ADA Accommodation Requests

This is not a registration or an interest form. To register for program, please browse activities on the Parks website or call 253-305-1030.


If you have questions or concerns about already present accommodation structures, please email accommodation@tacomaparks.com or call 253-305-1030.


Parks Tacoma provides reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in a Parks Tacoma program, please complete and submit this request form. Requests should be made at least two (2) weeks prior to the date the program begins. Accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you need assistance in completing this form or have questions, you can meet with Parks Tacoma's customer service staff at any Parks Tacoma Community Center or at Parks Tacoma Main Offices. You can also contact staff at 253-305-1030. Please note, the ADA does not require Parks Tacoma to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or services or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.


Directions: Please complete as many fields as possible. Assistance completing this form is available from any customer service staff.


One participant per form. Up to three activities can be on the same form if they require the same accommodation.


We are unable to provide 1:1s, staff administration of medications, hands-on personal care in the bathroom, or restraint as a behavior response for participants. Those requiring this kind of support can request a caregiver attend with their participant.


Submission of this form does not guarantee the requested accommodation. Staff will reach out with accommodation decisions as soon as possible.


Please do not use this form to submit requests for or questions about financial aid. To inquire about financial aid for Parks Tacoma programs, please contact financialassistance@parkstacoma.gov, or call 253-305-1022.


Please do not use this form to inquire about available activities. You may view our activities on the Parks Tacoma website or email accommodation@tacomaparks.com if you want more information about programming options that may meet specific needs. Activities specifically for the disability community can be found on the Adaptive and Specialized Recreation page.

To register for programs, please find the activity on the Parks Tacoma or Zoo websites, or call 253-305-1030 for assistance.

To ask about financial assistance, please contact financialassistance@parkstacoma.gov.

To see programs offered by Parks Tacoma, please refer to the Parks Tacoma website, the Adaptive and Specialized Recreation page, or email accommodation@tacomaparks.com.

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Have you requested this accommodation before?*

If you've requested the same accommodation in a Parks Tacoma activity in the past we can make an effort to locate your previous form. Please provide a few details below to make it easier to fulfill your request.

What type of activity are you requesting an accommodation for?

Check all areas that apply for the summer camps you are registered for and indicate specific camps/dates below.

If this is for a trip you are taking on your own/with your family outside of a program or structured activity, please select the facility you are visiting and write "Personal visit" in "Name of Activity" space below

Please tell us more about the activity or course you're requesting an accommodation for.

Please include facility location when relevant (e.g. Swim Lessons at Eastside)

Please include facility location when relevant (e.g. Swim Lessons at Eastside)

Please include facility location when relevant (e.g. Swim Lessons at Eastside)

Please tell us more about your request.

Please detail what supports you/the participant might need (e.g. sensory tools, de-escalating phrases, ASL or AAC use) in their program settings in addition to the typically available supports in order to be successful.

Please provide any relevant information about specific environmental settings and/or times of day related to the request.

What Comes Next?

Parks Tacoma staff will review accommodation requests and communicate final decisions to the participant and/or participants' guardian.


Parks Tacoma provides reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in a Parks Tacoma’s program, please complete and submit this request form. Requests should be made at least two (2) weeks prior to the date the program begins. Accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you need assistance in completing this form or have questions, you can meet with Parks Tacoma’s customer service staff at any Parks Tacoma Community Center or at Parks Tacoma Main Offices. You can also contact staff at 253-305-1030. Please note, the ADA does not require Parks Tacoma to take any action that would fundamentally alter the nature of its programs or services, or impose an undue financial or administrative burden.


Individuals receiving accommodations must still comply with program behavioral expectations with or without reasonable accommodations and not present a safety concern to themselves or others.

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