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Community Resources
Whether it’s an athlete application, an educational link, or information about a great summer camp, this is where you’ll find the information you need to make the most of your time with Special Olympics Northern California!
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Abilities United (formerly C.A.R.)
A Bay Area organization offering training, education, and support to people with developmental (Down Syndrome, mental retardation, autism, and cerebral palsy) and other disabilities, and their families.
Education
Support for Families of Children with Disabilities
Since 1982, Support for Families of Children with Disabilities has offered information, education, and parent-to-parent support free of charge to families of children with any kind of disability or special health care need in San Francisco.
Athlete Support
Disabled Sports USA Far West
Disabled Sports USA Far West provides adaptive sports and recreation for people with disabilities. With 40 years of experience, their trained staff and volunteers guide you in discovering life without limits.
Recreation
California Telephone Access Program
This is a completely free program for disabled individuals in California that supplies them with telephones and other communication tools.
Equipment
Athlete Application for Participation
Application for participation in Special Olympics Northern California sports training and competitions.
Forms, Training + Competitions
Xenophon Therapeutic Riding Center
The center offers life-changing experiences for children with a wide range of disabilities through therapeutic horseback riding.
Athlete Support, Recreation
Downs Syndrome Center of Central California
The mission of DSACC is to enhance the quality of life for people with Down syndrome and their family members through education, social and support programs, offering a Fresno chapter for Northern California.
Athlete Support
Athlete Welcome Package
Includes all the forms and information you’ll need to get started as an athlete with Special Olympics Northern California, including application form and information guide.
Training + Competitions
Kid Power
Offers fun and active workshops for children and teens with developmental disabilities and their "grown-ups." They will learn and practice self-protection skills to use in everyday situations, helping prevent abuse and assault.
Education
