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Laredo Parks and Recreation launches "Laredo All In" special-needs initiative
Summary
City Parks staff introduced a new special‑needs inclusion program and the department's newly hired special‑needs manager, outlining adaptive classes, an adaptive gym completion, a needs assessment and plans for low-cost access.
Jenny Sanchez, the city’s newly hired special needs manager, outlined a program she called “Laredo All In” aimed at expanding adaptive and inclusive recreation across Laredo’s parks and recreation centers.
Sanchez said the program will provide a range of adaptive activities and services and stressed low-cost or no-cost access for participants. “We’re committed to providing diverse recreation programs and activities that enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities,” Sanchez said.
The presentation described existing offerings—an adaptive swim class, ramped pool entries and an adaptive gym at the Haines Center—and plans to expand…
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