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#RisingYouth Research Highlights on Lessons Learned

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18 ACCESS TO FITNESS & ACCESS TO FITNESS & RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT • Low income families were provided with recreational equipment packages including a soccer ball, skipping rope, and other supplies to support early childhood development while at home during COVID-19. " With their new recreational equipment kids were able to develop new skills and keep them active and entertained while they are off school and do not have access to the same resources (art room, gym, etc.) that they would during the normal year. " • "Online Exercise Platform" young adults with disabilities were supported to keep active and healthy during COVID-19 with regular online programming including yoga, Zumba, bodyweight circuits, and meditation. " These activities helped young adults increase their activity levels during the pandemic. They also improved mental health through the promotion of inclusion and social connections. " PROJECT THEMES - PANDEMIC RESPONSE PROJECT THEMES - PANDEMIC RESPONSE PROJECT THEMES - PANDEMIC RESPONSE

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