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A Silent World
Resources to fit the Deaf/Hard of hearing needs for maintaining independence. Services include Information and Referral, Independent Living Skills Training, Peer Counseling, and Advocacy. As well as a Resource Library, Computer Lab, Employment Library, and Youth Services.
Downtown
A Silent World
904-713-8445 | 9236 11th Ave
http://asilentworld.webs.com
Area Parks Websites:
Bethesda Park and Lodge
This is a completely accessible and barrier free recreation complex, operating year-round and providing easy access to the outdoors. Four fully-equipped cabins, each with four bunk beds, a restroom, kitchenette, screened porch and an outdoor grill; 16-acre lake maintained and stocked for fishing (fishing license required for anglers ages 16-64);…
Northside
Bethesda Park and Lodge
904-764-5531 | 10790 Key Haven Blvd
http://www.coj.net/departments/recreation-and-community-services/recreation-and-community-programming/nature-programs/bethesda-park-and-lodge.aspx
Jacksonville Beach Fishing Pier
Features a 1,300-foot long, 20-foot wide wooden deck, fish cleaning stations, a concession area, bait shop, and restrooms. Handicapped accessible. Visitors can pay to fish, or receive discounted prices for spectators. Free for children under 6. Fishing license not required.
Beaches
Jacksonville Beach Fishing Pier
904-241-1515 | 503 North 1st St, Jacksonville Beach
http://tinyurl.com/3s8gjg7
Jacksonville Public Library - Main Branch
Talking Books for the Blind & Physically Handicapped
Monday - Friday, 9am - 5pm.
Downtown
Jacksonville Public Library - Main Branch
904-630-1999 | TDD 630-2740, Florida Relay 711 | 303 N. Laura St, Conference Level
http://www.jpl.coj.net/
Lighthouse Learning Toy Lending Library
Any child 5 and younger can borrow toys, books, and video tapes. A moderate amount of special needs equipment also available to borrow, as well as parenting literature. $25 per year per family. Families may check out two toys per child or up to five toys for two weeks at…
Clay County
Lighthouse Learning Toy Lending Library
904-264-7392 | 550 Kingsley Ave, Orange Park
http://www.challengeenterprises.org/
Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA)
Rainbow Artists: Art and Autism across the Spectrum is an educational initiative designed exclusively for children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Rainbow Artists utilize creative art-making activities that allow for rich visual expressions that are often untapped due to difficulties in verbal communication, social relations, and sensory development. Designed with…
Museum of Contemporary Art
904-366-6911 | 333 North Laura St
http://www.mocajacksonville.org
O2B Kids
Come express yourself! Based around the early childhood educational concept that children learn most effectively through play, O2B Kids is designed to offer unique and affordable “edutainment” opportunities for children between the ages of 0 and 13. The O2B Kids facilities are completely accessible to special needs families and our…
Clay County
O2B Kids
904-264-4202 | 1821 Town Center Blvd, Fleming Island, Orange Park, FL 32003
http://www.o2bkids.com/
Oceanfront Park
A 2-acre oceanfront park offering picnic areas, volleyball court, a small children's playground, an educational kiosk system, a large open space surrounded by walking paths, and easy access to the beach. Handicapped accessible ramp. Located on First Street South between 5th and 6th Avenues South.
Beaches
Oceanfront Park
904-247-6236 | First St S between 5th and 6th Avenues South, Jacksonville Beach
http://tiny.cc/ch9fg
Parent and Professional Resource Libary
Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville Parent and Professional Resource Library housed at the DSAJ Office. Information here is to educate the parents and professionals and provide them with current data, research and other documentation to assist families. Library materials may be borrowed and checked out.
Downtown
Down Syndrome Association of Jacksonville
904-353-6300 | 1050 North Davis St, Jacksonville, FL 32209
http://www.dsaj.org/
Pathways Developmental Learning Center
Provides consultation services to families seeking effective interventions for children of all ages with special needs. It is the mission of the center to bring family-focused, developmentally appropriate programs to parents seeking assistance with the unique challenges associated with raising children affected by Autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
Beaches, Intracoastal
Pathways Developmental Learning Center
904-273-6700 | 1100 Sawgrass Village Dr., Ponte Vedra Bch, FL 32082
https://www.pathwaysdlc.com/
Paws Park at Wingate Park
An off-leash dog park with large and small dog areas, watering bowls, and benches. Handicapped accessible. Free to the public.
Beaches, Intracoastal
Paws Dog Park at Wingate Park
904-513-9240 | 605 Penman Rd S, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
http://www.pawsparkjaxbeach.com/
Ringhaver Park
The park includes a two-mile asphalt path with wooden bridges, providing access to the Ortega River Nature Preserve for walkers, joggers and the handicapped. There are also softball and soccer fields, a covered picnic area, and an all-child playground. Open 5am - 10pm. Located on Jackonville's Westside.
Westside
Ringhaver Park
904-630-4100 | 5198 118th St, Jacksonville, FL 32244
http://www.coj.net/Departments/Recreation-and-Community-Services.aspx
St. Mary’s River Fish Camp and Canoe Country Outpost
A campground with many offerings including canoe tours, boat rentals, water skiing, basketball, volleyball, swimming, water skiing instruction, guided fishing and hiking tours, horseback riding, handicap accessible restrooms & shower, and small retail store on site. BBQ dinners for sale most weekends. Camp with full hook-ups ($25/night or $120/week) or…
Nassau County
St. Mary's River Fish Camp and Canoe Country Outpost
904-845-4440 | 866-845-4443 | 28506 Scotts Landing Rd, Hilliard, FL 32046
http://www.stmarysriverfishcamp.com/
Wheelchair Accessible Puppet Theatre
The ArtExplorium Loft at the MOCA Museum has a wheelchair accessible puppet theatre. The exterior is painted to look like the exterior of the museum building. The interior is large enough for a wheel chair to turn around and maneuver to the "performance" windows. The windows face the sofa large…
Downtown
Museum of Contemporary Art
904-366-6911 | 333 North Laura Street, Jacksonville, FL, 32202
http://www.mocajacksonville.org/
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