Session Outline. Promoting Healthy, Active Lifestyles for Persons with Physical Disabilities. Examples of Physical Disabilities

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1 Promoting Healthy, Active Lifestyles for Persons with Physical Disabilities Darlene Boyes Active Living Alliance, City of Calgary Laura Lee Crook Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta Evelyn Sawicki Changing Minds, Changing Lives (CPC) Laurie Wilson Bridging the Gap (WSA) Session Outline Using sport to integrate persons with a physical disability into the community, and onto the playing field; Para-sport opportunities all levels of participation, including recreation, development and competition; The current reality of Para-sport programs available; Potential partnerships of successful Para-sport models, as well as co-operative initiatives underway. Examples of Physical Disabilities Spinal Cord Injuries Amputees Permanent Orthopaedic Issues Spina Bifida Cerebral Palsy Visual Impairment Various other disabilities, including: Muscular Dystrophy Multiple Sclerosis Arthritis Sport for People with Physical Disabilities Participant Involvement Development and High Performance Continuum Long Term Athlete Development Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD) Para-Sport Progression Active for Life 1

2 Canadian Statistics In 2001, 12.4% of Canadians reported living with a disability. According to the 2006 PALS, the disability rate for Canada is approximately 14.3%. Less than 3% of Canadians living with a disability are engaged in regular physical activity and sport. Sport for People with Physical Disabilities People with disabilities participate in: High-performance sport Competitive sport Recreational sport Lifetime activities that improve their overall fitness and lifestyle What Inclusion Looks Like Children and Physical Activity Currently only 3% of youth with a disability participate in organized sport, compared to 31% of Canadian children who are ablebodied. Children and Physical Activity 40% of Canadian youth with physical disabilities spend more than 4 hours/day watching TV. 60% of children with disabilities report that they seldom or never play games with friends. Benefits of Active Play An excellent way to increase physical activity levels Associated with healthy brain development. Contributes to the cognitive, physical, social and emotional well-being of children and youth. Allows children to conquer their fears, practise adult roles and develop the confidence and resilience needed to deal with life s challenges. Active Healthy Kids Canada Report Card on Physical Activity for Children and Youth

3 Benefits of Active Play Active play settings (e.g., playgrounds) are domains where children with disabilities are often included with their peers, and a setting where inclusion and friendships can be developed. Role of the Frontline Service Provider You can t have a podium full of medalists, without a playground full of kids and you can t have a playground full of kids, if someone doesn t tell them that there s a playground for them to play at. The Value of Sport Enhances the rehabilitation process Optimizes physical functioning Promotes better health; enhances overall well-being Increases social contact and promotes inclusion Improves quality of life Enhances self-esteem, self-confidence, self-image Fun, relaxation, recreation family activity The Value of Sport An opportunity for people with disabilities to participate and be role models for others and to be a more integral part of society. People with disabilities have the same need to achieve. Sport for People with Physical Disabilities Group Discussion What do you see as the obstacles preventing access to sport and recreational opportunities for people with a disability in your community? 3

4 Quiz Paralympic and Recreational Sport What does the word Paralympic mean? Paralympic Program Sports Archery Athletics Basketball Boccia Cycling Equestrian Fencing Football (Soccer) Goalball Judo Powerlifting Rowing Rugby Sailing Shooting Swimming Table Tennis Tennis Volleyball Alpine Skiing Nordic Skiing Biathlon Sledge Hockey Curling Para-Sport Only Programs Badminton Gymnastics Bobsleigh Synchronized DanceSport Swimming Golf Taekwondo Snowboarding Triathlon CanoeKayak Water ski & Field Hockey Wakeboarding Flag Football Parachuting Recreation Programs Gliding Handcycling Baseball Ball Hockey Power Soccer Sport for People With Physical Disabilities Group Discussion Sport & Physical Activity Frontline Service Provider & Key Influencer What are our Roles? Individual with A Disability In your view, what types of support do service providers need to more easily facilitate involvement of people with disabilities in their programs? What is Bridging the Gap? Bridging the Gap Getting Physically Active An awareness, recruitment and development initiative of the Canadian Wheelchair Sports Association and Wheelchair Sports Alberta Our Mission To introduce and support continued involvement of individuals with physical disabilities in wheelchair sports and recreational opportunities, promoting an active healthy lifestyle and improved quality of life. What is Bridging the Gap? Bridging the Gap Getting Physically Active Have a Go Days in rehabilitation hospitals Weekly sports program in rehabilitation hospitals Community Have a Go Days Wheelchair Loan Program Wheelchair Sports Alberta Five core sports: o Athletics, Basketball, Rugby, Sledge Hockey, Tennis 4

