Hoopes Park | 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?

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

Comments/additional information about agency mission:

Currently, Hoopes Parks does not have a mission statement. They use the public works mission statement. In the future, Hoopes Park plans to develop their own mission statement, and will have inclusion as one its components.

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

None

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:

Hoopes Park staff members do not currently go through any training specific to disability awareness or inclusion. The park hopes to offer inclusion training to staff in the near future.

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:

Options for Independence and Freedom Camp assist in making all park programs more inclusive and accessible. Options for Independence and Freedom Camp also use many of the parks facilities and participate in park programs.

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?

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
Large Print

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

Comments/additional information about agency communication and marketing:

Previously, the organization did not use person first language in written materials or verbal communication. Having recently been educated on how to implement person first language, the park has started using person first language in both written materials and verbal communciation; they are also making their employees aware of it as well.

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)

N/A

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?

N/A

If applicable, are special dietary needs met?

N/A

Comments/additional information about agency policies and procedures:

Hoopes Park is open to any ideas visitors have that would help in improving their facilities. When an idea or suggestion is brought to their attention, if possible and within reason, the park does their best to change or improve the park area based on the visitor's suggestion and feedback.

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?

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency evaluation of inclusion:

Recently, a visitor shared with park staff that the bridge in the park was difficult to cross if using a wheelchair due to the stone surface. To ensure that the area was more accessible, the park paved the bridge area so that the route of travel and surface would be more smooth and easier to maneuver.

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:

Hoopes Park is open to new ideas and willing to make accomodations where possible. They are more than willing to work with individual visitors of the park to make their recreation and experience more accessible. The agency is always looking to improve policies and public relations.

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

Hoopes Park 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

Hoopes Park
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