Volunteers
Special Olympics in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, could not exist without
volunteers. These dedicated folk enable Special Olympics to offer sports
training and competition programs to nearly 200 individuals with intellectual
disabilities within the county. Due to the time, energy, dedication, and
commitment of the many volunteers, Special Olympics has been going strong for
several years. Even a few athletes from surrounding counties participate with
Tippecanoe County. A variety of opportunities is available from the role of
coach, to fund-raiser to timer and scorer.
Volunteers can even participate as an athlete themselves -- be a partner
on a Unified team! See the Sports page.
Volunteers increase integration and socialization opportunities for Special
Olympics athletes. The dedication of Special Olympics volunteers provides
mainstreaming experiences for athletes with intellectual disabilities.
Interested in volunteering? Dixie Stinson and Elaine Nicol are Volunteer Co-Coordinators.
Inquiries can be made through the Tippe County Contacts page.
Make a difference in someone's life -- assist the Special Olympic athletes in their "Training for Life.
http://www.soindiana.org/Volunteering/WhatitMeanstoVolunteer/
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Families
A Winning Combination of Sports, Sharing and Caring
From skiing to swimming, basketball to track and field, Special Olympics is
an opportunity for families to share in the accomplishment of their children...
be part of a year-round sports training and competition program that the whole
family can enjoy ... and share their joy with other families. Several
participating families say that Special Olympics has added a new dimension of
happiness for their family, improved their child's self image, and served as a
strong network for the family.
Families can choose their level of involvement in the Special Olympics
program. Some families provide not only encouragement and love, but may also
coach, offer transportation, assist with fundraising, officiate, chaperone, and
train other volunteers.
If you are interested in learning more about how you can involve a family
member in Special Olympics Tippecanoe County, please contact County
Coordinators, Gary & Jan Beeker. Visit our Tippe County
Contact page for communication links.
Family Links
Thank you for all suggestions!
... and for your interest in Special Olympics. "Get involved with someone special!"
Contact us if you have questions or wish
additional information.
http://www.soindiana.org/AthletesFamilies/WhereDoYouFitIn/
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