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Transportation Information
Program descriptions indicate if pick
up and drop off points or door-to-
door transportation is available.
Please indicate your pick up/drop off
locations on the registration form. High Risk Waiver
Programs with this symbol have
higher risk than typical recreation
programs and will require a waiver
signed by the parent/guardian for
participation.
Atlanto-Axial Instability (AAI)
AAI is a condition, often present
in those with Down Syndrome,
that allows increased mobility of
two vertebrae near the top of the
spinal column. NSSRA requires AAI
documentation from a physician for
a participant with Down Syndrome
wishing to register in a program
where this symbol is indicated.
AAI requires precautions that may
affect the safety of those with Down
Syndrome participating in certain
programs. Extended Program
Programs with this symbol meet prior
to and/or after the regular program
dates.
Bring Spending Money
Programs with this symbol may
request participants to carry and
spend money for food, beverages and
souvenirs.
Undetermined Drop Off Time
NSSRA may offer programs to
destinations such as sporting events
and shows for which the end time
cannot be specifically determined. The
group will stay until the conclusion
of the event. Staff will phone each
participant’s household at the
conclusion of the event with specific
drop off times.
News from NSSRA
A NEW HOME
FOR NSSRA
We have exciting news!
NSSRA and Northbrook Park District
(NPD) are exploring a partnership
towards accomplishing NSSRA’s
long-time goal to secure a suitable,
permanent location with a partner
agency. The new building will
enhance our current programming,
incorporate multipurpose meeting
spaces, and house NSSRA's
administrative offices. Read more on
page 3.
www.nssra.org
NEW! HIGH RISK
WAIVER POLICY
Beginning in 2018, NSSRA
implemented a new high risk
waiver process. Programs that
involve potential high risk activities
will require signed high risk waivers
to be returned to the office two
weeks prior to event date or start of
program. Read more on page 61.
SUMMER JOBS
We're hiring for summer 2018!
Applications for summer positions
are now being accepted. Positions
are available for Summer Program,
Inclusion and NSSRA Camps. Visit
www.nssra.org/summer for more
information and to apply.
2017
HOLIDAY APPEAL
Thanks to your generosity, the
NSSRA Foundation Holiday
Appeal raised nearly $50,000
to support NSSRA programs and
participants! You made dreams
come true! We value your friendship
and look forward to sharing more
success stories with you this year!
Read more on page 58.
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