Universal Access Program (UAP): Massachusetts
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Organization Location
PO Box 484, Amherst, MA 01004
Description
The Universal Access Program (UAP) offers adaptive, accessible programming seasonally at state parks, pools, and rinks. We partner throughout the year with All Out Adventures, Easterseals Massachusetts, Holyoke Rows, and Waypoint Adventure to provide programs statewide. Our structured programs feature adaptive equipment, professional staff, and instruction and support. Friends, family members, and companions are encouraged to take part in our programs alongside participants with disabilities.
Our Spring Program season runs from April through May, our Summer Program season runs from June through August, our Fall Program season runs from September through October, and our Winter Program season runs from November through March. If you would like to get on our mailing list to be notified of upcoming events and activities, please contact us.
A current release form is required for all of our programs, and you must pre-register with the organization running the program. You must also meet the essential eligibility criteria and follow our program attendance guidelines for the activity. Essential eligibility criteria (EEC) help you understand the skills you need to participate in our programs. For risk management considerations, everyone who attends our programs must complete a release form and meet these EEC, including caregivers and group staff. You can meet the EEC independently, or with the help of a caregiver (family member, friend, or PCA).
Several organizations also offer adaptive programming at DCR locations on their own, sometimes with the use of DCR equipment. These are called supported programs. These supported programs may have their own requirements and release forms. Please contact the providing organization for more information about a supported program.
If you need an accommodation at a program, like an ASL interpreter or a sighted guide, please let the program provider know when you're registering. Please allow at least two weeks (14 days) advance notice for accommodation requests. Program providers may not be able to fulfill last-minute requests.
Contact
Contact email - [email protected]
Phone - (413) 461-7126
Upcoming events
- No upcoming events
Past events
- – (EDT)
- Cycling, Kayaking & Canoeing with Waypoint Adventure
- – (EDT)
- Cycling, Kayaking & Canoeing with Waypoint Adventure
- through (EDT)
- Pool Program with Easterseals
- through (EDT)
- Rowing with Holyoke Rows
- through (EDT)
- Sailing with Community Boating, Inc.
- through (EDT)
- Adaptive rowing on the Connecticut River