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Indicator 2: Increase participation in recreation and cultural activities

Measure g: Percent Participating in Cultural and Recreational Activities by Long-lasting Vision/Hearing Impairment

Description:

2006 State Population Survey results are available for percent of respondents participating in recreational and cultural activities. This indicator provides participation rates for specific activities by presence of a long-lasting vision or hearing impairment.

Percent of Participation in Cultural and Recreational Activities by Long-lasting Vision/Hearing Impairment - 2006
Vision/Hearing Not Impaired Vision/Hearing Impaired
Attend a music, drama or dance performance
53%
31%
Attend an amateur or professional sports event
52%
35%
Visit a park or historical site
78%
59%
Visit a zoo, fair, or amusement park
58%
40%
Visit a museum or gallery
51%
39%
Participant in an activity at a recreational center
47%
21%
Use the services of a library
69%
52%

Source:

Office of Financial Management - State Population Survey