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Reinders, Nicole; Fletcher, Paula; Bryden, Pam – Journal of Dance Education, 2015
There are many benefits to dance, both for typically developing individuals and for individuals with additional needs. The purpose of this narrative case study was to analyse a dance program for children and young adults with additional needs from the perspective of the program creator and primary dance instructor. Data collection occurred at two…
Descriptors: Dance Education, Recreational Activities, Disabilities, Children
Miller, William F.; Thalacker, Brenda L. – American Journal of Business Education, 2013
The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, sponsored by the IRS, offers free tax services for individuals with low-to-moderate incomes, the elderly, disabled and/or those who lack English language proficiency. Although established by the IRS in 1969, it is administered by partnering community based volunteer organizations throughout U.S.,…
Descriptors: Taxes, Public Agencies, Accounting, Universities

Platt, Jennifer M.; Platt, John S. – Teaching Exceptional Children, 1980
The development and operation of a successful volunteer program to assist in mainstreaming special education elementary students are traced. Recruitment, orientation, role responsibilities, and evaluation of the volunteers are discussed. (CL)
Descriptors: Disabilities, Elementary Education, Mainstreaming, Program Development

Moy, Laurie – Journal of Volunteer Administration, 2002
People with Disabilities Uganda has a corps of 150 online volunteers who work on research, website management, newsletters, marketing and promotions, and program development. People volunteer online for convenience and anonymity. Management of online volunteers requires attention to written communication; a web group is a useful management tool.…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Electronic Mail, Foreign Countries, Internet
Nelson, Lynda A.; And Others – 1986
The handbook was developed by the staff of the Volunteers in Partnership with Parents Project (VIPP) and is intended for volunteers in the VIPP program in which people are trained to offer support and caregiving assistance to parents of young handicapped children. The partner's roles and responsibilities with parents are listed as well as those…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Preschool Education, Program Development, Role Perception

Vautour, J. A. Camille; Kurker-Stewart, Elizabeth – Teaching Exceptional Children, 1980
A volunteer project by a community group has enabled parents to have access to a lending library of materials for home instruction of their handicapped children. Teachers specify materials appropriate to the child's needs. (CL)
Descriptors: Disabilities, Elementary Education, Instructional Materials, Learning Resources Centers
Jenkins, Joseph R.; Jenkins, Linda M. – 1981
The monograph focuses on tutoring as a means of improving achievement in handicapped and disadvantaged students. Chapter 1 looks at some of the factors which detract from instructional time, and points out some of the benefits of tutoring which are supported by research. Peer or cross age tutoring is discussed in Chapter 2 in terms of academic…
Descriptors: Cross Age Teaching, Disabilities, Disadvantaged Youth, Elementary Secondary Education
Council for Exceptional Children, Reston, VA. – 1992
This organizational kit is intended to help high school clubs associated with the Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) get started in their mission of introducing students to careers in special education. Topics discussed include: getting started, association with CEC, setting goals for the high school club, CEC's belief statements, suggested…
Descriptors: Activities, Career Exploration, Clubs, Disabilities
Raabe, Becky – 1994
This resource guide is intended to help in the development of disability awareness programs by school personnel or parent groups in Arizona. A step-by-step format is recommended, including first selecting the type of disability awareness program to be developed. This involves setting up meetings with the special education administrator,…
Descriptors: Attitude Change, Attitudes toward Disabilities, Consciousness Raising, Disabilities
Hughes, James H. – 1984
Intended for coordinators of volunteer recruitment, the booklet examines practical issues in developing and implementing programs in which industry employees serve as volunteers in special education. Introductory material briefly addresses volunteerism in America, and considers the need for industry-education cooperation as well as advantages to…
Descriptors: Cooperative Programs, Disabilities, Education Work Relationship, Industry
Rich, Ginger A.; And Others – 1985
This manual outlines a horseback riding program, conducted by the Larimer (Colorado) County Extension Service, for persons with disabilities. The program offers such benefits as the opportunity to learn horsemanship; strengthen and relax muscles; improve balance, coordination, and posture; and increase joint mobility. Designed to provide a…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Facilities, Financial Support, Horseback Riding
Barrett, Dennis; And Others – 1985
The manual is designed to help special education administrators, teachers, and other interested people to develop an intergenerational school volunteer program. Background information on the program serving Alleghany County (Pennsylvania) is provided along with a review of benefits for students, teachers, volunteers, and the schools. Concerns of…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Elementary Secondary Education, Intergenerational Programs, Older Adults
Neff, Franklin W.; And Others – 1987
The final report documents a 2-year project which trained volunteers to help preschool disabled and non-disabled children work together as part of a transitioning and mainstreaming effort. The report describes project development, implementation, and dissemination. Specific objectives included the following: form an advisory council; orient staff,…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Interpersonal Competence, Language Acquisition, Mainstreaming
Nelson, Lynda A.; And Others – 1986
The manual is based on experience with a program developed by the Volunteers in Partnership with Parents Project (VIPP), in which volunteers were used as partners to families with young handicapped children. Preparation factors are considered, including planning for specific tasks of volunteers and providing adequate training to the staff. The…
Descriptors: Child Rearing, Disabilities, Early Childhood Education, Family Programs

Brookman, Barbara A. – Topics in Early Childhood Special Education, 1988
Parent to Parent provides support and information for parents of children with disabilities and/or health impairments, by matching them with other parents of special needs children. Described are the program's goals and background, training of parent partner volunteers, referral and matching of parents, and participation in a statewide network.…
Descriptors: Counseling Services, Disabilities, Diseases, Information Networks
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