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OUR HISTORY
In 1975 registered nurse, Doris
Hollingsworth, was enjoying her indoor
heated pool. She soon realized how much
swimming was helping her arthritic
condition. She also knew that many
others with muscular difficulties could
benefit from the water and its therapy.
She began
by inviting five people with MS and ten
volunteers to use their pool regularly
without cost or obligation. In fact,
Doris and husband, Russ, would never
accept anything. This generous, caring
invitation was the seed that has
blossomed into SWIM. Within five years,
the fledgling group had grown to 75
people per week. The need for more
space and funds to cover the costs
became abundantly obvious. Hence,
S.W.I.M., Inc. came into being.
Various pools agreed to accommodate the
ever increasing numbers of swimmers and
volunteers. Many friends: individuals,
organizations, and corporations came
forward to provide encouragement and
financial support. Doris’s spirit of
compassion, generosity, and kindness has
infused the movement from its inception.
These three qualities of compassion,
generosity and kindness can only be
known and experienced in relationship
with another or others.
Come, be a
part of SWIM’S living legacy with joy
and satisfaction.
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