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Dr. Alicia Bazzano speaking from her home.
In the News

Caring for People With Intellectual Disabilities During COVID-19: 4 Tips for Healthcare Professionals

In this interview for QuickTake by Bloomberg, SOI Chief Health Officer Dr. Alicia Bazzano discusses why people with intellectual disabilities are at a higher risk for COVID-19, and why maintaining proper hygiene and finding ways to remain active is so important.
Loretta finger weaving a friendship bracelet.
Athletes

How to Make a Friendship Bracelet

Loretta Claiborne is the Vice Chair of the Special Olympics Board of Directors and athlete from Pennsylvania. In this expert tip video, she demonstrates how to make a friendship bracelet.
Stephanie flexing her biceps.
Athletes

Athlete Stephanie Ching Shares Fitness Tips and a Toolkit for Caregivers

Stephanie Ching has been a tenacious Special Olympics athlete for more than 25 years and has the medals to prove it!
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Robert Jones sitting at his desk giving a presentation.
Athletes

How to Color Pictures with Adobe Illustrator

Looking for a way to bring your black and white illustrations to life? In this video, Bobby Jones, Special Olympics Virginia, demonstrates how to color in pictures using Adobe Illustrator.
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Hanna Joy Atkinson dancing in her living room.
Athletes

Hanna’s List of Fun Indoor Activities

Hanna Joy Atkinson, a Sargent Shriver International Global Messenger from Colorado, shares these tips to have fun and keep busy while indoors.
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Athlete receiving hugs and kisses from two adult mother figures.
Athletes

Self-Care Tips for Special Olympics Families

As you care for your loved ones, remember to care for yourself, especially during stressful times.
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World Health Day
Athletes

World Health Day

Special Olympics athletes from around the world thank our healthcare workers for their tireless efforts to keep us all safe!
Athlete doing crunches on a yoga mat inside.
Community Impact

International Day of Sport for Development and Peace During a Time of Social Distancing

In August 2013, the United Nations proclaimed 6 April to be the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace. It is a global day to recognize “the positive influence that sport can have on the advancement of human rights, and social and economic development.”
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Vince shows his muscles.
Athletes

Special Olympics Gold Medalist Reveals his At-home Workout

Vince Egan, a 2017 Special Olympics World Winter Games gold medal winner in alpine skiing from Colorado, competes in five Special Olympics sports and coaches youth basketball.
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Hillary smiling at an indoor swimming pool.
Athletes

Catching Up With Hillary

For Autism Awareness Month, we get fitness advice and tips from a wise Health Messenger.
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