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Download full textGold, Deborah, Ed.; McGill, Judith, Ed. – 1989
The book examines the place of leisure in the lives of disabled people and their families, in 18 articles by parents, counselors, recreation specialists, vocational counselors, researchers, and advocates. Stressed throughout is the potential of leisure when seen as a dimension of and vehicle for community living. Chapters are as follows:…
Descriptors: Community Recreation Programs, Disabilities, Leisure Education, Leisure Time
Peer reviewedDustin, Daniel L., Ed.; And Others – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 1990
Seven articles on equity issues in leisure services focus on conservation for the future, resource allocation inequities in wildland recreation, leisure services for people of color and people with disabilities, serving all children in community recreation, women and leisure services, and equity in public sector resource allocations. (JD)
Descriptors: Community Recreation Programs, Conservation (Environment), Disabilities, Employment Opportunities
Schleien, Stuart J., Ed.; And Others – 1995
This collection of readings is intended to help parents of children with disabilities join together or with professionals to advocate for inclusive recreational programs for their children. The following 15 readings are included: "To Play or Not To Play? A History of Recreation in America" (Carla E. S. Tabourne et al.); "Why Is…
Descriptors: Child Advocacy, Community Recreation Programs, Cooperative Programs, Disabilities
Kerensky, Vasil M.; Logsdon, James D. – 1979
In 1976-77, the U.S. Office of Education funded a series of investigations of community education by various organizations. These studies were designed to provide perspectives on community education that were prepared by groups essential to the community education process. This publication introduces the concept of community education as a new…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Community Colleges, Community Education, Community Recreation Programs
Peer reviewedAnderson, Stephen C. Ed. – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation and Dance, 1991
Nine articles discuss therapeutic recreation, focusing on community reintegration, social skills training in mental illness, computer links for social service providers, approaches to professional preparation, assistive technology, play environments, self-esteem in adult clients, volunteers, and recreation and music therapy for sexually abused…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adults, Assistive Devices (for Disabled), Children
Rynders, John E.; Horrobin, J. Margaret – 1996
This updated book provides a collection of longitudinal perspectives on experiences of individuals with Down Syndrome, from birth to adulthood. The book is an outgrowth of a federally funded early intervention study called Project EDGE (Expanding Developmental Growth through Education). Contents cover the following topics: historical review of…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Adults, Child Development, Child Health
