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Any questions or comments???
Please contact:

Todd Mallo,
Special Recreation Supervisor
Phone:  (708) 857-2200
Email:  tmallo@olparks.com
Jacqueline Canty,
Recreation Coordinator
Phone:  (708) 857-2200
Email:  jcanty@olparks.com
 

Get the Special Recreation Summer Brochure  in pdf form here!


INCLUSION SERVICES
We at the Oak Lawn Park District understand that not every person with a special need or disability condition requires Special Recreation programming. We will be happy to advise or assist residents who wish to participate in the Oak Lawn Park District recreation department programs. We strongly encourage integration, as this inclusive recreation environment provides our residents with even greater options for their leisure time. We want to make each and every experience you share with our park district, safe and positive.
Support Services may include, but are not limited to:
*One-to-one consultation
*In-service training with park district and recreation department staff
*Assistance through the use of Inclusion Aide
*Provisions of community resources
Note: These services are provided at no cost, but we do ask that you fill out the Inclusion Request Form (Available at Oak View Center) two weeks prior to the beginning of the program. That is to ensure we are able to find an inclusion aide to assist you or your child. We are committed to doing everything possible to make your inclusion experience a successful one.

Parent’s Night Out!
Attention parents! Here is your chance to have some peace and quiet or to go out and have a good time. We will plan an exciting evening for your child while you go out and enjoy your evening. Brothers and sisters are also welcome to attend. A snack will be provided. Pre-Registration is required. Registration Deadline is one week prior to each evening.
Open to: All Abilities/All Ages
Instructor: Jacqueline Canty
Location: Oak View Center
Upcoming Dates: Saturdays: 2/23, 3/8, 3/22, 4/5, 4/19, 5/3, 5/17, 5/31, 6/14
Fee: $15 per participant per evening, $5 for each additional child
Time: 6-9:30 p.m.
DAY CAMP

PATRICK J. SULLIVAN MEMORIAL FUND
In July 2003, The Patrick J. Sullivan Memorial Fund was established in memory of Patrick J. Sullivan. This memorial fund has been set up in Mr. Sullivan’s name so that those less fortunate can participate in Day Camps through the Oak Lawn Park District Special Recreation Department. Mr. Sullivan was a past commissioner that supported recreation for children with special needs. To apply for financial assistance to participate in Day Camp, through the Patrick J. Sullivan Memorial Fund, contact the Special Recreation Department. Only Oak Lawn residents will be eligible for this service. Coop resident must fill out financial aid form at there own district. If they are approved you will need to have proof and fill out a registration form.

To donate to the Patrick J. Sullivan Memorial Fund, please make checks payable to Oak Lawn Park District Special Recreation- Patrick J. Sullivan Memorial Fund, and mail to the Oak Lawn Park District, 4625 W. 110th St. Oak Lawn, IL 60453. For more information, Contact Todd Mallo at 708-857-2200.

Special Recreation Full Day Camp
Day Camp is designed for children with learning disabilities, behavior disorders, mental retardation, developmental disabilities or physical disabilities. Camp activities include sports, games, arts & crafts, swimming and field trips. Staff trained to handle children with special needs will supervise camp. Children will need to bring a lunch and drink to camp everyday. Limited transportation available on a first-come, first-serve basis. (tm)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JUNE 2

Open to: All Abilities
Age: 3-16 years
Session: June 16-August 1
Class: # 3108, Mon.-Fri.
8:45a.m. - 2:15 p.m.
Max/Min: 20/12
Location: Memorial Park
Fee: $ 735 Res/Coop no transportation
$ 920 Res/Coop/ w/ transportation
$ 1102.50 Non-Resident
 

Special Recreation Half-Day Camp
This day camp is for children who are in summer special-education classes. Camp will be held directly after summer school each day. Camp activities include sports, games, arts & crafts, and swimming. Staff trained to handle children with special needs will supervise camp. Children will need to bring a lunch and drink to camp everyday. Depending on summer school location, children will stay at their school for the afternoon or are bused by Rich Lee Bus Co. to camp locations. This will be arranged with the summer school teachers. (tm)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JUNE 6

Open to: All Abilities
Age: 8-20 years
Session: June 16- July 18
Class: # 3111, Mon.-Fri.
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Max/Min: 20/12
Location: Kolmar School
Fee: $375.00 Res/Coop
$550.00 Non-Res.

Pride Half-Day Camp
This camp is for children who attend Pride School Summer School. Camp will be held directly after school. Camp includes swimming, bowling, tennis, ice-skating and other activities. Children will need to bring a lunch and drink to camp everyday. Transportation will be arranged and provided by the school. Staff that is trained to handle children with behavior disorders will supervise camp. (tm)
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JUNE 2

Open to: BD, 1st grade- 6th grade
Session: June 16- July 18
Class: # 3112, Mon.-Fri.
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Max/Min: 10/6
Location: Pride School
Fee: $375.00 Res/Coop
$550.00 Non-Res.
 

Special Recreation/Education Related Links

           
Autism Society of Illinois National Center for Learning Disabilities Illinois Parks and Recreation Association Children and Adults with Attention Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder Federation for Children with Special Needs Learning Disabilities Association
Special Olympics Inclusion National Recreation and Park Association Disability Information Easter Seals National Association for Down Syndrome
           

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