Creating inclusive communities

Creating Inclusive Communities through Policy, System, and Environmental (PSE) Changes

MODHP is working with statewide and local YMCAs to implement changes within their facilities to improve accessibility and promote inclusion for all their current and potential community members.

Since 2022, MODHP, partnering with the Missouri Alliance of YMCAs, have impacted:

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Slide 1 - Map
Slides 2 - Barry Co.

Monett Area YMCA - Barry Co.
115 S. Lincoln Ave
Monett, MO 65708
(417)-235-8213
www.orymca.org
• Installed a portable lift chair to provide better accessibility to two indoor swimming pools.
• Implemented disability awareness training for all employees.
• Added adults with disabilities to their Board of Directors and other decision-making committees as self-advocates.
• Formalized relationship through an MOU with a developmental disability service board to enhance products and services offered to community members with disabilities.
• Added question about accommodation needs to new membership registration.

Slide 3 - Green Co.

Pat Jones YMCA - Green Co.
1901 E Republic Rd
Springfield, MO 65804
(417)-881-1599
www.orymca.org
• Installed an ADA door operator to improve accessibility to the aquatics center for swimming and therapy programs.
• Added adults with disabilities to their Board of Directors and other decision-making committees as self-advocates.
• Formalized relationship through an MOU with a developmental disability service board to enhance products and services offered to community members with disabilities.
• Added question about accommodation needs to new membership registration.

Slide 4 - Green Co. (2)

YMCA Camp Wakonda - Green Co.
22237 Lawrence 280
Ash Grove, MO 65604
(417)-709-1995
www.campwakonda.org
• Created and installed wayfinding signage throughout camp to better assist with accessibility to all facilities.
• Added adults with disabilities to their Board of Directors and other decision-making committees as self-advocates.
• Formalized relationship through an MOU with a developmental disability service board to enhance products and services offered to community members with disabilities.
• Added question about accommodation needs to new membership registration.

Slide 5 - Scott Co.

YMCA of Southeast Missouri - Scott Co.
511 Taylor
Sikeston, MO 63801
(573)-472-9622
ymcasemo.net
• Currently in the process of identifying accessibility needs and implementing policy and environmental changes to their facility.

Slide 6 - Saline Co.

Salt Fork YMCA - Saline Co.
740 E Yerby St.
Marshall, MO 65340
(660)886-9622
saltforkymca.org
• Currently in the process of identifying accessibility needs and implementing policy and environmental changes to their facility.

Slide 7 - Randolph Co.

Randolph Area YMCA - Randolph Co.
1000 Shepherd Brothers Blvd.
Moberly, MO 65270
(660)-263-3600
www.randolphareaymca.com
• Partnered with a local care facility to ensure opportunities will be made available for those with
disabilities to access and utilize the facility and its programs.
• Improved accessibility for individuals with mobility limitations through door modifications.

Slide 8 - Audrain Co.

Mexico Area Family YMCA - Audrain Co.
1127 Adams St.
Mexico, MO 65265
(573)-581-1540
www.mexicoymca.org
• Implemented required staff training on recognizing safe use of facility equipment for all abilities.
• Installed an ADA-approved automatic door at the facility’s back entrance for those with mobility limitations.
• Added a wheelchair-accessible picnic table to playground area.

Slide 9 - Pike Co.

Twin Pike Family YMCA - Pike Co.
614 Kelly Lane
Louisiana, MO 63353
(573)754-4497
www.twinpikefamilyymca.org
• Formalized partnership with Pike County Agency for Developmental Disabilities (PCADD) to improve facility’s check-in process.
• Installed automatic wave sensors to main entrance doors for touch-free access to the facility.
• Installed automatic door hold-open magnets to all fire doors within the facility to improve ease of access during normal business hours.

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