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General Agency Information |
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| Name: | Shared Adventures |
| Address: |
PO Box: 396 Santa Cruz, CA 95061 |
Contact Information |
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| Primary Phone: | 831-459-7210 |
| Email: | info@sharedadventures.org |
| Website: | http://www.sharedadventures.org |
Details |
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| Description: | Founded in 1994 by Foster Andersen, a survivor of a spinal cord injury with quadriplegia, Shared Adventures has provided hundreds of life-enriching recreational and social activities for people with special needs. At Shared Adventures, we get people outdoors and moving beyond limitation. A non-profit organization dedicated to improving quality of life for those with disabilities, we believe that recreation, fun, challenge, and access to the outdoors are essential to health and fulfillment. |
| Mission: | Our goal is to offer opportunities for social and recreational interaction for disabled people, and thereby encourage: Personal growth, development, and self-confidence Cooperation, decision-making, and leadership skills Outdoor skills and environmental awareness Improved quality of life and level of happiness |
| Volunteer Info: | Volunteering is another way to join in the adventure: over a thousand volunteers have indispensable roles in making our events and activities happen and changing lives for people living with disabilities. Please visit the website for more information. |
| Languages other than English: | None |
| Accommodations for Disabled Persons: | Parking & Wheelchair Access |
| Public Transportation: | Available Within Two Blocks |
| Eligibility: | Contact for Information |
| Fees: | Call for Information |
| Areas Served: | Santa Cruz County |
Officials/Contact Persons |
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| Officials: |
Foster Andersen Founder/President |
Subject Headings |
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| Subject Headings: |
Kayaking Physical Disabilities Private Nonprofits Recreation Therapy Recreational Activities/Sports Rock Climbing Surfing Volunteer Opportunities |
| This agency was last updated on April 19, 2018. | |