A collaboration between Chatham-Kent and local community groups is ensuring that children with mobility challenges can still have fun at the park.
A new wheelchair-accessible swing is now available for use at Tilbury Memorial Park, which allows people who use a wheelchair, or those who require extra support, to enjoy the playground alongside friends and family.
The equipment also features instructional material attached to the frame to provide users with a step-by-step guide on how to operate the swing.
“Recreational accessibility is not just important, it’s a necessity,” said Ward 1 Councillor Lauren Anderson in a news release. “Knowing that even one child gets to participate in activities with his/her peers is all the ‘needs assessment’ I require to support it.”
The installation of the Jambette Wheelchair Accessible Swing was made possible through a partnership between the Tilbury Rotary Club and the Municipality of Chatham-Kent, as well as generous donations from community groups.
The municipality said further work will also be done in the park to create a paved path that leads directly to the swing.
