It’s an integrated play area in which all children, those who are able and those with disabilities, can play interactively. The objective is to design an area that is barrier-free, socially inviting, and contains play environment groupings.
Build Jake’s Place builds “playgrounds for everybody”. Playgrounds where children in wheelchairs and other assistive devices can play along side others with ease. Even parents and grandparents with a disability can play and interact with the children.
A cushioned, synthetic surface that accommodates wheelchairs & other assistive devices
* Wide ramps for easy wheelchair access throughout the playground
* Various types of bridges, balance beam, & stepping circles to work on coordination & balance skills
* Various sensory & tactile play activities for learning
* Specialized areas for people with Autism
* Swings with molded bucket seats
* A wheelchair-accessible glider
* Rock walls & various climber equipment
* Various freestanding play areas throughout the playground
* Shaded areas, picnic tables, & plenty of seating
* A security fence around the perimeter of the playground
* Restrooms, picnic benches, & grilling station located at the pavilion
* Come visit the playground that truly benefits everyone!