Plattsburgh YMCA | Inclusive Rec Database

Section C: Administrative Practices

Agency Mission and Values

Does the agency mission clearly reflect a belief about inclusion of people with disabilities and other differences?

Yes

Do agency vision and values articulate support for inclusion of people with disabilities and other differences?

Yes

Staff

Does upper administration (e.g., board of directors, administrators, managers) show support for inclusion?

Yes

Is a point of contact or ADA coordinator designated to coordinate inclusion at the agency? (preferably a certified therapeutic recreation specialist)

Yes

Contact Information

All department heads are willing to address any questions. Kevin Killeen, Executive Director; Peter Price, Associate Executive Director; Kathy Witowski, Senior Coordinator; Patti Warner, Physical Aquatics Program Director

Are managers and front line staff trained in disability awareness & inclusion as a routine part of staff training?

Yes

If yes, list main topics covered in training

water exercise, arthritis, adapative physical training, certified yoga instruction

When observed, or when asked in an interview, do staff members interact with people with disabilities in a helpful and respectful manner?

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency staff:

All staff willing to make accomodations for people with disabilities and any individual needs.

Agency Planning

Are people with disabilities and/or their families involved in agency planning efforts? (e.g., board of directors, advisory board, public input)

Is the agency involved in ongoing plans for inclusion and accessibility?'

If yes, has the agency made progress on identified areas in plan?

N/A

Agency Communication and Marketing

Is person first language used in written materials?

Yes

Is person first language used in oral communication?

Yes

Are alternative forms of communication available?

Yes

If yes, check the alternative forms of communication available:

Pictorial
Oral Communication

Do marketing and other printed agency materials reflect inclusion of people with disabilities? (e.g., access information provided, people with disabilities pictured in publications or on web site)

Yes

Is the agency website usable by people of all abilities? (e.g., simple design, consistent navigation, alt text for graphics, high contrast, no flashing/blinking features)

Yes

Agency Policies and Procedures

Are emergency warning and evacuation procedures in place for safe exit of people with disabilities? (e.g., auditory and visual alarm systems, areas of rescue assistance identified)

Yes

Is there a written policy about the use of service animals?

Yes

Do personal care attendants attend free when accompanying a person with a disability?

Yes

If applicable, do prices for services accommodate people with financial need?

Yes

If applicable, are special dietary needs met?

N/A

Comments/additional information about agency policies and procedures:

Emergency fire drills and evacuations are practiced once a month by all staff and personnel. Agency provides demonstrations with service dogs to staff and children to make them aware of service dogs. Personal care attendants can be brought by the participant or provided by the agency. There are several agencies that work in coopration with the YMCA to accommodate those in financial need.

Evaluation

Does the agency conduct evaluation on an ongoing basis and at the end of programs/services?

If yes, does evaluation include feedback on inclusion, accessibility or use of supports & accommodations?

Comments/additional information about agency evaluation of inclusion:

A suggestion box is available in the lobby for all comments and evaluations of programs offered.

Partnerships and Collaboration

Does the agency have partnerships with disability and other community organizations?

Yes

If yes, please list:

Comments/additional information about agency partnerships and collaboration:

Staff is open to suggestions from all people.

Notes About Administrative Practices

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Assessment

Section C: Administrative Practices

Agency Mission and Values

Staff

Agency Planning

Agency Communication and Marketing

Agency Policies and Procedures

Evaluation

Partnerships and Collaboration

Notes About Administrative Practices

Plattsburgh YMCA Back to Agency

Assessment

Section C: Administrative Practices

Agency Mission and Values

Staff

Agency Planning

Agency Communication and Marketing

Agency Policies and Procedures

Evaluation

Partnerships and Collaboration

Notes About Administrative Practices

Plattsburgh YMCA
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