Promoting Health through Accessible Public Playgrounds

ABSTRACT: Every child, irrespective of socioeconomic status, ethnicity, or ability, deserves the fundamental right to experience play, which is a powerful and enriching activity that fosters their physical and mental health. Regrettably, most public play spaces hinder the complete inclusion of children with disabilities, with the main reason being a lack of universal accessibility. This study identified existing international and Canadian policies and community best practices related to inclusive playgrounds, and gathered stakeholders’ opinions on the present condition of playgrounds, including challenges faced by children with disabilities and recommendations to make playgrounds inclusive. The questionnaires were completed by 97 participants. In addition, 10 individual interviews and three focus gr

SUBMITTER: Movahed M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10453442 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature