Explore Dunwoody: Top Accessible Attractions & Activities

Commitment to Accessibility

Accessible Parks and Recreation

1. Brook Run Park: All facilities, including the playground, multi-use trail, skate park, dog park, community garden, pavilions, and public restrooms, are accessible.
2. Dunwoody Nature Center: The main building, eco classroom, North Wood Pavilion, and public restrooms are all accessible.
3. Windwood Hollow Park: This park features a playground specifically designed for children with special needs, as well as accessible tennis courts, a pavilion, and public restrooms.
4. Georgetown Park, Pernoshal Park, and Two Bridges Park: All facilities in these parks are accessible, including playgrounds, trails, and public restrooms.

Transportation and Infrastructure

• Dunwoody MARTA Station: This wheelchair-accessible station connects Dunwoody to the greater Atlanta area.
• Sidewalks and Crosswalks: As of 2024, Dunwoody has 88 miles of sidewalks. The city is actively working to improve accessibility, having reduced the percentage of non-compliant ramps from 50% to 37% since 2015.
• Ongoing Improvements: The city's 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan includes numerous projects to enhance accessibility, such as new sidewalks, path improvements, and intersection upgrades.

Accessible Accommodations

1. AC Hotel Atlanta Perimeter:
   • Accessible on-site parking (including van-accessible)
   • Accessible entrances and routes throughout the hotel
   • Accessible guest rooms with features like roll-in showers and visual alarms
2. Atlanta Marriott Perimeter Center:
   • Similar features to AC Hotel, plus an accessible pool with a self-operating lift
3. Crowne Plaza Atlanta Perimeter at Ravinia:
   • 35 wheelchair accessible parking spaces
   • Ramp access to various areas of the hotel
   • Braille signage in guest rooms and public areas
4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Perimeter Center:
   • Accessible routes throughout the hotel
   • Accessible swimming pool
   • Digital alarm clocks with sound and strobe light options
5. Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Perimeter Dunwoody:
   • Accessible business center and exercise facility
   • Braille room numbers
   • TTY for guest use
6. Le Meridien Atlanta Perimeter:
   • Accessible pool entrance
   • Mobility accessible rooms with various features
   • Secondary locks on room windows for added safety

New Accessible Entertainment: Puttshack

• Two ADA-compliant mini-golf courses
• KultureCity certification for sensory inclusivity

Special Needs Support: Logan's Law

• The Dunwoody Police Department, in partnership with Chatcomm 911, has established a local Logan's Law database.
• This initiative helps first responders provide more compassionate assistance by raising awareness of potential triggers for individuals with special needs.
• Residents can register family members with special needs who live or work in Dunwoody using the Special Concerns Response Form.

Inclusive Events and Activities

1. Special Pops Tennis:
   • Free program teaching tennis to individuals with intellectual disorders
   • Held at Windwood Hollow Park
   • Learn more about Special Pops Tennis
2. Parks & Partners Calendar: Check out the calendar for more inclusive events and activities throughout the year.

Feedback and Continuous Improvement

• The city has designated an ADA Coordinator, Tiffany Wommack, to handle inquiries, requests, or complaints related to accessibility.
• Residents can provide feedback on accessibility issues through the Community Feedback portal.
• A formal grievance procedure is in place for anyone who believes they have been denied access to any facility, program, or activity on the basis of disability.

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