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Our school is talking about a new “inclusive” recreation program that is beginning in our community. What’s the fuss? Aren’t there already “special” recreation programs for kids who have disabilities?
Yes, there are recreation and athletic programs that exist
that are designed specifically for individuals with physical
disabilities and other programs that are designed for
individuals with cognitive disabilities. However, some
individuals with disabilities do not choose to be involved
in exclusionary recreational activities that separate them
from friends who may not have a disability.
In inclusive recreation kids with disabilities are
provided the support and accommodations they need to
participate in existing recreation programs with their peers
without disabilities. The opportunities to take swimming
lessons, play soccer, join a 4-H club and numerous other
recreational activities allow kids with and without
disabilities to come together around common interests. This
creates an opportunity for friendships to develop and for
kids with and without disabilities to become physically and
socially fit.
For more information on inclusive recreation, call the Missouri Access Recreation program, toll free, at 1-877-838-3408.
Michelle Reynolds, Director of the Missouri Developmental Disabilities Resource Center, University of Missouri-Kansas City
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