Fact Sheet
RSI Recreational Activity Center
Individuals with developmental disabilities are significantly more likely to develop chronic health conditions, as well as obesity. The activity center will allow residents to engage in a healthier more active lifestyle, as well as open many new doors for opportunity…
About the activity center:
· 3,400 sq ft facility
· half court gymnasium
· multi-purpose classroom
· fitness area
· Also provides multiple seating areas, generous bathroom facilities, serving area
Goal:
· Enable residents to lead fulfilling, long and healthy lives
Benefits:
· Improves mental health and cognitive abilities
· Better motor skills, agility and balance
· Helps develop self-assertiveness
· Improves decision making, conversation, and cooperation skills
· Provides environment for friendships to grow, and for social skills to improve
· Enables residents to develop new skill sets and interests
· Most importantly, provides an outlet for community participation and for residents to gain belief in themselves
When and Where:
· Groundbreaking November 7, 2010
· Projected finish date of June 2011
· Located on Spring Glen’s 12 acre site