5 What is CMCL? Changing Minds, Changing Lives (CMCL) A program provided through the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) that seeks to increase awareness about the connection between sport for people with physical disabilities and rehabilitation. Our Goal To excite and support people in using physical activity/sport as a vehicle for rehabilitation and reintegration of persons with a physical disability into the community, and onto the playing field. Active Living Alliance for Canadians with a Disability (ALACD): Vision: A society where all Canadians lead active and healthy lives Mission: To enable Canadians with disabilities to lead active, healthy lives Belfast Road Tel Ottawa, ON K1G 0Z5 TTY info@ala.ca Who is the Active Living Alliance? National non-profit organization created in 1989, to assist Canadians with a disability to become more physically active Affiliated with national, provincial and municipal agencies & associations that facilitate partnerships Has a network of 500,000 Canadians with over 40 Partner Organizations and a network in each Province and Territory Promote education of the benefits of active living ALACD Programs Three Key Outreach programs targeting: Active living among youth with a disability (Youth Ambassadors) Inclusion in community programming (All Abilities Welcome AAW) Website : Inclusion in school-based physical education activities (Moving to inclusion MTI) Website : Our Vision The Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta The Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta is a collaborative partner with community agencies and organizations in advocating on behalf of individuals with ih cerebral palsy and other disabilities. bilii Our vision is to be a leader in delivering programs and services, educating the public and providing information on treatments and resources relating to cerebral palsy in the province of Alberta. Our Mission Supporting and enriching the lives of individuals and persons affected by cerebral palsy. What is cerebral palsy? CP is a term used to describe a group of disorders affecting body movement and muscle coordination. CP is usually caused when the child is developing in the womb. Movements can be unpredictable, muscles can be stiff or tight and in some cases people can have shaky movements or tremors. CP is not a progressive condition, however there are no cures only therapies. 5

6 Together we can make a difference Play Without Limits CPAA S Recreation and Leisure programs improve the quality of life for people affected by cerebral palsy and other disabilities. These programs foster a balance between mental, physical, emotional and spiritual well being and aim to increase social interaction, encourage friendship and community building, promote positive self-esteem, and foster self-sufficiency. The CPAA is committed to providing programs and services to individuals which include. Individual and family support Financial support Recreation and Leisure Education and Awareness Pathways Employment Program Sensitivity training for employers Shared Vision & Mission Partnerships Supporting and enriching the lives of individuals and persons affected by cerebral palsy. To enable Canadians with disabilities to lead active, healthy lives. To introduce and support continued involvement of individuals with physical disabilities in wheelchair sports and recreational opportunities, promoting an active healthy lifestyle and improved quality of life. To excite and support people in using physical activity/sport as a vehicle for rehabilitation and reintegration of persons with a physical disability into the community, and onto the playing field. Benefits of Partnerships: Increased visibilities of programs Larger pool of participants to draw from o Extends the reach to untapped audiences Additional funding opportunities More opportunities for your clients and members Facilitates solutions to issues and challenges that arise Access to additional resources Partnerships Current Partnership Initiatives Underway: Joint awareness presentations between BTG & CMCL Combined sporting events o CPAA and BTG o ALA, City of Calgary, BTG, CMCL Group Discussion What creative strategies may help overcome the obstacles in your community? What partnerships can you form to help you achieve your goals? 6

7 Contact Darlene Boyes ALA: Laura Lee Crook CPAA: Evelyn Sawicki CMCL: Laurie Wilson BTG: 7

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