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Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children - Paralympic Sport Club Designation
The United States Paralympics Committee, a division of the U.S. Olympic Committee, has designated Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children as a Paralympic Sport Club. With this designation, Nemours joins a community-based club network in 48 states and D.C. offering competitive opportunities for athletes with visual and physical disabilities. Paralympic programs create a larger platform for physical engagement beyond just high-end competition. The clubs are open to children of all ages, and participants receive assistance and direction from physical therapists, occupational therapists and athletic trainers.
What is it?
The United States Paralympics Committee, a division of the U.S. Olympic Committee, has designated Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children as a Paralympic Sport Club. With this designation, Nemours joins a community-based club network in 48 states and D.C. offering competitive opportunities for athletes with visual and physical disabilities. Paralympic programs create a larger platform for physical engagement beyond just high-end competition. The clubs are open to children of all ages, and participants receive assistance and direction from physical therapists, occupational therapists and athletic trainers.
Who is it for?
Children with visual and physical disabilities.
Why do they do it?
The designation supports Nemours’ commitment to helping children of all ability levels grow up healthy.
Impact
More than 8,000 participants under 21 are currently involved in Paralympic Sports Clubs. At this time, the program is evolving at Nemours and they are accepting applicants.
Contact: Timothy Duer
Outpatient Therapy Services Manager
Telephone: 302-298-7019
Email: timothy.duer@nemours.org
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