Fort Schuyler Club
The World Curling Federation wants to expand its program to include individuals with visual impairments and cerebral palsy. It will be the first of its kind in the United States, with the ultimate goal of participation in the 2018 Paralympic Games. The Central Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired and Upstate Cerebral Palsy have partnered with Sitrin Health Care Center - which already has a competitive wheelchair curling program - to introduce this exciting sport to individuals with visual impairments and cerebral palsy, and all special needs.
Rock the House is the first fundraiser to benefit this program. Named after curling terms, the “house” describes the three concentric circles where points are scored, and the “rock” refers to a curling stone. We found it fitting to Rock the House in celebration of the partnership between the Central Association for the Blind & Visually Impaired, Sitrin Health Care Center, and Upstate Cerebral Palsy. Proceeds from this event will advance participation in adaptive curling competitions locally, nationally, and internationally. The Central New York Adaptive Curling Fund was recently established at The Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties, Inc. to maintain funds for this program.
Please call 724-6907 ext. 2278 for more information.