National Recreation and Park Association
Parks and recreation centers help promote public health through fitness activities, enjoyable spaces, and access to therapeutic treatments. Growing connections among healthcare priorities and preventative strategies have led to partnerships between wellness centers and hospitals. In one specific example, the Evanston Northwestern Healthcare Corporation is leasing over 10,000 square feet of the Glenview Park District recreation center. As part of the terms of this partnership, hospital patients have access to the center’s facilities, and the park district’s clientele are provided with assessment and rehabilitation treatments by on-site hospital staff.
This growing trend is likely to continue, with partnerships like this setting the example for joint efforts that promote public wellbeing.
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