Summary
Organization name
Outdoor Mindset
other names
OM
2010
Category
Diseases, Disorders & Medical Disciplines
Organization Size
Small Organization
Address
984 Spring RoadDurango, CO 81303
CO, US
Outdoor Mindset unites and empowers people affected by neurological challenges through a common passion for the outdoors. Our focus on relationships and the outdoors encourages people to change their perceptions of diagnosis from limitation to opportunity.
HOW WE DO IT
OM Community
We build a virtual and in-person community for people affected by neurological challenges who love the outdoors. The OM Community is available for patients, caretakers, family, friends, and healthcare providers.
OM Meetup Groups
Regional meetup groups strengthen connections and empower people in the OM community to get outside with others in their local area.
OM Scholarship
This scholarship encourages people in the OM community to live big through a funded adventure of their choice.
Testimonials
"After all is said and done - when you connect with another person facing a neurological challenge, no matter where they are in the process - you GET IT. There are no words that can be expressed to share what that connection is like - it's deep, powerful and a feeling of relief comes over you that you don't have to try and explain what is going on in your head. It's SO helpful to have someone to talk to - someone who has been there."
"Outdoor Mindset is a great example of living life to its fullest despite having a neurological disorder. Still using a safe environment, this organization shows that you can still lead an active lifestyle, pursue your dreams, and be an everyday person, while living with epilepsy or another neurological disorder"
"The mission of Outdoor Mindset resonates deeply with me. My connection and love for the outdoors brought me through my most challenging elements of brain surgery. When I was looking for hope prior to surgery, it was hart to find. Outdoor Mindset brings this all together in one place. It is an organization where you can find information, hope, and friends who have traveled a similar path with common inspiration from the outdoors"
"I became a member of Outdoor Mindset to inspire others and to become part of something bigger than myself"
"Wonderful, unselfish organization that has it right. Would strongly recommend to people with disabilities and people that don't have any. Great life lessons not just hiking"
Giving Activity
Mission
Building a community for adults affected by neurological challenges through connection with each other and the outdoors.
Background Statement
In 2009, thirteen individuals came together inspired by a mutual friend's determination to make something good come from a recent diagnosis of a brain tumor. Everyone shared a link to a neurological challenge (brain tumors, aneurysms, epilepsy, etc.). Their experiences ranged from personal diagnosis to supporting diagnosed family members and friends. The group also shared a passion for the outdoors, along with an unyielding enthusiasm for life. These commonalities inspired the idea of Outdoor Mindset. Now, the connections we make between others broaden the story.
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Organization Data
Durango, CO 81303