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Adaptive recreation has revolutionized opportunities for individuals with disabilities, fostering inclusion, physical fitness, and personal growth. Among the many adaptive sports available, wheelchair basketball stands out as one of the most popular and impactful activities, offering both recreational enjoyment and competitive pathways.
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The Intouchables is the story of Philippe, a wealthy paraplegic and Driss, an ex-con who becomes his caregiver. On paper, they are worlds apart—Philippe lives in a gilded cage of privilege and disability, while Driss struggles with poverty and societal rejection. Yet their shared loneliness, though veiled in vastly different circumstances, forms the bedrock of their connection.
Julie Strenn continues to not only provide incredible leadership at ODC, but is also an amazing advocate in this state.
Past Events
Join Wisconsin's Connect Affect, the UW Whitewater Warhawks Wheelchair Basketball Team and Woodson YMCA-Aspirus Branch for this very special INTERACTIVE event.
The Warhawks Wheelchair Basketball Team will be coming to give an interactive demo on wheelchair basketball.
Join in OR just sit and watch! They will also be taking some time to talk about disability awareness.
The UW Whitewater team has had both team members AND coaches at the Paralympics.
The Men's Team are 14-time National Champions, as recently as this year.
The Women's Team are 3-time National Champions.
Check out this article that highlights their journey prior to the 2024 Paralympics.
https://www.uww.edu/.../2024-03-warhawk-paralympians...
We hope you can join us. This event is FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.
Ladies, are you 𝗵𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 for one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts and decor? Join us for our Holiday Open House to find 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗢𝗦𝗧 𝗕𝗘𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗜𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗦𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 of gifts and decor! We will have complimentary coffee for everyone, and fall decor will be 50% off.
Find great gifts for everyone on your list while supporting ODC's business with purpose!
Our 2023 Annual Report
We had SO many exciting things happen at ODC in 2023. Download and read a copy of our Annual Report by clicking on the button below.