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It is the goal of the City of Chandler Therapeutic Recreation Program to facilitate the development, maintenance, and expression of an appropriate leisure lifestyle for individuals with physical, mental, emotional, or social limitations. We strive to meet the leisure needs of those individuals who are active in one or more of the following areas: sheltered workshop, Special Education classes, and one whose mental and/or physical disability limits that person from participating in regular recreation.
News and Special Events
2012 Special Olympics Awards Banquet
Friday June 1, 2012
6-8:30PM
Chandler Community center
125 E. Commonwealth Ave.
Click here for more information!
Annual Rootbeer Float Sale
Monday June 11, 2012
10-11:30AM
In front of the Downtown Library!
Click here for more information!
Bearizona-Flagstaff/Williams Daytrip
Saturday June 23, 2012
Click here for more information!
Mayor's Committee for People with Disabilities
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 “Talk of the Town” Newsletter
Watch for more details about our ever-so-popular Friday Night Social Club, Special Olympics and all other Therapeutic Recreation events in the upcoming editions of the Therapeutic Recreation “Talk of the Town” Newsletter. To be placed on the mailing list, please call Collette Prather at (480) 782-2709.
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Special Olympics & Unified Sports
**All Special Olympics and Unified Sports require 60% attendance in order to participate in state competition. Every athlete must have a current physical on file in Chandler before the first night of practice.
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For a complete list of programs, please see the Break Time.
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**CLICK HERE to see Therapeutic Recreation featured on"Come Out & Play Chandler!"**
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Medical Release Form
ALL athletes competing in any Special Olympics sport must have a current Arizona State Special Olympics medical form on file with the City of Chandler BEFORE beginning practice for any sport! There is a specific form that needs to be filled out by the doctor as well as the family. It is also suggested that you keep a copy of your current physical. If you are unsure if your medical form is up to date, please give us a call at (480) 782-2709.
Before returning the form, make a copy for your personal records. Please mail forms to:
Special Olympics
City of Chandler
MS 501, PO Box 4008
Chandler, AZ 85244-4008
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Registration Procedures
Individuals who meet the above criteria, and who are interested in joining these programs, should contact the Chandler Recreation Division in order to receive a registration form and become enrolled in the Therapeutic Program (new participants only). All participants must have a current registration form at the Chandler Community Center. All participants will automatically be put on our mailing list and will receive the monthly calendar, flyers, and other information regarding our programs.
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Volunteers are needed and always welcome!
There are many ways that you can contribute to the Special Olympics sports, classes, socials, or special programs. If you are a positive role model and interested in helping out with any of the fun and inspiring programs, please call Collette Prather at (480) 782-2709 or send an email to collette.prather@chandleraz.gov. You’ll be glad you made a difference.
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Staff
Collette Prather, CTRS, Recreation Coordinator I - 480-782-2709
Eliza Mercado, CTRS - Recreation Leader II, RPT - 480-782-2741
Travis Anderson, Recreation Leader II
Robin Sylvester, Recreation Leader II
Matt Harris, Recreation Leader II
Kristian Wostl, Recreation Leader II
Kris Jacobs, Recreation Leader II
Scott Nasser, Recreation Leader II
Jacob Harris, Recreation Leader I
Justin Harris, Recreation Leader I
Logann Gregg, Recreation Leader I
Jorin Larsen, Recreation Leader I
Laura Keller, Recreation Leader I
Jymie Rose, Recreation Leader I
Shelby Schicatano, Recreation Leader I
Stefani Larsen, Sign Language Interpreter
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Other Links
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