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Section E: Program Practices

Registration and needs assessment

Does the registration or sign-up form ask if additional assistance or accommodations may be needed for participation in the program or activity?

Yes

Is the inclusion point of contact (or ADA coordinator) listed on the registration form?

N/A

Is there a way to conduct a needs assessment or gather additional information for successful participation, when needed? (e.g., an assessment or interview)

Yes

When needed, does staff conduct pre-program meetings or orientations with participants with disabilities, prior to starting a program or activity?

Yes

Supports available

Are additional staff or volunteers available to assist in inclusion, when needed?

Yes

Are peer orientations about disability and inclusion available, when needed?

Yes

Do peers help provide assistance with inclusion, when needed?

Yes

Are positive behavioral supports used in the program or activity, when needed?

Yes

Is a quiet area available for calming or relaxation needs?

Yes

If yes, describe quiet area:

The office and staff room is also made available to students who need a quiet space. The lights can be turned off, chairs are comfortable, and overall calm space with less noise. There is also a calming activity available, such as coloring.

Activity accommodations

Are activities modified to individual needs, when needed?

Yes

If yes, typical modifications provided:

Activity space
Cooperative or competitive
Length of activity
Skill level

Do activities allow structured time for socialization between participants?

N/A

Is task/activity analysis used to determine needs? (breaking down activities into steps or parts)

Yes

Can people partially participate in activities, when needed? (e.g., take breaks, do only part of activity)

Yes

Comments/additional information about activity accommodations:

Before and after class, and even during breaks, are times for socialization. There is a social and bonding aspect while being in the dance classes. All students are encouraged to try their best in class, but if adjustments or accommodations need to be made, they will be.

Specialized programs or services

Are specialized/segregated programs for people with disabilities provided?

Notes about program practices

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

Students are welcomed to join a safe environment with the other students and treated as a person, not their disability.

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Assessment

Section E: Program Practices

Registration and needs assessment

Supports available

Activity accommodations

Specialized programs or services

Notes about program practices

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Assessment

Section E: Program Practices

Registration and needs assessment

Supports available

Activity accommodations

Specialized programs or services

Notes about program practices

Dance Expressions, Inc.
Back to Agency