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Sofia J So1, Maggie Locke1, Raven Ghazzawi1
1School of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, PO Box 15000, 6230 South Street, Halifax, NS, B3H 4R2, Canada.
Background:
Inclusive adapted physical activity and parasport programs support physical and psychosocial well-being of children experiencing disability. Easter Seals offers opportunities for children of all abilities to engage in physical activity through introductory parasports.
Purpose:
Our evaluation aimed to understand caregiver's perspectives on quality participation in Easter Seals programs.
Methods:
We collected quantitative and qualitative data through surveys followed by semi-structured interviews to further explore survey data findings. Survey data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and interviews using reflexive thematic analysis.
Results:
Surveys highlighted caregiver-perceived participant satisfaction and a caregiver-perceived positive impact of programs on participants' physical and psychosocial well-being. Five themes were generated: (1) caregiver support and dedication, (2) meaningful participation, (3) mastery of skills, (4) thriving alongside peers, and (5) hopes for the future.
Conclusion:
Findings illustrate the importance of thoughtfully designed programs, focused on quality participation, for children experiencing disability and their families.
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