The U.S. Olympic Committee (USOC) Paralympic Military Program provides post-rehabilitation support and mentoring to American servicemen and women who've sustained physical injuries. Veterans are introduced to adaptive sport techniques and opportunities through clinics and camps and are also connected with ongoing Paralympic sports programs in their hometowns.
The program isn't just about sports; it's also about attitude, camaraderie and promoting healthy, active lifestyles. A huge role in that process is played by mentors, made up of Paralympic athletes - athletes who've gone through similar experiences by overcoming their own physical disabilities to achieve excellence.
Download the USOC Paralympic Military Program brochure.
Participants and other supporters of the program are often recognized with a challenge coin, which is a strong military tradition. The modern challenge coin is a small coin or medallion bearing an organization's logo or emblem and dating back to World War I. In the military tradition, coins are given to improve morale, foster unit esprit and reward exceptional work or support.
Department of Defense Memorandum of Understanding in support of the USOC Paralympic Military Program.
USOC Paralympic Military Program Contacts
