The Ocean State Center for Independent Living (OSCIL) will host a Lunch and Learn Workshop on Wednesday, June 29 from 12-2 p.m. at OSCIL’s Warwick office at 1944 Warwick Avenue, Warwick, (the Beacon building).

This month’s Lunch and Learn Workshop is entitled “Adaptive Aquatic Sports and Recreational Opportunities.”  Craig Wilson of AccesSportAmerica will be discussing their adaptive recreational and sporting programs. From their website, “AccesSportAmerica's programs are designed to promote each person's highest physical and athletic potential while cultivating social and emotional well-being.” Topics discussed will include windsurfing, Hawaiian outrigging canoeing, rowing/sculling, stand-up paddling/surfing, kayaking, cycling and soccer.

Also, Allie Gray of Sail To Prevail will give a presentation on their Newport Adaptive Sailing Program. Their brochure, “Sail To Prevail,” creates opportunities for children and adults with disabilities to overcome life’s adversities through our therapeutic sailing program.” She will also discuss their “Confidence is Cool Camp” which is a five-day, non-residential, summer camp for children ages 7 to 17 years old with physical disabilities.

United Way’s 211 Outreach RV will also be onsite to answer your questions on other resources and services available in Rhode Island. As part of OSCIL’s outreach and community education initiative, OSCIL offers these free “Lunch and Learn” workshops highlighting various solutions that can increase access in your home and community. A sign language interpreter and CART (provided by Hamilton Relay) have been secured for this event. Call 738-1013 if you plan to attend. Seating is limited. Lunch will be served.