Lecture 14CHAPTER 14: SPECIAL POPULATIONS AND SPORTSpecial Populations in United StatesMore than 54 million people have at least one mental or physical disability.Almost 100 million Americans are older than 50.These populations are discriminated against and excluded.Physical activity has benefits that are important to their quality of life, just like the general population!Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)U.S. law enacted in 1990. (George Bush)Eliminates discrimination in several areas.EmploymentGovernmentPublic accommodationsTelecommunicationsTransportationProvide closed captioning along with sign language interpretersImplications of ADA for SportDramatic change in sport opportunitiesMore representation for programs for people with disabilities by governing bodiesMainstreaming into regular sport programsBecause degree of disability ranges widely, sport programs conduct their activities with this range in mind more often.Growth of the ParalympicsGames for athletes who have amputations, visual impairment, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, MS, dwarfism, and others.1960 inaugural games were in Rome, Italy.400 athletes from 23 countries participated.Today, over 5,000 athletes from 120 countries in Summer Paralympics.International Paralympic Committee leads.Jerome Singleton Jr.Paralympic athlete from IrmoTrack and fieldParalympics in United StatesDivision of USOC, founded in 2001.Manages 18 sports, funding over $23 million.Mission: To be the world leader in the Paralympic movement by developing comprehensive and sustainable elite programs for our athletes. To utilize our Olympic and Paralympic platform to promote excellence in the lives of persons with disabilities.Special OlympicsIncludes athletes with intellectual disabilities, cognitive delays, significant learning disabilities, or vocational problems.Represents 185 countries, 1.7 million athletes.First games were in Chicago, with 1,000 athletes.Goal is to improve fitness, develop skills, and increase confidence and self-image.Special Olympic World Games every four years.Eunice Kennedy ShriverJFK’s sister founded the special olympicsDiscussion: Do you have friends or family who are disabled?What are their experiences in sport and physical activity?Statistics on Older AdultsIn United States, more than 81 million adults between age 45-65.40 million over age 65. This number will grow rapidly (baby boomers).Adults over 55 control 70% of the net worth of U.S. households.They have twice the discretionary spending of younger market segments.Sport Participation for Older AdultsAssociationsAARP (American Association of Retired Persons)International Council on Active Aging (ICAA)Performance sportsMasters, senior toursIn 2010, 15,000 athletes in the National Summer Senior Games in Houston1% decline a year in physical ability from age 50 to 80, then more rapidSport Participation Trends for Older AdultsHuge increase in physical activity and sports for the over-50 group.Definition of old age changing, along with expectations.Increase in lifetime activities: Swimming, tennis, walking, golf, yoga, dance.Communities offer inexpensive programs.More opportunity with minimum age limits.Discussion: What physical activities do you expect to be performing when you are over 55?Will you compete for high performance or for fun?Do you engage in that activity now?Issues for Special PopulationsAcceptanceFunding and organizational supportCommunity program opportunitiesTrainers, coaches, administrators, officialsEquipmentInclusion with other populationsMedia supportSPTE 110 1st Edition Lecture 14 CHAPTER 14: SPECIAL POPULATIONS AND SPORT Special Populations in United States- More than 54 million people have at least one mental or physical disability.- Almost 100 million Americans are older than 50. - These populations are discriminated against and excluded. - Physical activity has benefits that are important to their quality of life, just like the general population! Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)- U.S. law enacted in 1990. (George Bush)- Eliminates discrimination in several areas.o Employmento Governmento Public accommodationso Telecommunicationso Transportation- Provide closed captioning along with sign language interpreters  Implications of ADA for Sport- Dramatic change in sport opportunities- More representation for programs for people with disabilities by governing bodies- Mainstreaming into regular sport programs- Because degree of disability ranges widely, sport programs conduct their activities with this range in mind more often.These notes represent a detailed interpretation of the professor’s lecture. GradeBuddy is best used as a supplement to your own notes, not as a substitute. Growth of the Paralympics- Games for athletes who have amputations, visual impairment, cerebral palsy, spinal cord injuries, MS, dwarfism, and others.- 1960 inaugural games were in Rome, Italy.- 400 athletes from 23 countries participated.- Today, over 5,000 athletes from 120 countries in Summer Paralympics.- International Paralympic Committee leads.- Jerome Singleton Jr.o Paralympic athlete from Irmoo Track and field  Paralympics in United States- Division of USOC, founded in 2001.- Manages 18 sports, funding over $23 million.- Mission: To be the world leader in the Paralympic movement by developing comprehensive and sustainable elite programs for our athletes. To utilize our Olympic and Paralympic platform to promote excellence in the lives of persons with disabilities.  Special Olympics- Includes athletes with intellectual disabilities, cognitive delays, significant learning disabilities, or vocational problems.- Represents 185 countries, 1.7 million athletes.- First games were in Chicago, with 1,000 athletes.- Goal is to improve fitness, develop skills, and increase confidence and self-image.- Special Olympic World Games every four years.- Eunice Kennedy Shriver o JFK’s sister founded the special olympics Discussion: Do you have friends or family who are disabled?What are their experiences in sport and physical activity?Statistics on Older Adults- In United States, more than 81 million adults between age 45-65.- 40 million over age 65. This number will grow rapidly (baby boomers).- Adults over 55 control 70% of the net worth of U.S. households.- They have twice the discretionary spending of younger market segments.Sport Participation for Older Adults- Associationso AARP