Splashercise is a warm water exercise program for children ages 6-16 with a disability or specific diagnosis.
This program will benefit individuals with: *status post orthopedic surgery *juvenile arthritis *spina bifada *cystic fibrosis *cerebral palsy *diabetes *asthma
A licensed therapist will focus on: *age appropriate strengthening *range of motion *stretching *weight bearing *balance *endurance activities
Volunteers do not need to be lifeguards or CPR / First Aid certified. Volunteers are asked to get in the water to provide morale boosts and extra safety precautions. Volunteers may also be asked to help set up and clean up activities.
Splashercise classes take place every Tuesday evening for six weeks. Volunteers should commit to participating in minimum 5 of 6 classes.
Contact Brittany Personett (Ph: 309/686-1177 ext. 2301, Email: bpersonett@eastersealsci.com).
