More accessible playgrounds are planned
July 6th, 2008
From the New York Times:
Many towns in the Northeast are building or planning playgrounds and ball fields that will welcome people with disabilities.
Among the features of an accessible playground are rubberized surfaces and wide ramps that can accommodate wheelchairs and walkers. Such playgrounds typically cost more than traditional ones, and some portion of the cost is often paid by donations. A nonprofit group called Boundless Playgrounds has been active in the field, helping to create 129 accessible playgrounds in 24 states since 1997.
The Americans with Disabilities Act does not specifically cover playgrounds, but the Bush administration has been considering requiring specific guidelines to cover them. A hearing on the matter has been set for July 15 in Washington.
(New York Times photo)
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