Inclusive Playgrounds

People of all ages and abilities have an innate need to engage in playful activities as a part of healthy development. Studies suggest the importance of diverse forms of play throughout life, as play can be a key contributor to overall health and well-being. Over the past decade, more accessible playgrounds have been developed due to the 2010 Standards for Accessible Design which require new or altered playgrounds/play areas to have “at least one accessible route to each play component in a play area”. When building a playground, there are a variety of elements and people to consider such as surfacing, experiential design, and play for different ages and abilities.

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