PERFECT PLAYDATE SPOTS Learning LearningDisabilities Disabilities of Illinois Illinois Association of Association
Hasyour your child child been Has been diagnosed or do diagnosed or doyou you suspect that your child suspect that your child has a learning disability? has a learning disability? For Information contact:
ForLDA Information contact: of Illinois
10101 Rd, Ste 205 LDAS. Roberts of Illinois Hills, IL 60465 10101Palos S. Roberts Rd, Ste 205 (708) 430-7532 Palos Hills, IL 60465 ldaofil@ameritech.net
discover abilities achieve potential realize dreams
SEASPAR is a special recreation association providing year-round, all-ages recreational programs and services to individuals with disabilities in the communities of: Brookfield • Clarendon Hills Darien • Downers Grove Indian Head Park • La Grange La Grange Park • Lemont Lisle • Western Springs Westmont • Woodridge
(708) 430-7532 www.ldail.com ldaofil@ameritech.net
www.ldail.com
2019 Fall Conference Saturday, October 5, 2019
At the Gibson Electric & Technology Solutions Corporate Conference Center, 3100 Woodcreek Drive, Downers Grove
Keynote Speaker: Lara Cleary
plus breakout sessions on Empowering Parents to be Effective Advocates, Executive Function: MakingLike Progress Self-Determination, ustoward at Learning ADHD and Mental Health, Sixty 60 Second Disabilities Association Behavior Interventions of Illinois on
Like us at Learning Disabilities Association of Illinois on
from page 21
Come play with us! Social/Fitness/Art Programs Special Events • Trips Day Camps • Inclusion Special Olympics Training Wonders Multi-Sensory Room 630.960.7600 Voice 630.960.7605 TDD
Harvester Park
15W400 Harvester Drive, Burr Ridge; brparks.org/ harvester-park Harvester Park is nearly 37 acres of wetlands equipped with playgrounds, fishing, trails, observations points, discovery centers and much more. What kids will love: The splash pad and musical barn fully stocked with instruments to create various musical sounds.
What parents will love: The shaded pavilion and accessibility to restrooms and plentiful parking. Special note: There are no accessible swings. However this park is full of sensorystimulating elements, including the instruments, waterplay, splash pad and sand box. There is also a ramp and paved pathways to maneuver through the park.
SEASPAR.org
GiGi’s Playhouse
We Rock The Spectrum 553 E. Dundee Road, Palatine; werockthespectrum chicagopalatine.com We Rock The Spectrum is an indoor gym for children of all abilities. This gym is a true kiddie gym with 10 pieces of uniquely designed sensory equipment. What kids will love: The variety of equipment available to play on. What parents will love: The ability for children to have a place to play indoors that is not only sensory stimulating but allows them to be active. Special note: Check the Facebook page or call ahead of time for open play hours.
22
|
Specıal Parent Summer 2019 CHICAGO
CSP_0819_022.indd 1
GiGi’s Playhouse
2350 W. Higgins Road, Hoffman Estates and other cities; gigis playhouse.org/locations Gigi’s Playhouse is a Down syndrome achievement center dedicated to providing educational, therapeutic and career development services free to individuals with Down syndrome. What kids will love: Children love the vibrant and fun atmosphere along with all of the fun toys and classes. What parents will love: Free educational and support services and warm sense-of-joy atmosphere. Special note: Gigi’s Playhouse has many locations throughout Illinois and beyond. The Hoffman Estates location has a beautiful cafe run by teens looking to gain work skills.
| ChicagoParent.com
8/1/19 11:17 AM