The Kiwanis Club of Lapeer is currently raising funds for a fully inclusive and universally accessible playground at Rowden Park in Lapeer, Michigan.
CREATING A DESTINATION PLACE SPACE FOR ALL
The Kiwanis Inclusive Playground will be a unique addition to the City of Lapeer park system, Lapeer and surrounding counties; one that will welcome individuals of all ages and abilities. This nature-inspired playground will provide lasting benefits to the community by showing its members that everyone matters, everyone is invited, and we expect everyone to come, engage, play and grow together.
CREATING A DESTINATION PLACE SPACE FOR ALL
The Kiwanis Inclusive Playground will be a unique addition to the City of Lapeer park system, Lapeer and surrounding counties; one that will welcome individuals of all ages and abilities. This nature-inspired playground will provide lasting benefits to the community by showing its members that everyone matters, everyone is invited, and we expect everyone to come, engage, play and grow together.
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What is an Inclusive Playground?Inclusive playgrounds are built to facilitate better opportunities for social interaction and provide engaging activities that everyone can enjoy. A space for children using mobility devices to anyone who may become overstimulated by too much activity, it ensures the needs of all individuals are taken into consideration. Sensory play is also taken into consideration, through which children can discover their world and how to be successful in it.
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Please note that the overall playground design and layout is currently undergoing revisions and may vary from shown.
Every Person. Every Generation. Every Ability.
The Kiwanis Inclusive Playground is designed with no barriers - a space for every person, every generation, every ability - a destination for all. By removing the physical and social barriers to inclusion, we are addressing the diverse needs of the large population of individuals living with a disability in Lapeer and surrounding counties.
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The playground will be a space for those living with or without a disability or impairment such as:
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Designed with the Principals of Universal Design in mind, we've incorporated elements and equipment promoting a truly inclusive multigenerational outdoor recreation space - individuals of all ages and abilities will experience the joy of meaningful play and physical activity among peers and family.
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A Destination for All!
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Conveniently Located Destination Park
The Kiwanis Inclusive Playground will be located at Rowden Park in Lapeer, Michigan. off of N. Main Street (M-24) at Rowden Park in Lapeer County, Michigan. Rowden Park is conveniently located of M-24 just 5 miles north of I-69 and directly across the street from McLaren Lapeer Region Hospital. This beautiful 65-acre park boasts an array of amenities including ample parking including numerous disability parking spaces, a one-mile continuous asphalt pathway (part of the three-mile-long Linear Park Pathway connecting Rowden, Rotary and Annrook Parks), boardwalks over the pond and wetland areas, pedestrian bridges, pavilions, baseball field, small playground, sledding hill, and year-round heated restroom facilities with drinking fountain.
Essential to the project's success is the City of Lapeer, which has committed the property within Rowden Park for the playground. Following completion, the City of Lapeer will absorb the Kiwanis Inclusive Playground as their own and will provide ongoing safety inspections and maintenance, ensuring the playground remains a safe, vibrant, and enduring asset for generations to come.
Essential to the project's success is the City of Lapeer, which has committed the property within Rowden Park for the playground. Following completion, the City of Lapeer will absorb the Kiwanis Inclusive Playground as their own and will provide ongoing safety inspections and maintenance, ensuring the playground remains a safe, vibrant, and enduring asset for generations to come.
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CONTACT US
We are here to answer any questions you may have about this project. Reach out to any Kiwanis Club of Lapeer member, give us a call, or email us. We'll respond as soon as we can.
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ADDRESS
Kiwanis Club of Lapeer c/o Legacy Project P.O. Box 501 Lapeer, MI 48446 |
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The Kiwanis Club of Lapeer Foundation is a 501©3 non-profit organization (EIN 84-5174164). Your contribution is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
