Barrier Free NWTA FAQ

What is the Barrier Free NWTA?

 

 

This 2 day residential training is a ManKind Project sponsored New Warrior Training Adventure (NWTA) designed for men who are differentially-abled.  The weekend includes both staff and participants with varying physical abilities and challenges.  And, it is open to all men.

Is this weekend only for differently abled?

No, it is open to all levels of abilities.

What about neurodivergence?

We have several men on staff who are on the autism spectrum. We are in no way experts, and, we have some experience with Post Traumatic Stress, depression, anxiety, ADHA. We can have one-on-one conversations with anyone who has questions and concerns.

What types of “differently-abled” folks have attended in the past? 

Vision, hearing, and mobility challenged, PTSD, autism, ADHD, brain injuries.

Can a participant visit the site prior to the weekend?

Yes, arrangements can be made for an onsite visit to insure the facility is appropriate. 

How is this different than other New Warrior Training Adventures?

All processes are the same. Modifications are made with longer break times, we start Friday a few hours earlier, and we have a team of PMOS (Participant Men of Service) available for support, as needed. The facility has ramps, roll-in showers, special bedding if needed, mobility equipment if needed.

What are the fees?

While participants are asked to pay $995, there are scholarships funds for this training ensuring that no man will be turned away due to his inability to pay.

Is there financial aid available?

Yes, including aid for travel expenses and support assistance, as needed. 

How else can I support this weekend?

Invite a fellow man who might be challenged with barriers in his life.  You can donate to the scholarship fund or help coordinate transportation.  Everyone’s support is welcome. Fill out the form on the Contact Us page if you have any questions.

Donate To SUPPORT THE TRAINING

IMPORTANT: to ensure your donation is correctly tracked, make sure to select MKPUSA for the “Area”, and MKPU USA Barrier Free NWTA Fund for the “Contribution Type”.

What about transportation needs?

Our carpool coordinator will assist in arranging accessible transportation to the site.

Can aides come?  What if my aide is female?

There will be support staff to assist the participants through all processes.  If you need an aide for personal care and/or other required health maintenance regimes, one male aide may accompany you.  If you do not have an existing aide, or they are female, a “Man of Service” will be assigned to you throughout the weekend.

If a personal aide will be accompanying you, please fill out the form on the Contact Us page to set up weekend arrangements.

What are participant arrival and departure agreements?

All participants are usually instructed to arrive between 2:30 pm and 3:30 pm on Friday.  Departure from site will be prior to 4:00 pm on Sunday.

What are nearest airports, etc.?

To North Zulch, Texas: Houston IAH (Intercontinental Airport) is a bit less than two hours. Houston Hobby is about two hours. Dallas – Fort Worth is about three hours. Austin is about three hours. Waco is about 1.5 hours.

Click the following links for more information:

MKP USA

New Warrior Training Adventure

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