Local Program Spotlight - Clackamas County

Joanne Trask, the local program coordinator (LPC) for Special Olympics Oregon - Clackamas County, has found recent success through an increased focus on local programming.

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Local Program Spotlight - Marion County

 “Our focus has always been and will continue to be having fun,” said Mike Patterson, one of Special Olympics Oregon - Marion County’s superstar coaches.

A few years ago, there were no teams designated for athletes under the age of 18 in Marion County; the ten or so children involved in Special Olympics Oregon - Marion County were spread amongst the adult teams from around the county. Since he became involved, Patterson has expanded the youth program to serve around 40 athletes on a variety of youth-only teams.  

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Local Program Spotlight - Linn County

Melissa Holcomb, (Pictured right, with Britt Oase, CEO on the left)  the newly-appointed Local Program Coordinator for Linn County, Oregon, has brought a new energy to her community, helping her local program flourish in the midst of uncertainty.  

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