Ability PLUS at Mount Snow | 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:

Agency mission statement can be found at their website: abilityplus.org

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)

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?

Yes

If yes, list main topics covered in training

person first language, being respectful, information regarding specific disabilities provided by guest speakers

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:

The sister of this assessor is an Ability Plus volunteer and says the staff are well-trained and prepared to handle a variety of situations with people of varying needs.

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:

Each program or lesson is tailored to the participant's needs and interests

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:

Ability Plus now serves people year-round and has recently created several new programs including soliders for soldiers, alpine race team, and the community schools program.

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:

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Oral
Pictorial

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:

The website would be more accessible if it had alternative text for images. I submitted the website to the WAVE (website accessibility evaluation tool) and it showed 16 accessibility error, most of which were regarding alternative text for images

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?

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

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?

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:

Participants reveive progress reports that show improvement in their activities and skills.

Partnerships and Collaboration

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

Yes

If yes, please list:

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

Ability PLUS at Mount Snow 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

Ability PLUS at Mount Snow
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