INCLUSION AT FWCC
The City of Federal Way strives to create an accessible environment in our general recreation programs for our diverse population. People of all abilities are invited to consider registering for any recreation program Federal Way Parks has to offer provided minimum eligibility requirements are met. To request an accommodation please allow 10 business days prior to the start of the course and fill out this form Inclusion Request Form (pdf). We also offer programs designed specifically for people living with disabilities in our Inclusion Programs listed in our quarterly brochure. If you have any questions about accessibility in any of our programs, contact Kevin Hutchinson at kevin.hutchinson@cityoffederalway.com or 253-835-6927.
Why Inclusion?
Quality of Life – Through inclusive recreation programs, an individual gains positive feelings of self-worth and personal growth. Our programs also focus on a healthy lifestyle that helps promote personal wellness. Social integration helps participants grow as individuals and provides self-satisfaction. Finally, support, accommodations & assistance are provided to individuals to help facilitate a positive experience in our programs.
Removal of Barriers – Attitudinal barriers are minimized through education, staff training, and interactions between participants with and without disabilities. Physical barriers are eliminated to help facilitate participation by people of all abilities. Finally, our programs encourage the ideas of “risk taking,” personal growth, personal choices & social integration to help encourage an inclusive environment.
Interaction Within Our Community – Our trips are designed to help foster social interactions of our participants with the community as a whole. We offer a full array of activities in diverse settings which help to educate our participants and other citizens of Federal Way. These interactions will help to provide positive future notions of people with disabilities.
What We Offer
We offer an array of life-skill courses aimed at promoting independence, enhancing social skills, educating participants, and promoting a healthy life style. Course offerings include: Arts & Crafts, Therapeutic Drumming, Fitness, Theatre, Cooking, Special Olympic Sports, Social Clubs, Day Trips & Overnight Trips, Nutrition, Personal Safety, Job Skills, Personal Finance, Therapeutic Gardening, Reading Clubs, and more!
BROWSE THROUGH THE TABS BELOW FOR A SUMMARY OF EACH OF OUR OFFERINGS
DAY TRIPS
Please join us on our exciting day-trips throughout the Puget Sound region! Please have participants arrive 15 minutes prior to departure time. All fees include admission if applicable. Please bring a sack lunch on all trips.
DINNER AND A MOVIE
Dinner at a local restaurant and a movie at local theater is a great way to spend your Friday night! We will eat at the food court. Bring $15 for dinner.
BRUNCH & A MOVIE
Join us for brunch then on to the movie theater in the afternoon. Bring $15 for brunch.
FWCC offers a wide variety of sports and fitness options to keep your days active and fun!
- BOWLING
- SOCCER
- BOCCEE
- POWERLIFTING
- GOLF
- SOFTBALL
- FITNESS FUNDAMENTALS
AKTION CLUB
Join our self-advocacy club that has guest speakers every month!
LEARN 4 LIFE
This classroom-style program focuses on different life-skills each month. Join as we learn to become more independent and gain crucial skills for our ever-changing world!
F DUB
Join our social club as we hang out on Friday evenings. We will have a different theme each week! Light snacks will be provided.
CULTURES & CRAFTS
Discover new craft projects each month. All supplies and crafts will be provided.
FRIENDSHIP THEATRE
Come try out for a role in our performance in September.
CALENDAR
This calendar provides a preview of our current inclusive recreation offerings. For more information please click the button below.
Events in March 2023
March 8, 2023 (1 event)
5:30 pm: Soccer League STARTS - $49
March 9, 2023 (1 event)
4:30 pm: Powerlifting STARTS - $49
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Check out our additional resources for community connections, virtual tours, and more online fun!
The Arc of King County– This webpage has tons of resources for people with disabilities including Special Education support, COVID-19 information regarding people with disabilities, FAQs regarding stimilus checks, and much more. Click Here
COVID 19 Virtual Town Hall–The Developmental Disabilities Administration, The Arc of Washington State and Developmental Disabilities Administration team up to discuss and answer questions related to the Coronavirus and its impacts on the DD community.Click Here
Best Buddies “Virtual Hang In”- Join this virtual hang out every Tuesday evening. You can play games, do trivia and just chat with your friends on Zoom. BBWA Virtual Hang-In Flyer
Best Buddies Citizens Program- Best buddies matches adults with and without IDD together in mutually enriching one-on-one friendships. Best Buddies Citizens Program_How to Join
Crisis Counselor Text Line: Here you can sign up to text with a mental health practitioner if you are feeling anxiety, depression or need any kind of help. Click Here
Mental Health Toolkit: This website has tons of resources for your mental health during this pandemic. Click Here
Meditation: This website has many different meditations to help you through this crisis. This can be a very useful tool to help anxiety, help to sleep and reduce stress overall. Click Here
Disabiltiy Resource: Here you will find some tips on mental health and phone apps. Click Here
Younger Ones
Common Sense Media: Virtual music lessons, virtual drawing lessons and virtual story time. Click Here
Flip Grid: Great for quick and easy video discussions, free. Click Here
PBS: How to talk to your kids about Coronavirus Click Here
Special Olympics of Washington: Join the “Fit 5 Challenge” and do these exercises to stay fit at home! Click Here
MoveItMonday- YouTube channel focusing on fitness videos for people of all abilities.Click Here
National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD)– Another great source for free videos. Click Here
Special Strong- Adaptive at-home workout plan. Click Here
Travel & Leisure: Tour 50 Museums from home.Click Here
Seattle Aquarium: Experience the aquarium from home! There are many activities, webcams and virtual lessons.Click Here
Monterey Bay Aquarium: Live Stream animals! Click Here
Road Trip from Home: Virtual Field Trips. Click Here
Explore the wonders of Dubai’s Museums: Virtually. Click Here
Best museums in Singapore: Virtual Tours. Click Here
Best Virtual Tours in Ireland: Click Here