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Download full textBerryman, Doris L.; And Others – 1971
The guidelines presented are intended to assist recreation agencies in extending their services to handicapped children. Basic information is given on getting a program started: services to provide, staffing, funding, program coordinator, facilities, locating equipment, volunteers, and where to obtain advice. Identified are the needs and…
Descriptors: Agencies, Community Services, Exceptional Child Services, Guidelines
AVEDON, E.M. – 1966
IN A DISCUSSION OF RECREATION AND MENTAL RETARDATION, RECREATION AND ITS ROLE IN PROVIDING ENJOYMENT AND OPPORTUNITIES TO LET OFF STEAM, RESOLVE CONFLICTS, AND IMPROVE FEELINGS OF PERSONAL WORTH ARE DEFINED. THE IMPORTANCE OF RECREATION IN PREVENTING MOTOR RETARDATION AND PHYSIOLOGICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPAIRMENTS IN THE MENTALLY RETARDED IS…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Community Recreation Programs, Community Resources
Nesbitt, 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
McLean, Christine; Spears, Charles R. – Parks and Recreation, 1975
Descriptors: Community Recreation Programs, Community Services, Leisure Time, Program Design
Minkel, Walter – School Library Journal, 2002
Describes how several libraries are encouraging children to participate in summer reading programs by bringing them to childcare and recreation centers. Discusses reaching out to teenagers; starting a program and gauging summer reading program participation in the community; and securing funding and partnerships. (AEF)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Children, Childrens Libraries, Community Services
Kraus, Richard G. – 1964
The main feature of this book is an analysis of organized recreational programs including their development and future. The use of leisure time problem, provisions for leisure education in the public schools, and community-school recreation programs are discussed. One chapter of the book is devoted to reviews of some effective school sponsored…
Descriptors: Attitudes, Community Services, Educational Objectives, Leisure Time
Foothill-De Anza Community Coll. District, Los Altos Hills, CA. – 1971
Community services programs for the Foothill Community College District are described and statistics indicating their level of activity for 1970-71 are presented. This progress report also includes a 5-year budget projection and future program plans. The recreation program includes structured and unstructured athletic and recreational events. A…
Descriptors: Adult Programs, Auditoriums, Community Programs, Community Recreation Programs
