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Who We Are South West Special Recreation Association (SWSRA) was formed in 1981 to provide year-round quality therapeutic recreation programs and services for individuals with intellectual and/or physical disabilities. SWSRA programs offer a wide variety of programs for individuals in early childhood through adulthood. These programs are designed to increase independence and enhance the quality of life for each individual. SWSRA works to provide an inclusive environment in which allows the participants to thrive in recreational settings with their peers. This includes but is not limited to individuals who have varying degrees of physical or mental disabilities, learning disabilities, behavior disorders, and hearing or visual impairments. SWSRA is comprised of member districts that include: Alsip Park District, Blue Island Park District, Hickory Hills Park District, Village of Merrionette Park, Midlothian Park District, Palos Heights Parks & Recreation Department, Posen Park District, and Worth Park District. Mission Statement Our mission is to serve individuals with disabilities in their need for recreation so that all persons in our member communities may experience and enjoy positive leisure opportunities. Vision Statement SWSRA will be the leading community-based provider of quality therapeutic recreation programs for individuals with disabilities and consistently setting new standards of value to meet the changing needs of our participants and our member communities.

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