ALL children deserve to scout! We can work with you to make a fun scouting experience for your special needs.
Scouting America provided links:
Able Scouts
Articles on Scouting with special needs and disabilities.
Scoutsfun.com – Advancement For Scouts With Disabilities
Mostly directed toward Troop level.
Special Needs and Disabilities – Serving Scouts with Disabilities
National’s web page for information helping us work with your scout for an amazing adventure.
Introduction to working with Scouts with Special Needs and Disabilities
Individual Scout Advancement Plan
Utilizing your doctor, school, and scout’s abilities, we can create a plan to help your scout advance at an achievable rate.
Request for Registration Beyond the Age of Eligibility
While this is more geared towards older scouts, we can still use this to keep your scout at the pack level.
DEI Highlight – Special Needs: Safety Moment on Vehicle Safety While as a pack we do not transport scouts on a regular basis, we can work with you to safely transport your scout.
Disability Awareness Fair Ideas
Activities and Ideas to help other scouts understand potential limitations.
Local Links
Lighted Way Association Inc
815-224-1345
lightedway1@yahoo.com
Starved Rock Regional Center
815-434-0857
info@starvedrockcenter.org
United Way of the Illinois Valley
815-223-8339
julie.liveunited@sbcglobal.net