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Board hears gaps in adaptive programming; staff cites existing adaptive swim lessons and training partnerships
Summary
Board members raised access and outreach for residents with disabilities; Parks staff said the department offers Angelfish adaptive swim lessons, adaptive golf and pickleball, and has provided staff training with a local organization, but acknowledged gaps remain.
A board member asked the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board on July 28 what steps the department is taking to expand adaptive programming for residents with disabilities. Director Rivera said staff currently run adaptive aquatics and offer some adaptive sports, and that training partnerships are underway. "We currently do our Angelfish, which is our adaptive swim lessons," Rivera said, and added that staff have worked with Mile Markers for…
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