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Peer reviewedCrawford, Michael E., Ed. – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance, 1985
This series of articles focuses on the provision of special recreation services in the community for a variety of populations including the elderly, latch-key kids, cardiac patients, physically and mentally disturbed children, adolescents, adults, juveniles, and the multihandicapped. The quest for "recreation for all" on a national level requires…
Descriptors: Community Recreation Programs, Disabilities, Mainstreaming, Normalization (Handicapped)
McAdam, Constance R. – Parks and Recreation, 1973
A joint school and recreation complex in Arlington County, Virginia, is designed to serve the entire community. (Editors)
Descriptors: Community Recreation Programs, Community Resources, Recreational Facilities, School Buildings
Kaderlan, Norman – Parks and Recreation, 1972
Descriptors: Administration, Art Activities, Community Recreation Programs, Program Development
Farkas, Dick – Parks and Recreation, 1989
This article describes the community sailing program established by the Wilmette Park District, in suburban Chicago. This program, without losing money, provides affordable instruction and other services to beginning sailors of various ages. (IAH)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Adults, Children, Community Recreation Programs
Peer reviewedCurtis, Frances L. S. – American Journal of Nursing, 1974
An attitude and interest survey of unwed pregnant girls, 12 to 17 years old, showed them to be non-participators with little involvement in the way of hobbies and recreational activities. The girls tended to view pregnancy as a means of escape from unsolved problems in the home. A plea is made for more community recreational facilities. (EH)
Descriptors: Adolescents, Community Recreation Programs, Recreational Activities, Recreational Facilities
Pomeroy, Janet – Journal of Physical Education and Recreation, 1975
Descriptors: Community Recreation Programs, Disabilities, Recreational Activities, Recreational Facilities
Mason, James G.; Cowan, William – Journal of Physical Education and Recreation, 1977
Year-round aquatic facilities are contained in the El Paso, Texas, indoor swimming pool described by the author; three more are proposed for the city. (MJB)
Descriptors: Community Recreation Programs, Facility Case Studies, Recreational Facilities, Swimming Pools
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Direct linkFolsom-Meek, Sherry L.; Nearing, Ruth J.; Bock, Renae E. – Journal of Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (JOPERD), 2007
Amendments to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act mandate that transition services be provided for students with disabilities who are 16 years and older. Although the current emphasis in the transition process tends to focus primarily on vocational opportunities, another important component of transition services is community…
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Transitional Programs, Leisure Time, Special Needs Students
Artz, Robert M. – Parks and Recreation, 1975
Descriptors: Community Planning, Community Recreation Programs, Community Services, Recreation
Christie, Charles – Parks and Recreation, 1978
Recreational programs in New Hampshire that are fiscally conservative and rely heavily upon citizen cooperation and ingenuity are described. (JD)
Descriptors: Citizen Participation, Community Involvement, Community Recreation Programs, Creative Activities
Ellis, Jim – Journal of Physical Education and Recreation, 1977
The Parks and Recreation Department of Montgomery, Alabama, has developed a five-field softball complex as part of a growing community park with facilities for camping, golf, aquatics, tennis, and picnicking. (MJB)
Descriptors: Community Development, Community Recreation Programs, Facilities, Park Design
Rust, Val D.; Schofield, Terry – Phi Delta Kappan, 1978
In spite of its obvious deficiencies, the club system in West Germany represents a powerful model for lifelong education in the sphere of sports and recreation. (Author)
Descriptors: Athletics, Clubs, Community Recreation Programs, Foreign Countries
Behrend, Cathie – Parks and Recreation, 1977
The city of New York has a fleet of mobile recreation units that travel to different neighborhoods, providing recreation opportunities to people who otherwise would be unable to enjoy them. (JD)
Descriptors: Community Recreation Programs, Motor Vehicles, Recreational Activities, Relocatable Facilities
Vance, Bill – Small Town, 1990
Describes Cheney's successful use of volunteers in parks and recreation programs. They raised funds, worked for park maintenance and improvement, and organized sports programs and special events. Reports survey results from Washington communities on voluntary efforts of fraternal and social organizations, businesses, and senior and youth groups.…
Descriptors: Community Involvement, Community Recreation Programs, Community Support, Parks
LESNER, JULIUS; AND OTHERS – 1963
YOUTH SERVICES IS A SCHOOL-CONNECTED RECREATION PROGRAM WHICH EXTENDS THE EDUCATIONAL PROCESS INTO THE RECREATIONAL SETTING. ACTIVITIES TAKE PLACE AFTER SCHOOL, ON WEEKENDS, AND ON HOLIDAYS. THEY INCLUDE ARTS AND CRAFTS, CAMPING, CIVIC EXPERIENCES, CLUBS, MUSIC, PHYSICAL AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES, SPECIAL EVENTS, AND SPORTS. THE PROGRAM SERVES ADULTS,…
Descriptors: After School Programs, Community Recreation Programs, Community Services, Recreational Activities
