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YMCA Diverse Abilities Programs in Springfield

Diverse Abilities – YMCA provides a wide variety of programs to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age, or background, can thrive. Diverse Abilities offers individuals with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, and other special needs the opportunity to participate in a wide range of classes and activities tailored to their needs and comfort levels.

Diverse Abilities-YMCA programs include:

• SNAP (Special Needs Aquatics Program)
• Gymnastics
• Saturday Strikers providing a safe and welcoming environment for building skills and learning how to navigate the everyday world
• Sports

If you have any questions, please email diverseabilities@springfieldymca.org.

Your Vote Counts: A Self-Advocate’s Guide to Voting in the U.S.

The Autistic Self Advocacy Network has “Your Vote Counts: A Self-Advocate’s Guide to Voting in the U.S.” that includes how to get ready to vote and how to get accommodations when voting.