Therapeutic Recreation
Therapeutic Recreation sponsors recreational activities that are modified to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. We enhance an individual’s physical, social, and lifetime recreational interests in a broad spectrum of leisure experiences. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate, including the non-disabled. Our Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialists will work with participants on accommodations necessary to join in classes at our Community Centers through the use of the “Columbus Recreation and Parks Department Accommodation Request.”
FRANKLIN PARK ADVENTURE CENTER
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1755 E. Broad St. Columbus, OH 43203
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(614) 645-5648
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Therapeutic Recreation Manager:
Mary Beth Moore, CTRS
Adaptive Sports Club
Our Adaptive Sports Club assists athletes with disabilities in their pursuit of competing at the “next level” in a variety of sports for people with disabilities.
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Inclusion
Support
Inclusion means individuals with and without disabilities participate in recreational activities together. We can adapt any of our programming to meet the needs of the individual, including translation services.
For more information, contact Mary Beth Moore.
Transition
Programs
Working with Physical and Occupational Therapists, we assist in the rehabilitation of patients. With a calm environment and friendly staff, our workout plan can help patients transition back to everyday life.
For more information, contact Mary Beth Moore.
Quest After
School Program
The Quest After School Program provides a safe after school environment for middle and high school students with disabilities. Activities include homework help, physical and cognitive activities, cooking demonstrations.
Adaptive Physical
Education (APE)
Partnering with local area schools, students travel to the Franklin Park Adventure Center for physical and cognitive activities.
For more information, contact Mary Beth Moore.
Spinal Cord
Wellness Program
Our Spinal Cord Wellness Program is a social and wellness program for both the person with disabilities and their support network. Participants experience group outings, speakers, education on quality of life and a personalized fitness program.
For more information, contact Mary Beth Moore.
Franklin Park Adventure Center
The Adventure Center is primarily used for our Therapeutic Recreation Program which sponsors recreational activities that are modified to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. The staff within the center looks to enhance an individual’s physical, social, and lifetime recreational interests in a broad spectrum of leisure experiences. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate however, including the non-disabled.
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