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Adaptive Sports & Recreation Programs
Adaptive sports correlate with reduced PTSD symptoms and suicide risk. VA grants $16M+ annually to adaptive-sports programs — but discoverability is poor. Find a program near you.
8 programs listed across 6 states and territories.
Adaptive athletics is a recognized therapeutic intervention for combat trauma + physical disability. Many programs are family-inclusive.
Eligibility
- Service-connected disability (or DoD documentation of injury/illness).
- Most programs accept all branches + eras.
- Programs are typically free or low-cost; VA may pay travel.
Coverage by state
| State | Listed |
|---|---|
| Maryland | 3 |
| Colorado | 1 |
| Idaho | 1 |
| Kentucky | 1 |
| New York | 1 |
| Texas | 1 |
Featured programs
3725 Alexandria Pike, Cold Spring, KY 41076
11301 Brookville Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20902