Healthy U Fitness Studio | 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:

As described by the agency, their mission is simply to provide health and well being to persons of all abilities in an inclusive environment. Their vision & goals are to create more community partnerships to provide programs for seniors and individuals with special needs. Their values are to have a sense of community, such as staff knowing clients names and for individuals to work out together.

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
Lynn Aloff	Certified Fitness for Special Needs Inc Coordinator	908-534-1961	lynn@cfsn-nj.com

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

Yes

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)

Yes

If yes, list types of involvement/input:

Parents and additional support people are very involved in their child and/or clients fitness efforts.

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:

Healthy U Studios formed a division called Certified Fitness for Special Needs. This division offers customized fitness programs for children and adults of all ages with special challenges such as a developmental disabilities that may include: Autism, ADHD, sensory processing disorders, and Downs Syndrome, and medical conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, scoliosis, MS, stroke and spina bifida. Additionally, they work with outside agencies and send their certified trainers to run various fitness groups at different locations for both children and adults.

Agency Communication and Marketing

Is person first language used in written materials?

Yes

Is person first language used in oral communication?

Yes

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

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

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Partnerships and Collaboration

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

Yes

If yes, please list:

Comments/additional information about agency partnerships and collaboration:

This agency provides programs in the community such as: wheelchair fitness at a group home, fitness and dance for youth/teens with disabilities for a Somerset County recreation department, fitness programs at an Arc day program, and more. They are very open and willing to provide services outside of their fitness center.

Notes About Administrative Practices

Any additional administrative practices you noted at the agency that are not listed above that you feel are helpful to people with disabilities and their families:

The staff at Healthy U have various fitness certifications. They are kind, compassionate, and direct in all of their encounters with clients. They typically have a meet and greet with individuals with special needs prior to starting a fitness program, so they can be best prepared regarding the individuals needs and abilities.

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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

Healthy U Fitness Studio 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

Healthy U Fitness Studio
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