Philosophy
"Indy Parks is committed to helping people with disabilities participate at their optimal level of independence and desire." We strive to provide services that focus on leisure related skills, attitudes and knowledge, there by improving social skills, self-awareness and leisure skill development.  We also seek to provide sport and recreational opportunities for the higher level disabled athlete.

INCLUSIVE RECREATION
Indy Parks and Recreation is ready, and willing to include you in our programs and activities! The Therapeutic Recreation Section recognizes that participants with disabilities benefit from Indy Parks and Recreation programs. Furthermore, Indy Parks and Recreation believes that all people deserve to participate in the least restrictive environment possible. Indy Parks and Recreation is committed to helping people with disabilities participate at their optimal level of independence. We are invested in the holistic development of individuals with disabilities. We strive to provide a continuum of recreational services that provide a lifetime of benefits.

Inclusion services are a priority at Indy Parks! In order to provide your family with the most inclusive program possible, we ask that you complete a brief therapeutic assessment.  Please the Therapeutic Specialist at 327-7251 to request your assessment.

2008 Therapeutic Recreation Assessment Form (pdf)

NEW THERAPEUTIC PROGRAMS AT INDY PARKS:

Motor Gym Club
Adults
Every Tuesday and Thursday from 1 - 3pm at Bethel Park, located at 2850 Bethel Ave, (off of Raymond and Bethel). 

Motor Gym Club is a wonderful drop in program for adults within the community who are currently in an assisted living program or are recent graduates of Camp Gather on the Move.  Meet new people and visit with old friends!  Bethel's gym is reserved just for you to enjoy fun activities such as volleyball, basketball, relay races, wall ball, bowling, soccer and more. Activities are geared to adults 18+ with intellectual and or physical disabilities accompanied by staff.  Cost is $1.00 per participant. Staff is free of charge but will be asked to help facilitate activities.  For more information contact: Derrick Miller @327-7480 or via email at djmiller@indygov.org.

New for kids! 
Rhodius Park "Accessible Playground"

Built with the assistance of the Allstate Foundation and the Injury Free Head Coalition, Indy Parks has it's first ever totally accessible playground.  Located at Rhodius Family Center, 1720 W. Wilkins Street - just three blocks north of Morris, from the intersection of Harding and Morris by the Lilly Tech Center.  The playground is 100% accessible by wheelchair on its upper and level features, as well around the entire perimeter.  The playground surface is accessible as are the swings, benches and adjacent picnic tables ensuring a wonderful family experience.

Partner programs:

INDY SPORTS CLUBS, Marion County Special Olympics
GET INCLUDED! Robbie Barnes-Ritter, Special Olympics Coordinator, 317-327-7016