Marion County Special Olympics
Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Marion, Ohio - Marion County
Source checked
May 15, 2026
North Central Ohio
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Map and directions
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2387 Harding Highway East, Marion, OH 43302
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Quick answer
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Provider overview
Marion County Special Olympics offers year-round sports training and competition in Marion, with sports such as basketball, bocce, flag football, soccer, softball, swimming, track and field, unified golf, and volleyball.
Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities provides advocacy, resources, and services so people with developmental disabilities can live, learn, and earn in Marion County.
Quick facts
- Registration
- We did not find this in the public sources we checked
- Contact page
- https://www.marioncountydd.org/special-olympics/
- Phone
- 740-375-6185
- Ages
- Athletes at least age 8 who are identified with intellectual disability, cognitive delays, or significant learning or vocational problems due to cognitive delay
- Season
- Year-round Special Olympics training with sport seasons listed by month
- Cost
- Families should confirm athlete eligibility, required forms, current sports, practice costs, uniforms, transportation, competition travel, volunteer support, and registration timing before each season.
Location contacts
Public contacts that may help you reach the right office. Confirm before visiting.
The source lists Tabitha Butcher, Manager of Community Services, as the participation and volunteer contact.
Programs and offerings
Source-linked details we found. Current options may differ, so confirm directly.
Marion County Special Olympics sports
Year-round Special Olympics sports with eligibility, sport seasons, and participation contact listed by Marion County DD.
- Ages
- Athletes at least age 8 who are identified with intellectual disability, cognitive delays, or significant learning or vocational problems due to cognitive delay
- Season
- Year-round Special Olympics training with sport seasons listed by month
- Schedule
- The source lists sport seasons by month and says families should contact the community services manager before the season to participate.
- Cost
- Families should confirm athlete eligibility, required forms, current sports, practice costs, uniforms, transportation, competition travel, volunteer support, and registration timing before each season.
How we checked this listing (1 public source)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- Last checked
- May 15, 2026
- Why this is listed
- The official Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities Special Olympics page describes year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, lists eligibility, sports and seasons, and gives a direct participation contact.
- Sources used
- 1 public source
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
Marion County Special Olympics sports
The official Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities Special Olympics page describes year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, lists eligibility, sports and seasons, and gives a direct participation contact.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: The source says Special Olympics contributes to physical, social, and psychological development through sports experiences and community participation.
Access notes to confirm: Families should confirm eligibility documentation, athlete forms, coach support, practice locations, transportation, sensory or communication accommodations, and any sport-specific safety requirements.
What we checked
What we found: The official Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities Special Olympics page describes year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities, lists eligibility, sports and seasons, and gives a direct participation contact.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
Public pages used for this listing.
- Government sourceMarion County DD Special Olympics
Please confirm current details directly before enrolling.
What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
Use these as a starting point. They are not a quality rating or recommendation.
- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- For sports: what equipment, experience level, classification, practice location, transportation, and caregiver participation should we plan for?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Common questions
Is Marion County Special Olympics reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.
What information should families confirm with Marion County Board of Developmental Disabilities?
Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.
Where did the listing information come from?
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