Leader, May 13 2022
With an increase in awareness, the needs of children of differing abilities will be considered when upgrades to all Kintyre’s playparks are carried out
With an increase in awareness, the needs of children of differing abilities will be considered when upgrades to all Kintyre’s playparks are carried out
‘Every child and young adult deserves the chance to experience the enjoyment of a playpark, regardless of their ability.’
Work to install a piece of inclusive play equipment at Jock’s Adventure Playground will begin later this month.
McFadyens Contractors has removed and realigned fencing at Jock’s Adventure Playground in preparation for a new adapted swing-set to be installed
‘Sienna has hemiplegia which affects her right side, so raising money for the inclusive playpark equipment is something she was really keen to be involved with’
It is expected to be installed at the council-owned playpark in about 10 to 12 weeks
Having raised more than £12,000 of the remaining £12,000 to £15,000 required, Iona has transferred all money to Campbeltown Community Council
Childminders Sarah Mckeown and Carol Linfield organised the ‘teddy toddles’ for the children who attend their settings
The youngsters celebrated the completion of their sponsored walk by dancing a Highland fling for a crowd of supporters at the finish line
A group of Highland dancers will walk five kilometres to boost the campaign to purchase a piece of inclusive play equipment for Jock’s Adventure Playground.