Social Skills Group Participation & Liability Waiver

Program Name: Carefree Connections Social Skills Group
Organization: Carefree Connections
Location: St. Johns County, Florida

Description of Activities

I understand that the social skills group may include, but is not limited to, activities such as:

Arts and crafts

Simple cooking or food-preparation activities

Indoor and outdoor games

Group-based social, communication, and cooperative activities

I acknowledge that these activities are designed to be age-appropriate and supervised, but may involve inherent risks.

Assumption of Risk

I understand and acknowledge that participation in group activities may involve certain risks, including but not limited to minor injuries (e.g., cuts, scrapes, burns, allergic reactions, or choking hazards), emotional discomfort, or accidental property damage. I voluntarily assume all such risks on behalf of myself and/or my child.

Release and Waiver of Liability (Florida Exculpatory Clause)

I understand and expressly agree that participation in the Carefree Connections Social Skills Group involves inherent risks. To the fullest extent permitted by Florida law, I hereby knowingly, voluntarily, and expressly release, waive, acquit, and forever discharge Carefree Connections, its owners, officers, directors, employees, contractors, volunteers, agents, and affiliates from any and all claims, demands, actions, or causes of action of any kind whatsoever, whether known or unknown, arising out of or related to any injury, loss, damage, or harm sustained by myself and/or my child while participating in the program, INCLUDING CLAIMS ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF CAREFREE CONNECTIONS, except to the extent caused by gross negligence or intentional misconduct.

I understand that this release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted under the laws of the State of Florida, and I agree that if any portion is held invalid, the remainder shall continue in full legal force and effect.

Medical Information & Emergency Care (Florida-Specific Authorization)

I certify that the participant is physically and emotionally able to participate in group activities.

Known allergies, medical conditions, or dietary restrictions:

In the event of an emergency, I authorize program staff to seek reasonable medical care for myself and/or my child, including transportation by emergency medical services if deemed necessary, in accordance with Florida law. I understand that I am financially responsible for any medical treatment provided.

Food & Allergy Acknowledgment (Cooking Activities)

I understand that simple cooking activities may involve common food allergens (e.g., dairy, gluten, eggs). I have disclosed all known allergies and understand that while reasonable precautions are taken, the program cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment.

Behavioral Expectations

I understand that participation in the group requires adherence to basic safety and behavioral guidelines. The program reserves the right to modify activities or discontinue participation if a participant’s behavior poses a safety risk to themselves or others.

Electronic Acknowledgment & Acceptance (No Signature Required)

By selecting the checkbox labeled “By clicking this box” on the Carefree Connections website or registration platform, I certify that:

I am the participant or the parent/legal guardian of the participant;

I have read this waiver in its entirety;

I understand its contents;

I agree to be legally bound by its terms; and

I understand that this electronic acknowledgment constitutes a legally binding agreement under Florida law, including the Florida Uniform Electronic Transaction Act (Fla. Stat. §668.50).

I ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE TO THE TERMS OF THIS WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

This waiver is intended to be executed electronically and shall have the same force and effect as a handwritten signature under Florida law.