PlayGrand Adventures is a 10-acre, all-abilities playground in the heart of Grand Prairie, Texas. A study of this all-abilities playground uncovers valuable data for inclusive park design, community engagement and fundraising By Dr. Taylor D. Bunn M y friend Katie recently shared the difficulties she has playing with her three-year-old daughter, Adeline, at the playground. Katie is a 20-something entrepreneur raising her only child in rural Texas. There are not many other little girls her daughter's age in her neighborhood, so Katie is her daughter's primary playmate. My friend also has multiple sclerosis. She has begun using a cane and will eventually need a wheelchair. Her disability has forced her to give up things she loves, like running and being on her feet all day selling her homemade hand pies at festivals. Now, this disease is robbing Katie of her ability to play with her daughter. PARK S ANDRECRE AT ION . OR G | NOVEMBER 2 0 2 1 | Parks & Recreation 35