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ArticleBMC pediatrics2026

"A lifeline to belonging": exploring caregiver's perspectives on quality participation in Easter Seals' adapted physical activity and parasport programs.

Sofia J So, Maggie Locke, Raven Ghazzawi, Amanda Higgins, Hannah Bowman, Shanon Phelan, Joanne Bernard, Sarah A Moore

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Sofia J SoSchool of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, PO Box 15000, 6230 South Street, Halifax, NS, B3H 4R2, Canada.
Maggie LockeSchool of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, PO Box 15000, 6230 South Street, Halifax, NS, B3H 4R2, Canada.
Raven GhazzawiSchool of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, PO Box 15000, 6230 South Street, Halifax, NS, B3H 4R2, Canada.
Amanda HigginsSchool of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, PO Box 15000, 6230 South Street, Halifax, NS, B3H 4R2, Canada.
Hannah BowmanSchool of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, PO Box 15000, 6230 South Street, Halifax, NS, B3H 4R2, Canada.
Shanon PhelanSchool of Occupational Therapy, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, PO Box 15000, Halifax, NS, B3H4R2, Canada.
Joanne BernardEaster Seals Nova Scotia, Dartmouth, NS, B3B 1E2, Canada.
Sarah A MooreSchool of Health and Human Performance, Faculty of Health, Dalhousie University, PO Box 15000, 6230 South Street, Halifax, NS, B3H 4R2, Canada. sarah.moore@dal.ca.ORCID 0000-0003-3712-0199

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundInclusive adapted physical activity and parasport programs support physical and psychosocial well-being of children experiencing disability. Easter Seals offers opportunities for children of all abilities to engage in physical activity through introductory parasports. PURPOSE: Our evaluation aimed to understand caregiver's perspectives on quality participation in Easter Seals programs.

methodsWe collected quantitative and qualitative data through surveys followed by semi-structured interviews to further explore survey data findings. Survey data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and interviews using reflexive thematic analysis.

resultsSurveys highlighted caregiver-perceived participant satisfaction and a caregiver-perceived positive impact of programs on participants' physical and psychosocial well-being. Five themes were generated: (1) caregiver support and dedication, (2) meaningful participation, (3) mastery of skills, (4) thriving alongside peers, and (5) hopes for the future.

conclusionFindings illustrate the importance of thoughtfully designed programs, focused on quality participation, for children experiencing disability and their families.

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CaregiversChildren with DisabilitiesExerciseChildFemaleHumansMalePlay and PlaythingsSurveys and QuestionnairesChildren with disabilitiesInclusionPhysical activityPlaySport

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PMID42363123
PMCPMC13573494

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