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Letters: Accessible playgrounds in Richmond should be publicized

Dear Editor, Re: “All-inclusive playground wanted in Richmond,” News, Dec. 26. Richmond needs a website for accessible playgrounds so that families can find these specialized locations.
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Magical Bridge Playground is an all-inclusive playground that address sensory needs for children. Photo: Magical Bridge Foundation/FACEBOOK

Dear Editor,

Re: “All-inclusive playground wanted in Richmond,” News, Dec. 26.

Richmond needs a website for accessible playgrounds so that families can find these specialized locations.

In November, Grauer Elementary on Blundell Road received a new accessible playground, designed to be an inclusive space for all children.

In 2015, an accessible playground was built at McNeely Elementary on Woodhead Road. This $230,000 project includes multiple wheelchair access points and built-in toys.

For the 2010 Olympics, Richmond built the Middle Arm Waterfront Greenway along the dike from the Oval to Cambie Road. Here, there are several accessible sensory-focused play spaces in addition to two piers and seating.

However, it is difficult to find information on inclusive spaces in Richmond, even if you know where they are. Perhaps the city and school district or some other organization could host a few searchable web pages with the names and addresses of these play spaces, plus photos, maps and parking information.

Marion Smith

RICHMOND