Cary Park District Winter/Spring 2017 Program Guide | Page 21

Do you know someone with a disability who would
like to go out, have fun and make friends? Since 1976,
NISRA has provided recreation programs for people
with disabilities, and its mission is: enriching the lives of
people with disabilities through meaningful recreation
experiences. Socializing, building physical skills, learning, relaxation and fun are some of the benefits gained
from participating in NISRA’s year-round activities.
Sports, fitness, social, cultural, outdoor and preschool
programs, along with camps, special events and trips
offer enjoyment for children, teens and adults of all
ability levels. NISRA also offers Special Olympics training and competition in 15 sports.
The Cary Park District and 12 other districts form NISRA.
NISRA serves residents of McHenry County and parts
of Cook, Kane and Lake Counties. Programs are provided in community facilities throughout the area.
NISRA staff assist our park district/recreation department staff with including residents with disabilities in
our recreation programs. Call [phone] with questions about inclusion, or contact the Cary Park District
to register for a program.
NISRA’s full-time professional recreation staff hold college degrees in Therapeutic Recreation or related
fields, along with various certifications. Part-time staff
and volunteers help people with disabilities learn new
skills and have fun. Do you have a talent to share and
some time to give? Contact NISRA to learn more about
part-time work or volunteering.

NISRA…serving
residents with
disabilities in:
Barrington Park District
Cary Park District
Crystal Lake Park District Dundee
Township Park District City of Elgin
Hampshire Park District
City of Harvard
Huntley Park District
Village of Lake in the Hills
Marengo Park District
City of McHenry
Wauconda Park District
City of Woodstock

Ask for the NISRA brochure at the park district/recreation department office, call [phone], or visit
NISRA’s web site at nisra.org for more information.

www.carypark.com

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