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\nLook for barrier-free parks with fewer tripping hazards and fenced-in playgrounds in your area. These can be enjoyable places for playing and making new friends.
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\nFor a list of neurodiverse-friendly venues to go, please read below.
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<\/span> <\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n NYC Parks offers a variety of public programs. Some are available during the summer, and others are available year-round. Learn more information here: www.nycgovparks.org\/programs<\/a> <\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n To get additional information, call (718) 760- 6565 or visit www.nycgovparks.org\/contact-parks<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n <\/span> <\/p>\n <\/span><\/p>\n Achilles International is a program that uses athletics to help people with disabilities. Their offerings include training, race chances, and school-based initiatives for impaired children. <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Every child, including those on the autism spectrum, can benefit from spending time outside throughout the year because it offers a variety of learning opportunities that boost confidence, self-discovery, friendships, and independence. Remember to take safety measures to ensure your child can play outside without fear. Recommendations Bring essential items such as water […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":39,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[238,4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-118844","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-special-needs-after-school-summer-youth-programs","category-after-school-summer-youth-programs"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/newyorkcity\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/118844","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/newyorkcity\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/newyorkcity\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/newyorkcity\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/39"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/newyorkcity\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=118844"}],"version-history":[{"count":23,"href":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/newyorkcity\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/118844\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":119636,"href":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/newyorkcity\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/118844\/revisions\/119636"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/newyorkcity\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=118844"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/newyorkcity\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=118844"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.cap4kids.org\/newyorkcity\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=118844"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nNYC parks have inclusive play elements that offer social, cognitive, sensory, and motor activities for children with special needs. The parks are free to visit.
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\nVisit this link to filter parks in NYC by borough, accessible features, and sensory-friendly resources: www.nycgovparks.org\/facilities\/playgrounds<\/a>
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\nFor neurodiverse children, selected NYC parks may offer:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
Public Programs<\/h5>\n
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\nAn example of a program is the Sponsored Learning Program at Flushing Meadows Corona Park. This program includes hands-on activities to teach kids about conservation. Examples are \u201cGarden Nature\u201d and \u201cNature Crafts.\u201d There is also an After-School Program available.<\/p>\nCustomer Service<\/h5>\n
\nPHYSICAL ACTIVITIES<\/h5>\n
\nOutdoors for Autism with INCLUDEnyc<\/h5>\n
\nThe Outdoors for Autism program is an annual free event<\/strong> sponsored by INCLUDEnyc. Neurodiverse children from 0 to 18 and their families are welcome. The event occurs on a Sunday afternoon in June every year at 1055 Jerome Ave, Bronx, NY 10452.
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\nOutdoors for Autism has plenty of fun activities which include<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n
\nAttending the event is free, but you should register to confirm your attendance. Visit includenyc.org\/events\/outdoors-for-autism<\/a> and register in Early Spring. For more information, please visit includenyc.org\/events\/outdoors-for-autism<\/a> or contact INCLUDEnyc at (217) 677-4600.<\/p>\nAchilles Physical Activity Programs<\/h5>\n
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\nTo register, visit www.achillesinternational.org\/achilles-kids<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n
\nCall (212) 354-0300 or contact info@achillesinternational.org if you have any questions.<\/p>\n
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