Frequently Asked Questions
The following are some of the frequently asked questions about Return to Program.
Check back from time to time as this list will be updated on an ongoing basis.
Special Olympics Ontario uses the Province of Ontario website to gather information and reports regarding COVID-19.
Please visit the following page to access the list of communities and their respective health units.
https://www1.specialolympicsontario.com/return-to-program/home/health-and-safety/
If washroom facilities are available, the athlete will be required to go to the washroom to wash their hand regularly through the training session. If washroom facilities are not available, the athlete will be required to attend the training session with an alternate method of washing their hands (soap/bottled water, hydrogen peroxide, etc)
Special Olympics Ontario has acquired hand sanitizer for distribution to the communities. Please contact your Program Consultant to request a supply of hand sanitizer.
Whether you are an athlete or a coach, you are not obligated to return to programs. It will be your decision as to when you are ready to begin attending training sessions. We ask that you let your Head Coach/Community Council know that you will not be returning so they can plan training sessions accordingly.
Please contact your local Health Unit to get direction on isolation times and contract tracing (if required).
Please contact your local Health Unit or your health practitioner to discuss your symptoms.
Please stay home if you are sick. It is really important to prevent the spread of all viruses (COVID, Flu, Colds, etc). Preventing the spread of viruses helps protect your fellow athletes and coaches from getting sick.
At this time, you may resume a regular training session that includes hand over hand instruction, scrimmages, regular use of sport equipment, etc. However, preventing the spread of viruses should always be a priority so please ensure your team members wash their hands before and after training sessions, sanitize your sports equipment regularly, and remind all team members that if they are not feeling well, to please stay home.