you are interested in securing. Please remember that we can not guarantee all requests will be fulfilled. We will do our best.

OK COVID-19 PROGRAM POLICY | WARRIOR + FAMILY HEALTH & SAFETY GUIDELINES (Updated. March 2023)

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PAYMENT METHODS
Opportunity Knocks utilizes Quickbooks to directly send invoices from our system to you via email. Invoices may be paid with check, ACH (direct debit from your designated bank account) or credit card.

Checks may be dropped off in person or sent by mail to our office:
Opportunity Knocks
8020 Madison St.
River Forest, IL 60305

If you wish to pay through either ACH or credit card, please open the invoice in your email and select the "Pay It Now" option. From there, you may select either ACH or credit card. All payments will be processed through Quickbooks utilizing their payment gateway. As one of the largest payment processors in the country, Quickbooks utilizes security systems that are on par with major financial institutions and are PCI-compliant.

INVOICING PROCEDURE
OK will email an electronic invoice to the contact email provided on the financial assessment form. Invoices will be sent out on the first of the month and payment will be due on the 15th of the month. Services will be billed according to the Warrior's registered days for that session. Changes to the individual Warrior schedule may only be made with consideration of staffing and space availability and upon request made directly to Program Coordinators.
Payments for each session will be due in full by the date listed on the session invoice. If payment is not received on the due date or by the last day of the session, the Warrior will not be able to register for the next session of OK programs. Please be sure to contact Mike Carmody immediately to communicate unexpected circumstances that may delay a received payment. All delinquent payments will be subject to the OK Debt Collection Policy and any established payment agreements that may be reached between Opportunity Knocks and the participant/family.

Terms of Service & Details

PROGRAM COST DETAILS:
Lunch is included for program blocks that take place during the 9:00 AM- 2:30 PM timeframe Rate is equivalent to $17 per hour and accounts for roughly 20% of total program operating costs.

We are currently not recognized as a day program by Illinois’ DHS Bureau of Accreditation, Licensure, and Certification, thus we can not bill directly for home-based or CILA-funded participants. We are in the process of pursuing our state license for Community Day Services.

GENERAL DETAILS:
All families are asked to fill out a financial information sheet as part of the intake process to participate in OK Programs. Opportunity Knocks uses a sliding scale to support families experiencing financial hardship. We do this to work toward our objective of keeping the program accessible and as inclusive as possible to provide services to as many as possible.

PLANNED ABSENCES
OK program activities and staffing are based on the expectations of full attendance of all enrolled Warriors. If a Warrior is absent without ample notice, the program team must still operate with full staffing. Due to the nature of this model, all families will be expected to make payment even if the participant is to be absent within the expected alerting timeframe. The exception to this rule will be made when families provide notice of absence within 10 business days of planned absences.

In an attempt to offset the occurrence of extended absences and to account for family vacations and breaks, the OK Programs calendar has built scheduled weeks off when the program will be closed. If there is an extended period of time that may lead to a lengthy absence (vacation, sick leave, etc) we are open to discussing alternative options. We appreciate your cooperation and understanding in this policy.

CLOSURES & INCLEMENT WEATHER
In instances where OK has made the decision to cancel programs due to inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances, Opportunity Knocks will either prorate or add an additional day to the session. This will be communicated to all families in a timely manner.

OK FINANCIAL AGREEMENT & EXPECTATIONS:
By signing this agreement you have reviewed this document and have agreed to the terms and conditions listed above. Once payment is submitted, your invoice will be marked online as “PAID”.

THE AGREEMENT: “Having read the above guidelines, and understanding my responsibilities, I sign this agreement and attest to my understanding and commitment therein.”