Adirondack Scenic Railroad (Lake Placid Station)

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)

Yes

Name	Title	Phone	Email
Beth Maher	Executive Officer	(315) 724-0700	bethanmaher@adirondackrr.com

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

Yes

If yes, list main topics covered in training

There are only 20 staff members, the remaining workers are all volunteer.

When observed, or when asked in an interview, do staff members interact with people with disabilities in a helpful and respectful manner?

Yes

Agency Planning

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

N/A

If yes, list types of involvement/input:

People with disabilities are not directly involved in agency planning efforts. However, the scenic railroad does work with assisted living homes to communicate most effective changes.

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?

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

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?

If applicable, do prices for services accommodate people with financial need?

Yes

If applicable, are special dietary needs met?

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency policies and procedures:

The scenic railroad offers group rates. Due to the equipment being antiques, there are size limits for wheelchairs. There is a written policy about the use of service animals. Please call ahead with questions or requests and they will do their best to accommodate.

Evaluation

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

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

N/A

Partnerships and Collaboration

Does the agency have partnerships with disability and other community organizations?

If yes, please list:

Comments/additional information about agency partnerships and collaboration:

Agency reaches out to form new partnerships

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

Adirondack Scenic Railroad (Lake Placid Station) 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

Adirondack Scenic Railroad (Lake Placid Station)
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