Sunset Park Recreation 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:

New York City Parks & Recreation is striving to make all recreation centers inclusive and accessible, by hiring highly train staff with experience with working with people with disabilities. They are also offering more adaptive recreational programs throughout New York City area at a low rate.

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
Christopher Noel	Accessibility Coordinator	718-760-7831	chris.noel@parks.nyc.gov

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

Topics are taught to NYC Parks and Recreation staff by accessibility coordinator during NYC Parks and Recreation accessibility workshops.

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:

NYC Parks and Recreation staff go above and beyond to make all members of the Sunset Park Recreation Center feel welcome and included in all recreational programs offered by the Sunset Park Recreation Center.

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:

Sports And Fitness For Everybody
Adaptive Recreation Leagues

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

Comments/additional information about agency planning:

New York City parks & Recreation continues to create programs for inclusive recreation. As of right now, the New York City Parks & Recreation is collecting data to find out what are inclusive programs which will accommodate people with disabilities and other differences.

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:

Computer
Large
Multiple
Oral
Sign

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:

New York City Parks & Recreation continues to strive to make recreational opportunities more accessible for people with disabilities and other differences.

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 all staff trained in the procedures for safe evacuation of people with disabilities in the event of an emergency?

Yes

Is there a written policy about the use of service animals?

Yes

Is there a written policy about the use of motorized mobility devices?

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?

Yes

Comments/additional information about agency policies and procedures:

New York City Parks & Recreation is going above and beyond to meet the needs of the community which the recreation center is serving.

Evaluation

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

N/A

Partnerships and Collaboration

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

N/A

If yes, please list:

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

Sunset Park Recreation Center 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

Sunset Park Recreation Center
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