Bronx House Jewish Community Center | 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

Comments/additional information about agency mission:

Although the Bronx House is a Jewish Community Center, they welcome and embrace people of all ages, religions, and cultures.

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

not applicable

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?

If yes, list main topics covered in training

not applicable

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:

Although there is not a designated point of contact for inclusion, if accommodations need to be made, contact the head of the department under which the activity is held.

Agency Planning

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

If yes, list types of involvement/input:

not applicable

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?

Are alternative forms of communication available?

Yes

If yes, check the alternative forms of communication available:

Pictorial
Large Print
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)

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

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:

The goals and objectives of each program at Bronx House reflect inclusion. Although there are not specific programs for people with disabilities.

Partnerships and Collaboration

If yes, please list:

Comments/additional information about agency partnerships and collaboration:

The Bronx House also has a relationship with the schools and other organizations that rent out part of it.

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

Bronx House Jewish Community Center 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

Bronx House Jewish Community Center
Back to Agency