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Joliet-Bolingbrook Special Recreation Association (JBSRA)

230 E. Briarcliff Road
Phone: (630) 739-1124
TTY: (630) 739-2287

Joliet Bolingbrook Special Recreation Association is a cooperative extension of the Bolingbrook Park District, Joliet Park District, and Plainfield Park District that provides year-round recreation programs for individuals with disabilities. 

Registration forms are available for download here .

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JBSRA Staff

INCLUSION

JBSRA provides inclusion services for individuals who wish to participate in general recreation programs. An individual with a disability can have a beneficial and rewarding experience by participating with their peers without a disability. JBSRA can provide support to an inclusive experience by training staff, adapting activities, working with behavioral modifications and providing support staff.

Each individual needs to be aware of a few simple guidelines prior to an inclusive experience. When registering, make sure to indicate on the registration form that you need accommodations. Be aware of and able to follow the rules of conduct for the program, with or without accommodations. Be willing to participate in the scheduled activities. JBSRA works cooperatively with you and the Park District to provide reasonable accommodations. Call Jill Mukushina, Therapeutic Recreation Supervisor, at (630) 739-1124 to discuss accommodations for participation.

PRESENTATIONS

A JBSRA staff member is available to speak to parents, teachers, or other community organizations about JBSRA's programs and services.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Scholarships for JBSRA programs are available to participants who qualify for assistance. Scholarship forms must be submitted to Jill Mukushina at the Deatherage Drdak Center for consideration. Scholarship forms are available at the Annerino Community Center, Bolingbrook Recreation & Aquatic Center and Deatherage Drdak Center. For more information, call 630-739-1124.

Click here to download the  JBSRA Scholarship Form .

TRANSPORTATION

Parents/guardians are asked to promptly drop off and pick up participants at the designated times. If transportation is offered for a program, the information is listed after the program. Pick up and drop off sites are the Annerino Community Center (ACC), 201 Recreation Drive, Bolingbrook and the Plainfield Community Center (PCC), 23729 W. Ottawa Street, Plainfield.

ILLINOIS SPECIAL OLYMPICS MEDICAL APPLICATIONS

JBSRA competes in Illinois Area 7 events and competitions. Persons eligible for Special Olympics are eight years or older and have been identified by an agency or professional as having mental retardation or a cognitive delay as determined by standardized measure, or have significant learning or vocational problems due to cognitive delay that require, or have required, specially designed instruction. To participate in a program that competes in Special Olympics, a current medical application must be on file with the state office before program registration. Medical applications can be picked up at the JBSRA office, 230 E. Briarcliff Road. Dowload a  medical application here .

ANNUAL INFORMATION FORM

Annual Information Forms must be filled out once a year, or if you are new to JBSRA. The annual information form is designed to provide valuable information that enables JBSRA to offer programs that are safe and appropriate for participants needs. JBSRA understands this information is sensitive and it will not be shared outside of staff working programs with your child.

Click here to download the  JBSRA Information Form .

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

JBSRA is actively seeking volunteers for helping out with Special Olympic programs, special recreation programs, and various opportunities throughout the year. If you are interested in volunteering, please call (630) 739-1124.


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