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Facts About the 32nd
National Veterans Wheelchair Games During
the week of June 25 - 30, 2012, Richmond VA Medical Center and the Virginia
Mid-Atlantic Chapter Paralyzed Veterans of America will host a week of exciting
athletic events, where some of the top wheelchair Veterans will come to dispplay
their athletic abilities.
During the Games:
-Nearly 600 Veterans with disabilities are expected to compete.
   
-17 competitive events including: quad rugby, archery, table tennis and
basketball. Please visit
www.wheelchairgames.va.gov for a complete list of events.
     
-Athletes travel from across the United States, as well as Puerto Rico and
Great Britain to participate.
Volunteer
Volunteers play a critical role in the success of the 2012 Games. Close to
3,000 individuals are needed. There are many volunteer opportunities
including: -Assisting with athletic events -Serving Meals
-Handing out water, towels and ice
Almost
Anyone Can Volunteer Interested participants must be at least 14
years old and be willing to pitch in and help our athletes for at least four
hours any one day of volunteering. If you would like to volunteer as an
individual or as a group, contact: Janell Giles or Janet Langhorne at (804)
675-5107.
Forms The forms below must
be completed and submitted in order to be able to volunteer.(click on the forms
to view in fillable pdf format)
-Application
for Voluntary Service (VHA-10-7055) -NVWG
Volunteer Application
Official
NVWG Brochure
If you
would like to volunteer you may do so online by clicking here.
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