Hamilton County Inclusive Playground

To create an inclusive place in Hamilton County for intergenerational play where children and people of all ages and of all ability levels, can explore, engage, learn and have fun side-by-side.

The Hamilton County Inclusive Playground project was envisioned by passionate community members to meet a need in the Hamilton County area. The vision of this organization is to create a universally inclusive play space where children can engage in parallel play and multi-generations of families can play together. Our goal is to go beyond simply meeting ADA accessibility requirements. The design will include poured rubber surfacing within the playground to ease accessibility for those of all abilities. The design will include shaded shelters with wheelchair accessible picnic tables, benches, and accessible bathrooms with adult-sized changing tables. The playground will include parallel play opportunities where typically developing children can play side-by-side with children using mobility equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, and crutches. Additionally, this project will incorporate features to support differing needs like communication boards and a quiet zone that's sensory-friendly. The playground will be enclosed with a fence so families can feel a sense of security while their children are playing.

Testimonials

"As a parent of a child with special needs, my strongest want has always been for him to feel like he belongs and has a place among everyone else. We visited an inclusive playground in a surrounding community and I immediately felt comfort and relief watching Turner play with his little brother on equipment that was suitable for both of them. I truly believe this project will show the capability of all children's hearts and remind everyone that we are better together than apart!" Ashton Voss