Strawberry Fields Farm | 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)

Contact Information

None

Point of Contact/Coordinator

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

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:

Because Strawberry Fields Farm is a small, private facility and residence, volunteers and staff get to know each individual on a very personal level and respect is the main value portrayed at the barn.

Agency Planning

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

Yes

If yes, list types of involvement/input:

Strawberry Fields Farm always asks the participants what they would like to do and how we can go about accomplishing this.

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

Yes

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

Yes

Agency Communication and Marketing

Is person first language used in written materials?

N/A

Is person first language used in oral communication?

Are alternative forms of communication available?

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)

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)

N/A

Comments/additional information about agency communication and marketing:

The only marketing done is an advertisement in the phone book. A new website is underway; they plan to have an option available to website visitors that will allow them to enlarge the size of font.

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)

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

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?

N/A

If applicable, are special dietary needs met?

N/A

Evaluation

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

Yes

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

N/A

Comments/additional information about agency evaluation of inclusion:

Evaluations are done at the end of each lesson of the progresson accomplished and at the end of every special event.

Partnerships and Collaboration

If yes, please list:

Comments/additional information about agency partnerships and collaboration:

As of now, partnerships are not needed.

Notes About Administrative Practices

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Assessment

Section C: Administrative Practices

Agency Mission and Values

Staff

Point of Contact/Coordinator

Agency Planning

Agency Communication and Marketing

Agency Policies and Procedures

Evaluation

Partnerships and Collaboration

Notes About Administrative Practices

Strawberry Fields Farm Back to Agency

Assessment

Section C: Administrative Practices

Agency Mission and Values

Staff

Point of Contact/Coordinator

Agency Planning

Agency Communication and Marketing

Agency Policies and Procedures

Evaluation

Partnerships and Collaboration

Notes About Administrative Practices

Strawberry Fields Farm
Back to Agency