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Healthy Athletes Special Olympics Illinois

WEBCarolyn Cronin. Director - State Championships. Email: ccronin@soill.org. Phone: 331-431-4323. The Special Olympics Healthy Athletes program offers health services and information to athletes in need.

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URL: https://www.soill.org/healthy-athletes/

Region I Athlete Leading the Inclusive Health Movement as Health

WEBSpecial Olympics Health Messengers are athletes who are trained to serve as health and wellness leaders, educators, advocates and role models within their Special Olympics communities, as well as the community at large.

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Medical Form Information & Instructions Page: Page 1 of 4

WEBMedical Form Information & Instructions Page: Page 2 of 4 Updated: 05/19/21 Replaced: 08/01/19 _____ As of August 1, 2021, the only Medical Forms that will accepted will be the new Medical Forms dated

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Special Olympics Illinois Honor Cord Program

WEBThe Special Olympics Illinois Honor Cord Program is designed to recognize and honor a student’s dedication, hard work, and commitment to be part of leading the next Generation Unified. Upcoming graduating high school seniors are eligible to receive the Special Olympics Illinois honor cords prior to their high school commencement ceremony to

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Special Olympics Illinois eResources Special Olympics Illinois

WEBAs always, Special Olympics Illinois wants to provide athletes, families, youth leaders, coaches and anyone interested, with opportunities to be active, learn, be engaged, be supportive and be inclusive. If you would like to submit a video for consideration, check out the bottom of the page for how to do so.

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Guide for Wheelchair Users to Safely Use Exercise Equipment

WEBThis guide discusses safety, stability, adaptive equipment, accessibility, exercise precautions, and a full overview of the components of fitness including cardiovascular, strength and flexibility. There are nine chapters in this booklet, which can be downloaded here. Introduction. Special Considerations for Wheelchair Users. Adaptive …

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FACT SHEET ON WHO IS AT HIGHER RISK FROM COVID-19

WEBSpecial Olympics Illinois FACT SHEET ON WHO IS AT HIGHER RISK FROM COVID-19 . Subject to Change . Version: 7-2-2020 . Who is at higher risk of COVID-19?

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Springfield Athlete First in Illinois to Receive Free Hearing Aids

WEBDavid Wargo, 49, of Thayer was all smiles on Aug. 6 when he received two new Phonak hearing aids at the office of Dr. Charles Swain at Springfield Clinic Audiology.

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Gideon Akande Special Olympics Illinois

WEBTwo-time Chicago Golden Gloves champion and national winner of the Men’s Health Next Top Trainer competition, Gideon Akande excels at motivating people to be their best.

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What Special Olympics Means to our Family

WEBBy Cate Hunter. Special Olympics to me means a community, support system, and development path for all individuals, regardless of ability.

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Region H MedFest Special Olympics Illinois

WEBEvent Information. Region H will host a Medfest (Free Sports physicals) for all Region H athletes at SIU Family Medicine. Physicals will start at 8am. Athletes being screened will need to bring a completely filled out new Medical Application Form. Consent forms are also required if they have not turned one in previously.

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2019 MedFest a Huge Success Special Olympics Illinois

WEBOn November 6, 2019, the United Center hosted the 21st Annual Special Olympics Illinois MedFest. The 2019 MedFest brought over 1,700 aspiring and current Special Olympics athletes from across the city of Chicago to the United Center.

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Athlete: Change Can Be Scary, But Brings Rewards

WEBBy Eric Baumann of Vienna. A Special Olympics Illinois athlete and member of Board of Directors, Eric spoke to SOILL staff and board members at a meeting on Oct. 5, 2016

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MedFest Began 15 Years Ago with a Simple Question

WEBFifteen years ago, Howard Pizer, Senior Executive Vice President of the White Sox and United Center, asked Special Olympics executives a simple question: “What is the biggest impediment to having more athletes participate in Special Olympics?”

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Coaster Challenge: Participant Social Toolkit Special

WEBCoaster Challenge Website. Again, we thank you for your commitment to supporting the Coaster Challenge and Special Olympics Illinois. For questions regarding the social toolkit specifically, please contact Dylan Fadden at [email protected]. For additional questions about the 2022 Coaster Challenge, please email Jen Kelso at [email protected].

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The Inclusion Revolution Manifesto Special Olympics Illinois

WEBSpecial Olympics Athlete Leaders, from across the United States of America, recite the “Inclusion Revolution” Manifesto while at an Athlete Leadership Training in Chicago in July 2018.

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Athlete Application Special Olympics Illinois

WEBSeasonal Rate - June 16th - Sept. 13th - $59. Sept. 14th - June 15th - $66.93. Any US Special Olympics Athlete, or prospective athlete, who needs a Special Olympics sports physical can present the attached voucher at any of the 1,100+ MinuteClinics in CVS between now and July 31, 2024. To find a CVS/Minute Clinic near you please select this …

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Suburban Young Professionals Board Special Olympics Illinois

WEBSpecial Olympics Illinois’ Young Professionals Board (YPB) is an active group of young professionals from all sectors of the business community who work together to advance the mission of Special Olympics Illinois (SOILL). As members of the YPB, these young professionals offer their multi-faceted skill sets, life experience, diverse

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General Orientation Special Olympics Illinois

WEBGeneral Orientation is designed to serve as an introduction to Special Olympics. It is a required training and prerequisite for coaches attending a sport specific training school for certification. To start your General Orientation session please watch the video and answer the 10 questions below. Please complete the general information …

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The Importance of People First Language

WEBEDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a guest post from Daniel Smrokowski, Founder & CEO of Special Chronicles and an Athlete & Global Messenger for Special Olympics Illinois. Original article posted by The World of Special Olympics.

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Youth Activation Committee Special Olympics Illinois

WEBSpecial Olympics believes that through sports young people can make a difference in friendships, schools and communities. Unified Champion Schools is youth driven, with a Youth Activation Committee (YAC) made up of young people representing middle schools, high schools and colleges statewide. Members of the committee will work together over …

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