Improvement 08: To enhance our parks for use by all of the community
The Dads and Male Carers Group meets weekly at the Riverside Community Health Project. The men are in their late 20s to 40s. They attend sessions on relevant issues and enjoy a full programme of activities including healthy eating, walking and swimming as well as having access to accredited courses.
The group felt that safety concerns and a lack of attractions deter many people from using their local parks. With good lighting, security, maintenance and design as well as year-round activities to appeal to all the family, parks can be the hub of the community and places where people can mix.
They suggested having lots of different areas within the parks to suit young and old as well as facilities for people with disabilities. Park keepers, cafés and accessible parking would also be welcomed by the group.
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