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Download full textNesbitt, John A. – 1978
One of nine volumes in a series on recreation for the handicapped, the report examines new concepts and processes in special recreation. Among 10 topics considered are the following: goals of community recreation for the handicapped; delivery system; guidelines for management and development; local community leadership; planning, cooperation and…
Descriptors: Community Services, Delivery Systems, Disabilities, Handicapped Children
Morreau, Lanny E.; And Others – Practical Pointers, 1980
The role of three professional groups--adaptive physical educators, therapeutic recreation specialists, and special educators--in planning individualized leisure programs for disabled persons is discussed. Characteristics of such programs should take into consideration principles of normalization and least restrictive environment. A systems…
Descriptors: Adapted Physical Education, Disabilities, Individualized Programs, Interdisciplinary Approach
Schleien, Stuart J. – Parks and Recreation, 1993
Discusses the need for access to and inclusion in community leisure services for individuals with disabilities. The article presents three case studies and looks at inclusive community leisure services, the programing process, extrinsic strategies for inclusive programing, and the benefits of inclusive services for individuals with and without…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Adults, Community Services, Disabilities
Moon, M. Sherril; And Others – 1992
Developed as part of a project to integrate youth with disabilities into regular recreational and leisure activities, this report focuses on the role of the community leisure facilitator (CLF), defined as a professional, friend, family member, or volunteer who assists individuals with disabilities to enjoy the same leisure pursuits as other…
Descriptors: Agency Cooperation, Disabilities, Leisure Time, Normalization (Disabilities)
Ray, Tip – 1991
Intended for parents, school personnel, and leisure staff, this booklet outlines ways a community can overcome obstacles that keep youth with disabilities from enjoying their leisure. First the nature of leisure is considered and a self-evaluation questionnaire is presented. Consideration of leisure in the lives of teenagers with disabilities…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Community Programs, Disabilities, Individual Development
Middlesex County Vocational and Technical High Schools, New Brunswick, NJ. – 1981
A project helped handicapped high school students to develop and implement realistic vocational plans and to develop functional skills in various areas associated with independent living. Designed as an evening course open to full time special needs vocational high school students, the program consisted of the following two components: (l) a…
Descriptors: After School Programs, Communication Skills, Community Involvement, Community Services
