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 each week. Fees include cart and range balls. Green fees are $12 at Braemar Golf Course and $15 at Island Lake.
There is a registration fee for the league and tournament. A scholarship may be available upon request.
Location
- Monday afternoon league
Braemar Golf Course's Executive 9
6364 John Harris Drive, Edina, MN
952-826-6799
Tee times are avaialble from 2 to 6 p.m.
- Thursday afternoon league
Island Lake Golf and Training Facility
1000 Red Fox Rd., Shoreview, MN
651-787-0383
Tee times are available from 2 to 4:30 p.m.
Registration
Download a registration form (requires Adobe Reader).
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
Braemar Golf Course Island Lake Golf and Training Facility Ladies Professional Golf Association Minnesota Golf Association Professional Golf Association United States Golf Association
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