Persons age eight and above who are considered to have mental retardation as
              determined by their localities.

              Persons who have closely related developmental disabilities such as those who have
              functional limitations, both in general learning and in adaptive skills such as
              recreation, work, independent living, self-direction or self-care.

              NOTE: People with functional limitations based soley on a physical, behaviorial,
              emotional, specific learning disability, or sensory disability are not eligible for
              traditional Special Olympics participation but may be for Special Olympics Unified
              Sports.

              What Is Mental Retardation?

              Definition of Mental Retardation (American Association on Mental Retardation,
              1992)

              Mental Retardation refers to substantial limitations in present functioning. It is
              characterized by significantly sub average intellectual functioning, existing
              concurrently with related limitations in two or more of the following applicable
              adaptive skill areas: communication, self-care, home living, social skills, community
              use, self-direction, health and safety, functional academics, leisure and work. Mental
              Retardation manifests before age 18.

              Feel free to contact us if you would like more information concerning eligibility or
              Mental Retardation.