Self-Determination
The ability of a person to be autonomous regarding meaningful life choices
Self-Determination includes activities such as:
� Problem solving
� Decision making
� Goal setting
� Self-observation and evaluation
� Realistic and positive self-image
� Self awareness
� Internal locus of control
Self-Determinative actions (i)
� Behavioral autonomy
o A person acting according to his or her priorities
o Free from outside influences
o Role of choice
� Self-regulated behavior
o Ability to interact appropriately and effectively based on circumstances
Self-Determinative actions (ii)
� Psychological Empowerment
o Extent to which people feel in control
o "Self-efficacy": Persons perception regarding how much she can control the environment
� Self-realization
o Understanding/recognition of strengths and weaknesses
Is a process that enables an individual to
o Be a part of their environment by making choices
o Being supported in what they do on daily basis
o Having friends
o Being valued
Inclusion process
1. Program promotion
2. Registration Process and Assessment of needs
3. Accommodations and Supports
4. Staff training
5. Program Implementation
6. Documentation
7. Evaluation
Program promotion
a. Non-discriminatory or welcome statements
b. Communicate what types of support are available to people
c. Statement of alternative formats on promotion materials
d. Target the general community, including individuals with disabilities and their families
Registration Process and Assessment of needs
a. Same registration process as others
b. Accessible registration location
c. Statement identifying specific need "Does the participant require any accommodations or have any needs that we should be aware of or can assist with?"
d. Follow up if appropriat
Accommodations and Supports
a. On a case-by-case basis, identify individualized supports as needed
b. Acquisition of equipment/materials
c. Breaking down skill activities in small tasks
d. Modifications or policies and procedures
e. Alternative areas for activity
f. Team or group in
Staff Training
a. Ongoing and consistent training policy
b. Send the message that inclusion is taken seriously
c. Training specific to customers should:
i. Be thorough
ii. Involve customers or others with disabilities as appropriate
iii. Be confidential. While it is imp
Program Implementation
a. All accommodations and supports should be in place
b. Monitor by observation, staff feedback, and follow-up with customers
c. Communicate with parents/guardians as appropriate
Documentation
a. Only as appropriate for program success
b. Extensiveness of individual documentation based on need and desire of customer
Evaluation
a. Consider doing at end of each program
b. For ALL programs, not just "inclusion" programs
c. Involve participants, families, staff members, and peers without disabilities
d. Use results to enhance programs
Principles for Structuring inclusion (i)
Principle 1: Frequent and consistent opportunities to get acquainted
� Structure the activity so participants get to know each other
Principle 2: Equal status
� If there are leaders in a group, or others role divisions, give people with disabilities a cha
INCLUSION: It's about
� Making friends
� Making connections
� Being a part of one's community
� Having fun
� Personal satisfaction
� Interest development
� A PERSON LIVING THEIR LIFE
� ALL HAVING OPPORTUNITY TO BE MEMBERS OF THE WIDER COMMUNITY
What is the ADA?
� Civil rights legislation signed into law July 26, 1990
� Three main sections called titles
� Designed to "level the playing field" for persons with disabilities
Who is covered as a person with a disability according to the ADA?
� Any impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities
� Has record of such an impairment
� Regarded as having such an impairment
� Definition is the same as Sec. 504
� Definition for other disability laws may vary
Program Accessibility is the key
� Understanding the concept of making a good faith effort toward providing accessible and inclusive programs and activities is central to understanding the responsibilities of publicly funded recreation providers
What is covered by title 2?
� All activities, services and programs of public entities are covered by title 2
o State and local courts
o Town meetings
o Community recreation programs
o Parks
o Schools
Program access
A public entity shall operate each service, program, or activity so that the service, program, or activity, when viewed in its entirety, is readily accessible to and usable by individuals with disabilities
Overview of requirements (i)
� State and local governments may not refuse to allow a person with disability to participate in a service, program or activity because the person has a disability
� Public entities must provide programs and services in an integrated setting unless separa
Overview of requirements (ii)
� Unnecessary eligibility standards or rules that deny people with disabilities equal opportunity to enjoy services, programs, or activities must be eliminated
� State and local governments may impose safety requirements that are necessary for the safe op
Fundamental Alteration
� State and local governments are not required to take any action that would result in a fundamental alteration of the nature of their services, programs or activities
Title 2
o State and local governments
o Program accessibility
o Self-evaluation required
o Transition plan required (if 50 or more employees)
Title 3
o Business
o Readily achievable barrier removal
o No legal requirement
What types of recreation facilities are covered by ADA?
� Amusement rides
� Boating facilities
� Exercise machines and equipment
� Fishing piers and platforms
� Golf facilities
� Miniature golf facilities
� Play areas (playgrounds)
� Swimming pools and spas
� Shooting facilities with firing positions
� Other
Space requirements for Wheel-chairs
� 48" for wall mounts
� 36" minimum for hallways
� 32" for doorways
� 60" minimum to turn around
Slopes for ramps
� Handrails (>6" rise)
� Both sides
� 12" extensions
� 34" to 38" height
Boating (Gangway)
� Route from parking to the boating facility
� To the greatest extent possible
� Issues with rising and falling water
� Smooth transitions
� Up to 80 feet
Fishing piers and platforms
� Accessible routes serving floating piers/platforms
� Design gangway to 1:12 OR provide up to a 30 foot gangway
� At least 25 percent of railings/guards no higher than 34"
� Where railings or guards are provided, edge protection must be provided
o 2" min
Means of entry: Pools
� Pools with less than 300 feet of pool wall require one means of accessible entry
� Pools with more than 300 feet of pool wall require two means of accessible entry
� Primary means of entry to swimming pools must be a pool lift or sloped entry
Trail Signs
� Definition: Pedestrian route developed primary for outdoor recreational purposes
� New signs provide at trailheads on newly constructed or altered trails
� Required information
o Length of the trail or trail segment
o Surface type
o Tread width (typical
Service Animal
� A service animal is a DOG that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability
� Dogs whose sole purpose is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA
� The task the dog has
Examples of Tasks
� Guiding people who are blind
� Alerting people who are deaf
� Pulling a wheelchair, alerting and protecting a person who is having a seizure
� Calming a person with PTSD during an anxiety attack
� And many other tasks of this nature
Inquiries
� Limited inquiries when it is obvious the individual with a disability is using a service dog.
o Staff may ask:
o Is the dog a service animal?
o What task is the dog trained to perform?
Miniature Horse exception
� The type, size, and weight of the horse and whether the facility can accommodate those features
� Handler has sufficient control of the horse
� Horse must be housebroken
� Whether the horse's presence in a specific facility compromises legitimate safety
Principles for Structuring inclusion (ii)
Principle 4: Cooperation and Interdependence
� Provide people with important parts to play
� While supports are sometimes needed, try to avoid one group constantly helping another group or individual in a manner that could lead to being identified as alwa