Niki's Party Place, Clay | 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?

N/A

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

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency mission:

The agency currently does not have a mission statement.

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?

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:

No formal training exists in regards to disability awareness and inclusion at this time, only word-of-mouth from management to staff memebers to be kind and respectful to all customers.

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?

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)

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency communication and marketing:

The agency was education on "Person First" language during the interview. The website is a "work in progress" and will be updated in the future.

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?

N/A

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?

If applicable, are special dietary needs met?

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency policies and procedures:

Food included in "Party Packages" can be adjusted to accommodate special dietary needs.

A parent or guardian is required to sign a waiver before any child is allowed to bounce.

Although it is not the policy or practice of Niki's Party Place to deny recreation for any child based on disability, "Rule" number six on one of the bounce-houses specifically states: "Persons with mental or physical impairment SHOULD NOT be allowed to use this ride." The rules then continue on to say that "FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN INJURY."

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?

Comments/additional information about agency evaluation of inclusion:

This agency has not completed an evaluation since September 2011.

Partnerships and Collaboration

If yes, please list:

Comments/additional information about agency partnerships and collaboration:

Area schools and daycares use Niki's Party Place for field trips on occasion.

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

Niki's Party Place, Clay 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

Niki's Party Place, Clay
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