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The project aims to increase opportunities for disabled children to visit leisure and play activities, to have more frequent quality time with their family and siblings, and to raise awareness of the access needs of disabled children among providers of leisure and play activities.

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  • Community Support & Development Community Support & Development
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    Situation

    A survey among parents in West Sussex in 2011 showed that for many families the cost of visiting attractions and leisure venues with their disabled child and other siblings was often prohibitive and therefore opportunities for physical and mental stimulation and social interaction are significantly reduced. Children with disabilities have a right to be able to interact with their families and the non-disabled community in activities where they can be stimulated and be physically active.

    Solution

    Play and leisure providers will be encouraged to offer free/discounted places for disabled children, and given disability awareness guidance if needed. Families with disabled children will register for the ‘Reach Out’ card that entitles them to the free/discounted offers at venues registered with the scheme. Information about the offers will be published online and in a Directory of Venues, and by communication with disabled children to increase awareness of opportunities in the community.

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    Categories

  • Community Support & Development Community Support & Development
  • Health/Wellbeing Health/​Wellbeing
  • Beneficiaries