The field of developmental disabilities has made great strides in closing inhumane residential facilities and providing opportunities for employment and integration into the community. It's now time for directors of residential programs and sheltered workshops and policy makers to turn their attention towards health promotion. The next big push for social change must include more opportunities and incentives for people with developmental disabilities to engage in higher levels of physical activity throughout the day. Promoting enjoyable and rewarding physical activity opportunities will, in the long run, result in substantial improvements in health and quality of life.

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Facilities~Must~Encourage~Physical~Activity.