Universal Access Program (UAP)

DCR’s Universal Access Program is dedicated to providing outdoor recreation opportunities in Massachusetts state parks for visitors of all abilities. Accessibility is achieved through site improvements, specialized adaptive recreation equipment, and accessible recreation programs.

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.

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).

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DCR’s <a href="https://www.mass.gov/orgs/universal-access-program">Universal Access Program</a> is dedicated to providing outdoor recreation opportunities in Massachusetts state parks for visitors of all abilities. Accessibility is achieved through site improvements, specialized adaptive recreation equipment, and accessible recreation programs.
The Universal Access Program (UAP) offers adaptive, accessible programming seasonally at state parks, pools, and rinks. We partner throughout the year with <a href="https://alloutadventures.org/">All Out Adventures</a>, <a href="https://www.easterseals.com/ma/">Easterseals Massachusetts</a>, <a href="https://holyokerows.org/">Holyoke Rows</a>, and <a href="http://www.waypointadventure.org/">Waypoint Adventure</a> 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.
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 <a href="https://www.mass.gov/service-details/essential-eligibility-criteria-for-universal-access-program-participants">essential eligibility criteria</a> and follow our <a href="https://www.mass.gov/info-details/essential-eligibility-criteria-for-universal-access-program-participants#program-attendance-guidelines-">program attendance guidelines</a> 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).

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