Inclusive recreation : programs and services for diverse populations

408 Pages·2010·33.702 MB·English

by  Human Kinetics (Organization)

Inclusive
Recreation
Programs and Services for
Diverse Populations
Human Kinetics
Editor
Human Kinetics
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Inclusive recreation : programs and services for diverse populations.
p. cm.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN-13: 978-0-7360-8177-1 (hard cover)
ISBN-10: 0-7360-8177-1 (hard cover)
1. People with disabilities--Recreation--United States. 2. People with disabilities--Recreation--
United States--Planning. 3. Recreation--Law and legislation--United States. 4. Inclusive
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Contents
Preface � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � vii
Part I Foundations of Inclusive Recreation 1
1 Introduction to Inclusion 3
Jody H. Hironaka-Juteau, EdD, CTRS, RTC
California State University, Fresno
Tracey Crawford, CTRS, CPRP
Fox Valley Special Recreation Association
2 Inclusive Recreation History and Legislation 19
Rodney Dieser, PhD
University of Northern Iowa
Kathleen G. Scholl, PhD, CTRS
University of Northern Iowa
3 Building Cultural Competencies 39
Pamala V. Morris, PhD
Purdue University
4 Inclusion Concepts, Processes, and Models 61
Terry Long, PhD
Northwest Missouri State University
Terry Robertson, PhD
Northwest Missouri State University
Part II The Inclusion Process for Recreation and
Leisure: Access and Training for Clients,
Staff, and Volunteers 79
5 Marketing Inclusive Recreation Experiences 81
Stephanie West, PhD
Appalachian State University
Erik Rabinowitz, PhD
Appalachian State University
6 Providing Leisure Services for Diverse Populations 93
Monika Stodolska, PhD
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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7 Staff Training for Inclusion 119 15
Kathleen G. Scholl, PhD, CTRS
University of Northern Iowa
Torrie Dunlap, CPLP
National Training Center on Inclusion, Kids Included Together
Part III Applying Inclusive Practices in
Recreation and Leisure 135
8 Universal Design in Recreation 137
Cindy Dillenschneider, MS Ed
16
Northland College, Ashland, Wisconsin
Cindy Burkhour, MA, CTRS, CPRP
Access Recreation Group, LLC
9 Designing Inclusive Experiences 159
Nancy Nisbett, EdD
California State University, Fresno
Part IV Inclusive Recreation and Leisure
Programs and Services 175
17
1 0 Play and Playgrounds 177
Cindy Burkhour, MA, CTRS, CPRP
Access Recreation Group, LLC
Joan Almon
Alliance for Childhood
1 1 Inclusive Sports 193
Ronald Davis, PhD
Texas Woman’s University
1 2 Inclusive Recreation, Fitness, and Physical Activity 209
Sheila Swann-Guerrero, CTRS
University of Illinois at Chicago
Amy Rauworth, MS, RCEP
University of Illinois at Chicago
1 3 Inclusive Arts and Culture 233
Kathlyn M. Steedly, PhD
Steedly Consulting
1 4 Inclusive Aquatics 249
MaryBeth Pappas Baun, MEd
Baun Associates, Wellness-Without-Walls, Center for Health Promotion and Research at
the University of Texas, and The Houstonian Club
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1 5 Inclusive Outdoor Recreation and Summer Camps 279
Inclusive Outdoor Recreation 280
Cindy Dillenschneider, MS Ed
Northland College, Ashland, Wisconsin
Frederick Green, PhD, CTRS
University of Southern Mississippi
Inclusive Summer Camps 294
Terry Long, PhD
Northwest Missouri State University
Terry Robertson, PhD
Northwest Missouri State University
1 6 Inclusive Adventure and Challenge Courses 303
Inclusive Adventure 304
Alison Voight, PhD, CTRS
Indiana University
Alan Ewert, PhD
Indiana University
Inclusive Challenge Courses 317
Brent Wolfe, PhD, CTRS
Georgia Southern University
1 7 Inclusive Travel, Tourism, and Amusements 331
Alison Voight, PhD, CTRS
Indiana University
Shu Cole, PhD
Indiana University
Appendix A Healthy People 2010 and the International Classification
of Functioning, Disability, and Health Model � � � � � � � � � � � 347
David Howard, PhD, MSW, CTRS
Indiana State University
Appendix B National Recreation and Park Association Position
Statement on Inclusion � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 353
Appendix C Person-Related Factors Influencing Capability � � � � � � � � � � � 355
References and Resources� � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 371
Index � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 386
About the Contributors � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � � 392
Contents v

