Explore Our Adapted Programs for People with Disabilities
Do you have a child, family member or friend that would benefit from our adapted programs? Prince William County Parks and Recreation is proud to offer programs for individuals with disabilities, both youths and adults, and we are committed to creating a community of choice for all residents with equal access to programs, classes, camps and activities.
Our adapted programs are specifically designed to meet the needs of children and adults with disabilities. These programs are run by qualified instructors who have experience working with people of all abilities to include Special Education Teachers, Behavior Therapists, and Recreation Therapists. Some of these programs are co-developed with a Recreation Specialist and a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). All programs are inclusive and open to everyone.
This month we’ve got art classes, holiday cookie decorating, our take home “Winter Camp in a Box” and on Tuesday, December 12, we have a special sensory-friendly night designed for individuals with disabilities at our Holiday Walk of Lights at Neabsco. This sensory-friendly night is specifically designed with sensory needs in mind. Less crowds, lowered music volume and fewer flashing lights. *Please note a shuttle will run to and from Porter Traditional School ONLY for the sensory night event.
Holiday Cookie Decorating
Get in the holiday spirit with our fun-filled night of holiday cookie decorating! Register to join us on Wednesday, December 13, 6-7 pm. Come prepared to get a little messy as we decorate cookies and drink hot cocoa. Food allergies may be able to be accommodated. Please contact Veronica Laughman ADA Coordinator [email protected].
Art Expressions
Join us for a fun, creative and social event on Saturday, December 16 from 11:15 am to 12:15 pm. This Art Expressions class will encourage participants to explore different mediums of art, while addressing physical, cognitive and social skills. At the end of each session participants will leave with an original art piece. Register here.
Sensory Art
Come explore your senses with art in this class is designed for individuals with and without disabilities. Each class will feature an art activity with a sensory component. We will explore the senses of sight, touch, smell, sound, and movement as we create. Sign up to join us on Saturday, December 16, 10 am – 10:45 am.
Winter Camp in a Box
With our Winter Camp in a Box, you can give your child a fun and exciting camp experience from the comfort and convenience of your own home. This Camp in a Box comes packed with fun activities, supplies and instructions to keep your child entertained a few hours each day. Boxes come with enough materials for 2 children ($25) or 4 children ($40) and instructions will have physical and cognitive modifications for each activity. Boxes must be purchased online and can be picked up on Friday, December 15 between 10 am and 4 pm from Birchdale Recreation Center or Pat White Center. For questions/concerns, please contact Veronica Laughman [email protected] or 703-792-8066.
If you have any questions, please contact our Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator here. All classes listed above will take place at Birchdale Recreation Center.
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