Adaptive Activities for Adults
Stay active in the YC community through wellness and recreation, social connectivity, advocacy and access opportunities.
Youth Challenge doesn’t stop when you turn 18! Our adult programming is for YC alumni, volunteers, and new friends alike to stay connected, build community, and continue growing together.
Recreation & Wellness
To promote an active lifestyle, champion the benefits of being included on a team, grow an appreciation for the outdoors, and care for the mental and physical health of ourselves and our community.
Social Connectivity
To maintain healthy social interaction as a conduit for building a stronger and more resilient community, in the hopes that positive experiences at YC diffuse into broader aspects of our lived experiences.
Advocacy & Access
To understand that we have a responsibility to advocate for ourselves and each other, because accessibility, inclusion, and access to opportunity are human rights that we must work to protect and advance, for the good of our community.
Eligibility
Adults with physical disabilities find community among peers who understand their journey, while volunteers grow as supportive allies. Everyone forms meaningful connections through shared experiences.
As members of the YC Adult Community, you are expected to provide your own transportation to and from programs. If you require any personal assistance at programs, please make arrangements to provide your own personal care assistant, as staff are limited. The suggested seasonal donation is $25.
I’ve been a part of Youth Challenge for 33 years. In that time, I’ve had so many incredible opportunities. Every sport or activity you’ve ever done, Youth Challenge probably does it too, but they go the extra mile and do it better.
Youth Challenge shows the community that just because we may look different due to our individual disabilities, we’re the same as everyone else. I’ve learned so many life lessons through this program and made lifelong friendships along the way.
- Bob Vitko, Alumni Participant
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Why Join Youth Challenge as an Adult?
Adulthood can come with new challenges and opportunities, especially when navigating life with a disability. YC’s adult programming helps build a sense of belonging, encourages healthy living, and fosters lifelong friendships in an inclusive, supportive space.
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Need More Information?
Contact:
Sarah Cooney, Alumni Manager, at [email protected]
Sara Steimle, Alumni Program Coordinator, at [email protected]
or call 440-892-1001.