Palmetto Islands County Park | Inclusive Rec Database

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?

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

Comments/additional information about registration and needs assessment:

Clearly stated Modification Request Process. Upon request for modification via online registration, Park & Program Services (PPS) staff initiate communication with participant to gather more information, assess abilities and needs, and create a mutually agreed upon plan for participation.

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:

Palmetto Islands County Park is a nature park; quiet spaces are inherent in the design.

Comments/additional information about supports:

Increasing focus on neurodiversity as evident through partnership with KultureCity and inclusion in staff training.

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?

Yes

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:

Accommodations are made as needed and focus on participant abilities and needs. Use mats for wheelchair accessibility for events, such as Palmetto Jam, that take place on grassy surface.

Specialized programs or services

Are specialized/segregated programs for people with disabilities provided?

Yes

Inclusive Swim Night: People with disabilities, their caregivers, and families are invited to unforgettable evenings at the various waterparks.

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:

Inclusive Recreation statement. Charleston County Parks is committed to creating and promoting inclusion throughout our programs, facilities, and services. We encourage individuals of all abilities and backgrounds to attain their highest level of independent leisure functioning through programs and events that promote physical fitness, mental health and wellness, and social opportunities. We strive to remove barriers and provide reasonable accommodations so that all participants may enjoy safe and equitable experiences in our parks.

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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

Palmetto Islands County Park Back to Agency

Assessment

Section E: Program Practices

Registration and needs assessment

Supports available

Activity accommodations

Specialized programs or services

Notes about program practices

Palmetto Islands County Park
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