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Programs & Campaigns
 Bright Futures Camp
Bright Futures is an innovative program designed to provide children considered at-risk with an opportunity to enhance their social skills, give them alternatives to gang involvement and add structure to their summer months. Kids participating in Bright Futures will enjoy a safe summer and discover –
- New abilities
- Ways to build self-esteem
- New friends
- Respect for others
- Social skills
- An appreciation of our beautiful parks and open spaces
Click here to visit the Bright Futures Camp web site.
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 Clemyjontri Park
For many children, playgrounds represent freedom. But when a child uses a wheelchair, wood chip surfaces become a hindrance, swings dangle just out of reach, and playgrounds pose a challenge to independence.
To the casual observer, the playground at Clemyjontri Park will look like an ordinary playground, with swings, slides and play equipment that is fun to climb on, under and around. A closer look will reveal that some of those swings have high backs for children who need extra support. All children, but especially children with Downs syndrome, will enjoy the challenges of balance and depth perception on the playground's balance beams. Playhouses and cubbies will offer pleasant spaces for children with autism, while also inviting children seeking quiet or separate areas to play in smaller groups. Instead of steps, there will be ramps, some with handrails that let strong arms substitute for strong legs. Pathways between equipment will be wide and colorful, and the ground surfaces will be non-slip and porous to provide accessibility to all.
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