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Golf Program

Sister Kenny Golf Program

(Watch the KARE-11 Extra on the golf program)

Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Institute offers a golf league and annual golf tournament, making it possible for people who have had polio, amputations, arthritis, strokes, spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities to enjoy golf with family and friends. Participants can try a variety of adapted equipment, receive individualized golf-swing instruction and lessons from a golf pro.

The Golf Program is offered through Abbott Northwestern Hospital and has the following services:

The Golf Program would like to thank the Marvin and Elayne Wolfenson Fund for Golfers with Disabilities and the Toro Corporation.

Costs
Golfers are responsible to pay the course greens fee of $10 each week. Golf carts are courtesy of Braemar Golf Course. There is a nominal registration fee for the league and tournament. A scholarship may be available upon request.

Location
The golf program is held at Braemar Golf Course, 6364 John Harris Drive in Edina, Minn. (952-826-6799). Golf lessons are offered the first five weeks and a golf tournament is held at the end of the summer.

Registration
Download the registration form (requires Adobe Reader).

Sister Kenny Golf Program Referral
To make a referral, request a brochure, or for other information on the Sister Kenny Golf Program, contact Paige Safranski or Susan Hagel:
Tele: 612-863-5712
Fax: 612-863-5224
e-mail: Paige.Safranski@allina.com or Susan.Hagel@allina.com

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Sister Kenny Rehabilitation Institute
800 E. 28th St.
Minneapolis, MN 55407
612-863-4466
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