Preface
Inclusive recreation gives everyone an oppor- • Chapters on inclusive recreation and leisure
tunity to participate in and enjoy leisure and activity areas
recreation activities. Given America’s expand- • Best-practice examples from different sectors
ing and diverse population, park, recreation, and
tourism professionals are on the front line to Reading this book will help you do the fol-
enhance the quality of life in their communities lowing:
through health-enhancing and rewarding activi-
ties. Inclusive recreation is an all-encompassing • Become diversity conscious by using appro-
term for programs and services for people of all priate disability and diversity communica-
ages, abilities, cultures, ethnicities, genders, races, tion skills and strategies
and religions. • Explore universal design principles applica-
Inclusive Recreation: Programs and Services for tions in facilities, programs, and services to
Diverse Populations is an undergraduate course provide inclusive experiences
textbook for students pursuing careers in rec-
• Learn how inclusion strategies work within
reation, parks, leisure, or tourism. This compre-
specific recreation types of programming
hensive textbook provides foundational theory
and services
and practical applications to prepare you for a
wide variety of recreation activities through the • Survey best practices and examples of inclu-
inclusion lens. sive recreation from across the world
About This Book Organization
This book addresses what entry-level recreation, Inclusive Recreation: Programs and Services for
leisure, and tourism providers need to know and Diverse Populations has four parts that present a
be able to do to ensure the participation of diverse comprehensive view of inclusion, theories and
populations. By reading the book, you will gain concepts, what constitutes inclusive facilities
awareness of best practices for providing access and programs, and applications of inclusion best
and accommodations for people of all abilities, practices in recreation activity areas.
genders, ages, and cultures who participate in Part I, Foundations of Inclusive Recreation,
recreation, leisure, and tourism activities. Every introduces you to inclusion, its history, cultural
professional, be it recreation professional, inclu- competence, theories, concepts, and models.
sion specialist, or certified therapeutic recreation Part II, The Inclusion Process for Recreation
specialist, can develop the skills and talents to and Leisure: Access and Training for Clients,
make inclusion part of his or her organization. Staff, and Volunteers, teaches you about inclusion
A team of professors and professionals who processes, diverse groups and individuals with
are leaders in the inclusive recreation field guide disabilities, and staff training.
you from theories to today’s best practices used Part III, Applying Inclusive Practices in Rec-
in inclusive recreation. These experts provide a reation and Leisure, teaches you about universal
comprehensive view of inclusion so that it can design principles and how they extend through
be implemented system-wide throughout your facilities and programs.
agency or organization. Part IV, Inclusive Recreation and Leisure Pro-
Here are some of the features of this book: grams and Services, explores specific recreation
program and service areas such as play and
• Disability and diversity awareness, language,
playgrounds; inclusive sports; fitness, physical
and strategies for including all individuals in
activity, and wellness; arts, crafts, and culture;
recreation activities
aquatics; outdoor activities and camps; adventure
• Universal design principles and processes for and challenge courses; and travel, tourism, and
facilities and programs to provide access and amusements.
accommodation
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Special Features pare to be a part of inclusive recreation within
any community.
Each chapter contains a Spotlight on Inclusive
Inclusion for All
Programs or a Professionals in Action feature,
offering insight on a best-practice program or
Inclusive recreation is an important theme in
professional who has contributed to inclusive
the 21st century that will continue to grow and
practices in many ways. A focus on international
develop through recreation, leisure, and tour-
perspectives provides a glimpse at how inclusive
ism. Using an inclusive lens that welcomes and
practices work in selected countries: Australia,
supports everyone is an important component
Brazil, Canada, Japan, and the United Kingdom.
of developing our communities and our world.
This comprehensive textbook also works in
Many important pioneers have led the inclu-
conjunction with online ancillaries including an
sion movement to where it is today. The future
instructor guide, test package, presentation pack-
of inclusion will be written by you, as you meet
age, and student resources. The student resources
the next challenges in your organization and
extend learning and provide assignments, Web
community.
links, and other resources to help students pre-
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Part
I
Foundations
of Inclusive
Recreation