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VIDEO PODCAST: Breaking Barriers and Building Community Through Adaptive Sports with Lisa Hilborn

Get an inside look at the dynamic world of adaptive sports and how they foster recovery, community, and empowerment right here at Casa Colina.

Hear directly from Lisa Hilborn, our passionate Director of Outdoor Adventures, Recreational Therapy, and Wheelchair Sports. Lisa recently joined Pathways to Healing - The Perfect Step Podcast for an inspiring and informative conversation, drawing on her 35 years of experience in helping individuals thrive through activity.

In the full video interview, Lisa dives into:

  • Her personal journey into adaptive sports, a field she views as "coaching at the highest level."
  • The fascinating technology and customization behind adaptive equipment – including a close look at a specialized sports wheelchair, emphasizing it's a "tool, not a stigma."
  • How Casa Colina's unique Outdoor Adventures (ODA) program offers diverse activities like wheelchair basketball, rugby, handcycling, sailing, and climbing, welcoming the entire community (not just former patients) with a physical disability.
  • The vital link between sport participation, building mental resilience, overcoming challenges, and enhancing the recovery process.
  • How adaptive sports powerfully challenge perceptions and break down societal barriers by showcasing incredible ability.
  • Insights into building successful programs and fostering a supportive, inclusive culture.

Ready for the full story, detailed explanations, and Lisa's infectious enthusiasm? Get her complete insights firsthand.  Watch the complete episode of Pathways to Healing - The Perfect Step Podcast featuring Lisa Hilborn here.

The Perfect Step Video Podcast