• Who Said You Needed Sight to Play Sports?

  • Oct 24 2024
  • Length: 29 mins
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Who Said You Needed Sight to Play Sports?

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  • Join hosts Penn and Moses Street as they tackle misconceptions about blindness and share personal, humorous stories in this episode of The Blind Chick. They’re joined by Chelsea Elder from Adaptive Adventures, who highlights the life-changing impact of adaptive sports programs. Chelsea shares how her organization provides outdoor recreation opportunities across the country for people with disabilities, along with their families and caregivers.
    From kayaking to Dragon Boat racing, this episode shows that blindness is just the beginning of the adventure.
    For more on Adaptive Adventures, visit adaptiveadventures.org. Have questions or comments for The Blind Chick? Reach out at (720) 712-8856 or email feedback@aftersight.org.
    Also, don’t forget that Colorado Gives Day is coming up on December 10th! Donations open on November 1st and support Aftersight’s mission. Make a difference by contributing—it's a great tax write-off and helps us continue our work! Visit coloradogives.org for more information and to donate.
    Takeaways
    Blindness is often misunderstood, leading to misconceptions about what blind people look like.
    Adaptive Adventures provides inclusive sports opportunities for individuals with disabilities and their families.
    Community engagement is crucial for creating sustainable adaptive sports programs.
    Lived experience among staff enhances the support provided to participants.
    Adaptive sports can help individuals with disabilities regain confidence and independence.
    Inclusion of families in adaptive sports fosters a sense of togetherness and support.
    The importance of collaboration with other organizations to expand resources and reach.
    Celebrating small victories can lead to significant changes in individuals' lives.
    Adaptive Adventures focuses on removing barriers to participation in sports.
    Creating a supportive community is essential for the success of adaptive sports programs.
    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction to The Blind Chick Podcast
    02:50 Exploring Blindness and Perception
    06:00 Adaptive Adventures: A Passion for Inclusion
    12:05 Community Engagement and Support
    18:46 The Importance of Lived Experience
    24:00 Celebrating Achievements and Community
    26:53 Conclusion and Future Discussions
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