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| Once again, Special Touch Ministry has been requested to provide volunteer supportive services for people with disabilities at Sonshine Music Festival, July 17-19, 2008 in Willmar, Minnesota. Download complete details here (PDF).
Special Touch Ministry, Inc., a national non-profit organization provides lots of opportunities for people with disabilities to experience God, to be included in the church, and to build meaningful relationships becoming really good friends with caring believers like you and me.
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Special Touch Ministry will be providing Disability Support and Services at the |
2008 SONSHINE MUSIC FESTIVAL - July 17-19, 2008 |
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| The Special Touch ‘Tech Truck’ will be at the ‘Tent City’ grounds, near the main entrance, this year to provide care supplies and equipment for use for people with disabilities (minimum deposit required). Equipment such as Wheelchairs, Hoyer Lifts, Bedside Commodes, and Shower Chairs will be available.
Also available will be a group of Special Touch Volunteer Staff to assist people with disabilities and their caregivers.
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Toby Mac, David Crowder Band, Third Day, and many more!
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Special Touch Ministry, Inc. has free tickets FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES! |
- If you have a Physical Disability: A free ticket is available for you and one attendant, if necessary for your care. |
| - If you have a mild mental disability, and require no supportive care: You may be eligible to receive a free ticket. Call Special Touch Ministry, Inc. at 715-258-2713 or email ministry@specialtouch.org to qualify. |
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To receive this free offer, you MUST register through Special Touch Ministry, Inc.
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| Accommodations |
- Bring your own tent, van, or motor home for sleeping.
- There is FREE temporary camping, in an accessible area of the campground, close to accesible showers, portable wheelchair accessible commodes, concessions and the staging area.
- No campfires permitted (Temporary campsites do have picnic tables, trees. Campsites do NOT have electricity.) Bring what you need. |
| Alternative Accommodations |
| - If this doesn't work for you, there are permanent campgrounds and hotels in nearby cities available. Call to check availability. They are filling up fast! See the Sonshine website at www.sonshinefestival.com. |
| Food |
| - A variety of food is available for purchase on site - healthy foods to savory desserts. |
| Directions / Map |
- From Hwy 12 east or west: county road 9 north about four miles. Run right into it!
- From Hwy 71 north or south: hwy 71/23 bypass to civic center exit. Right there!
- Best option for directions: stop at any gas station in the area, you are only 5 minutes away!
- Click here for a map |
| Additional Information |
Special Touch will reserve you a place in an accessible area of the compound, close to accessible showers, portable wheelchair accessible commodes, the Special Touch Tech Truck, concessions and the staging area. As space is limited, please let us know if you will be rooming off-grounds.
For more information on Festival events, nearby hotel, bands, or to purchase tickets for other people, check out the Sonshine Festival Website at www.sonshinefestival.com or call them at 1-800-965-9324 |
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| Registration Form for People with Physical Disabilities (and pre-approved individuals with mental disabilities) |
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