Menlo Park, city of. Community Services: Recreation and SN regisitry

Community Services
Community Services is responsible for providing recreational, educational and cultural programs for children, adults and seniors. Our facilities include 221 acres of parkland distributed among 13 parks, three community centers, two public pools, three child care centers, two gymnasiums and one gymnastics center. Included in the parks and recreation areas are tennis courts, dog parks, softball diamonds, picnic areas, playgrounds, soccer fields, a skate park, shared use of a performing arts center and open space. The department offers a variety of community classes and over 25 special events annually. These efforts are supported by the Parks and Recreation Commission.

Recreation and sports programs
We are creating community by providing safe and enjoyable activities in the areas of recreation and sports. There is something for everyone in recreation and sports.

Past offerings included:
Adult softball and basketball leagues
Aerobics
Ballet
Choir and folk dance
A variety of gymnastics classes, swim lessons, lap swim, and safety courses
Youth sports camps and classes

no adaptive or special needs classes

Special needs registry

The Police Department offers a special needs registry. This program allows any family to voluntarily provide information to the Police Department regarding a family member who has special needs. Special needs can include any disability that prevents a family member from being able to communicate effectively with officers, including:

• Alzheimer’s Disease

• Autism Spectrum Disorder

• Bipolar Disorder

• Dementia

• Down Syndrome

The information provided by a parent, guardian or caretaker is stored in a secure database maintained by the Police Department and attached to the address of the resident. This makes the information accessible to responding officers and provides officers the ability to better understand the condition of any family member with special needs.