Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association ( NSSRA ) facilitates year-round recreation programs and services for children , teens , and adults with disabilities who live in 13 northern suburban communities , including Glenview . With nearly 500 recreation , sport , cultural , and social offerings available throughout the year , NSSRA specializes in introducing participants to new experiences , providing opportunities for skill development and leisure time , and , most importantly , creating space for friendships to thrive .
Services NSSRA Offers
NSSRA serves approximately 1,800 individuals with disabilities through our traditional and cooperative programs . Participants range in age from preschoolers , youth , and teens to young adults , adults , and seniors . Programs are offered at park district facilities , schools , and other locations throughout the northern suburbs .
Inclusion Support
NSSRA ’ s inclusion support option provides individuals the opportunity to enjoy participation in Glenview programs while receiving the individualized support they need to succeed . NSSRA staff are trained to provide the necessary accommodations to help participants succeed in programs . This not only benefits individuals with disabilities but also enhances the overall experience for all participants , creating a more inclusive and welcoming environment .
Reasons to request inclusion support
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Glenview Park District staff identifies a need for additional support , for safety and programmatic reasons and communicates this need to the family .
What types of services does inclusion provide ?
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Activity Modification Disability Awareness Training Behavior Management Support Observation and Evaluations |
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Adaptive Equipment
Visual Systems
Varying Levels of Staff Support
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For information on Inclusion services or to arrange accommodation , contact Glenview Park District ’ s NSSRA Inclusion Liaison , Natalie Liang , at ( 224 ) 521-2552 or natalie . liang @ glenviewparks . org .
1221 County Line Rd . Highland Park , IL 60035
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