Do you have a special skill or the desire to help special people? Caring individuals who enjoy having fun with special people are an important part of our program. Our programs are scheduled days, evenings, and weekends so it is easy to fit into your schedule. If you would like to volunteer or would like more information, call (815) 741-7275 ext.160.
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Listed below are a number of programs targeted toward individuals with special needs. To learn more about a program, click on the selection below. To register for a program, please visit our Registration page.
Need Financial Assistance? The George A. McCoy Financial Assistance Program
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Special Recreation of Joliet and Channahon (SRJC) is a cooperative extension of the Joliet and Channahon Park District that provides year round recreational activities for individuals who wish to participate in alternative park district programs. Individuals of varying ability levels can actively participate in a variety of recreational programs. These programs are designed to help participants who may have physical or mental disabilities, sensory impairment or any other type of disability develop leisure skills, independent living skills and motor skills. In addition to all of these benefits, the most important is to have fun! All full-time Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or qualified program leader staffs each program. A dedicated full-time staff and volunteers assist them.
Transportation is available for some programs to residents of Channahon and Joliet. Payment plans; late pick-ups, and other services are available to all participants.
For more information or to request a SRJC brochure, call (815) 741-7275 ext. 160. You may also stop by the SRJC office located at 2100 West Jefferson Street, Joliet inside the Multi-Purpose Center.
The Channahon Park District provides 50% program & 100% transportation reimbursement to our residents for SRJC programs.