High Bridge Library (New York Public Library Branch)

Section E: Program Practices

Registration and needs assessment

Does the registration or sign-up form ask if additional assistance or accommodations may be needed for participation in the program or activity?

Is there a way to conduct a needs assessment or gather additional information for successful participation, when needed? (e.g., an assessment or interview)

Yes

Comments/additional information about registration and needs assessment:

No registration is required for most programs, all are welcome, and input is welcome. Children’s programs for reading aloud and Craft Fridays are open to all.

Supports available

Are additional staff or volunteers available to assist in inclusion, when needed?

Yes

Are peer orientations about disability and inclusion available, when needed?

Yes

Do peers help provide assistance with inclusion, when needed?

Yes

Are positive behavioral supports used in the program or activity, when needed?

Yes

Is a quiet area available for calming or relaxation needs?

Yes

If yes, describe quiet area:

The entire library is quiet until the YA section is open, after school. After that, the atmosphere is described as lively.

Comments/additional information about supports:

Some volunteers are trained if needed.

Activity accommodations

If yes, typical modifications provided:

Seating Arrangements
Activity Space
Skill Level

Do activities allow structured time for socialization between participants?

Yes

Is task/activity analysis used to determine needs? (breaking down activities into steps or parts)

Can people partially participate in activities, when needed? (e.g., take breaks, do only part of activity)

Yes

Comments/additional information about activity accommodations:

There are few permanent/formal accommodations and/or practices in place. However, the staff is willing to adjust any program if needs are known and accommodations possible to address.

Specialized programs or services

War Games (Ya)

‘Click On’ For Seniors (Computer Literacy)

Comments/additional information about specialized programs:

none

Notes about program practices

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Assessment

Section E: Program Practices

Registration and needs assessment

Supports available

Activity accommodations

Specialized programs or services

Notes about program practices

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Assessment

Section E: Program Practices

Registration and needs assessment

Supports available

Activity accommodations

Specialized programs or services

Notes about program practices

High Bridge Library (New York Public Library Branch)
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