Natalia Ospina

Dec 6, 2024 | nrpa.org | Natalia Ospina

Tags: Trends and News, Social Equity, Health and Wellness, Healthy Aging in Parks Pictured: People of all ages participate in a fun run event. Photo courtesy of DC Department of Parks and Recreation.

Feb 5, 2024 | nrpa.org | Natalia Ospina

Tags: Urban Parks and Recreation, Trends and News, Social Equity, Operations, Health and Wellness, Careers and Professional Development, Healthy Aging in ParksWhile many park and recreation professionals are making progress toward centering equity and inclusion within programming, operations, practice and environments, staff representation is a largely overlooked aspect of program implementation.

Jan 31, 2024 | nrpa.org | Natalia Ospina

Tags: Urban Parks and Recreation, Trends and News, Social Equity, Health and Wellness, Funding, Healthy Aging in ParksLocal park and recreation agencies have been offering programs and services to address the diverse health and wellness needs of the growing older adult population for decades. With the population of individuals ages 65 and older projected to reach 94.7 million in 2060, these programs and services are essential to meet the needs of aging community members.