Programs for DiverseAbilities
We work to ensure all our residents have the ability to be active within our community. Through our Access Office, we provide adaptive recreation programs, events and discount recreation passes for people with cognitive and/or physical disabilities (DiverseAbilities).
This includes more than 35 weekly programs each season for adults and children with disabilities including assisted, adapted and wheelchair options. We also work with parents, caregivers, agencies and support workers to ensure special needs are considered in finding the right fit for each individual.
The Access Pass is a discount recreation pass for persons with a permanent cognitive or physical disability. To be eligible for an Access Pass the individual must meet the eligibility requirements. There are three types of access passes available.
Cost: $142.82 for one year (Jan-Dec) or $71.41 for six months
- Registered programs for Persons with DiverseAbilities
- Admission to all swim times open to the public at the Parkinson Recreation Aquatics Centre
- Access to the Parkinson Recreation Centre Fitness Centre
- 50% fee discount when registering for an aquatic fitness and some land fitness programs
Cost: $108.19 for one year (Jan-Dec) or $54.10 for six months
- Registered programs for Persons with DiverseAbilities
- 50% fee discount when registering for an aquatic fitness and some land fitness programs
Cost: $108.19 for one year from the date of purchase
- Admission to all swim times open to the public at the Parkinson Recreation Aquatics Centre
- Access to the Parkinson Recreation Centre and Fitness Centre
Letter from pension provider stating name, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, and disability status. Pension providers include the Federal or Provincial Government, WCB, ICBC , or a private insurance company. Partial disability pensions and pension applications in process will not be considered.
OR
A referral letter from an established agency, association or group home whose mandate is to support persons with a permanent disability. The referral letter must state the person’s name, phone number, mailing address, date of birth, and disability status. Referral letters from physicians and other medical professionals will not be accepted.
AND
The approval of the Community Recreation Coordinator.
To determine if you may qualify or to obtain an Access Pass, please call 250-469-8759.
We are proud to offer a variety of adaptive programs each season including swimming, bowling, art, fitness, music and sports plus a popular walking club, Friday night dance and holiday dinner. Check out the Activity & Program Guide for the latest programs for persons with diverseabilities.
No need to miss out on the fun due to a lack of wheels! HandyDart offers door-to-door pickup and drop-off for people in wheelchairs.
Kelowna also has a number of accessible and inclusive playgrounds for children and youth with disabilities including Ben Lee Park, Rowcliffe Park, Rutland Centennial Park and the playground at Parkinson Recreation Centre.
We also have a great network of walking, hiking and cycling trails in Kelowna. Check out Active by Nature for various levels of accessible pathways.
We strive to make recreation accessible for all. For more information on various City initiatives and policies to respond to the evolving needs of our community, see the Community for All Action Plan.
