- Community Education
- Inclusion Services
Inclusion Services
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Parkway-Rockwood Community Ed actively promotes inclusive practices in programming and strives to provide reasonable accommodations to participants of all ability levels.
Reasonable accommodations are resources to aid in the participation of programs and may include: training for program staff, consultation with individual and family, activity modification, behavior management support, sign language interpreters, assistive devices, and/or provision of a support staff up to a 1:1 ratio. Accommodations are made as needed and can be flexible and creative, so long as not fundamentally altering a program.
Inclusion Mission
Our mission is to focus on the needs, interests and abilities of participants to create a least-restrictive environment, provide community awareness and support, and enhance the quality of life of our participants. We strive to foster a community that is welcoming, understanding and ultimately, inclusive.
Requests for Accommodation
If you would like to request an accommodation for a Community Ed program, or are unsure if you may require one, please notify us at least two weeks prior to start of the program. For requests received within two weeks prior to the start of a program, the best efforts will be made to accommodate the registration prior to the program start date, however we cannot guarantee full services requested will be attainable (i.e. 1:1 support staff). To request an accommodation, you may indicate this request during the registration process, complete a request for accommodation form or contact Chloe Kersten, Inclusion Specialist, at kerstenchloe@prcommunityed.org or 636-891-6639.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Who is eligible for Inclusion Services?
Anyone who has registered for a Community Ed program and has made a request for accommodation or support to participate.
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What are Inclusion Services?
Community Ed will provide the type of support deemed necessary for successful participation in our programs. Accommodations may include: training with program staff, consultation with individual and family, activity modification, behavior management support, sign language interpreters, assistive devices, and/or provision of a support staff. Accommodations are made as needed and can be flexible and creative, so long as not fundamentally altering a program.
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What is the cost of Inclusion Services?
There are no additional costs beyond the registration fee involved with Inclusion Services.
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How does the inclusion process work?
- Create an account.
- Register for program of choice.
- Check “yes” for request for accommodations/support on registration questions. Please note you can specify participation needs in the registration.
- The Inclusion Specialist will contact you to further discuss participation needs, as identified in the registration questions.
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Is there a limit to the number of programs one can register for per season and receive inclusion support?
No. There is not a limit to the number of programs one can register for and receive accommodation or support. Accommodations and support may vary from program to program and as needs change.
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Who do I contact if I have additional questions?
Contact Community Ed Inclusion Specialist, Chloe Kersten, at 636-891-6639 or kerstenchloe@prcommunityed.org if you have any questions.
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Are there any participatory standards for participating in Community Ed programs?
Yes. Community Ed program participants and guests are expected to adhere to our behavior management guidelines. In addition, all participants shall have the ability to conduct services of personal nature (e.g. feeding, dressing, toileting) independently. Please contact Chloe Kersten, Community Ed Inclusion Specialist, at kerstenchloe@prcommunityed.org or 636-891-6639 to determine if a program is appropriate for a personal caregiver to attend with a participant or if accommodations may be required due to a disability.
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My child will require medication to be taken during program hours. To whom do I provide this information?
If medication is to be administered during our programs, Community Ed requires a medication administration form to be filled out prior to participation in the program. Forms will require a Health Care Provider/Licensed Prescriber signature for both prescription and over-the-counter medications. Once completed, the Health Care Provider/Licensed Prescriber will need to send a copy either via email at info@prcommunityed.org OR fax at 636-891-8844, attention: Inclusion Specialist. Hard copies may be brought directly to the program site, day of program start.