Inclusive Golf Program
Through the game of golf, individuals become actively engaged in the social fabric of a community and derive health benefits that improve quality of life. Integrating the necessary accommodations and modifications will aid in reducing issues around accessibility and negative social attitudes.
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Mission: To foster inclusion in our communities by providing children and adults living with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental illness, and in recovery for substance use disorders the opportunity to gain experience and play the game of golf by providing golf clinics and other activities intended to meet their needs.
Vision: Inclusion for all — Encourage and impact the lives of individuals living with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental illness, and in recovery for substance use disorders by providing opportunities of physical and social development through the game of golf, integrating the necessary accommodations, modifications, and resources to play the game.
Details
Golf etiquette and safety
Learning golf basics (putting, chipping, driving, etc.)
Fall and Spring sessions – once per week for four weeks – 1.5 hours per session
Water/drinks and snacks provided
Graduation ceremony (meal included)
Guidelines for partnership organizations
Signed participation/media forms by parent or guardian for each participant
Emergency contact information
Weekly attendance reporting
Provide transportation
On-site staff support and feedback
Donations will be used toward the purchase of equipment, and related expenses, to conduct golf clinics at the Ken Lanning Golf Center in Jefferson City for children and adults living with developmental disabilities, mental illness and in recovery for substance use disorders.