Thanks to a generous grant from the Craig H. Neilsen Foundation, the Atlanta chapter of United Spinal Association has launched the first community-based adaptive esports and video game program in Georgia. The chapter is conducting gaming clinics and workshops to introduce the sport to wheelchair users. It also shares its knowledge of accessible gaming and technology with rehabilitation professionals and others who are interested in establishing eSports programs in their areas.
Adaptive gamers looking to play competitively can join Nerve Gaming, which has teams playing in Apex Legends, Call Of Duty: Warzone, and Rocket League.
“We want to get people playing for fun and community. Getting people together creates bonds and relationships. And if someone needs help with something else you have a nice tight group,” says Dr. Mitchell Tepper, president of the Atlanta chapter. Team practices and competitions are online so you can join nationwide by downloading Discord. Stay in touch with United Spinal‘s Atlanta-based adaptive esports program through Facebook and Instagram pages.
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