U-46 Early Intervention 

St. Charles North High School RISE Program

D303 United is a Special Olympics team for district elementary and middle school age children. 

We started in the spring of 2016 with 21 athletes participating in two sport seasons, track and bowling. 

Soon after, we added basketball, bocce and soccer and our participant numbers continue to grow. At almost every practice we repeat the Special Olympics oath, “Let me win, but if I cannot win let me be brave in the attempt.“ If you ever have the opportunity to attend one of our practices or events, you will witness the bravery of our athletes in every attempt! We are so privileged to support these athletes, and to celebrate every athletic success and every attempt.

Easterseals is leading the way to full equity, inclusion, and access through life-changing disability and community services.

Through our national network of affiliates, Easterseals provides essential services and on-the-ground supports to more than 1.5 million people each year — from early childhood programs for the critical first five years, to autism services, to medical rehabilitation and employment programs, to veterans’ services, and more. Our public education, policy, and advocacy initiatives positively shape perceptions and address the urgent and evolving needs of the one in four Americans living with disabilities today.

We empower people with disabilities to participate in therapeutic recreation and leisure activities, which are essential to a rich life.

The FVSRA Office is located in Aurora at 2121 West Indian Trail in the Fox Valley Park District Vaughn Athletic Center. Registrations are accepted at this location.  

Marklund is a nonprofit organization that serves infants, children, teens and adults with severe and profound developmental disabilities and special healthcare needs. 

Marklund Hyde Center in Geneva, IL

Residential Component: This Intermediate Care Facility (ICF) has six 16-bed residential homes for adults with severe and profound developmental disabilities, and offers a comprehensive active treatment program which provides for the intensive medical, social, emotional and physical needs of our residents.

Projects Sponsored: Suite Dreams, Therapeutic Pool Renovations

Make a positive difference in the lives of children, adults and wounded soldiers with disabilities. We provide the services, resources, and equipment needed to promote better health, independence, and the freedom of mobility through adaptive cycling.

Valley Sheltered Workshop is non-profit organization that strives to create a safe space where members can connect and find their identity, and promotes diversity, inclusivity, and respect. They offer events for all community members, such as Permanent Supportive Work, Community Supportive Work, Volunteer Opportunities, Social Gatherings, and Educational Workshops.

Valley Sheltered Workshop is located at 325 Main Street in Batavia, IL. 

Rising Lights is a registered 501 (3) (c) nonprofit organization that is dedicated to embracing inclusivity. They are committed to creating a safe environment where individuals with disabilities can thrive and engage with our larger community. They host inclusive events for special needs children, adults, and families to enjoy.  

Rising Lights is located in Elburn, IL at 1163 Swan Dr.

The Joshua Tree Community is a day program created with the intention of improving the lives of young adults with disabilities. Their goal is to create opportunities for young adults with special needs to develop social skills that they can use in their everyday lives and over the course of their lifetime. They utilize classroom style learning, as well as a hands on approach in order to allow their participants to learn and experience new things. 

The Joshua Tree Community is located in Geneva, IL at 32W002 Cherry Lane.

Happy Hooves is a non-profit therapeutic farm that is dedicated to providing hospitality and comfort to everyone. Happy Hooves uses animal-assisted therapy to create an environment where everyone is included and feels safe and loved. 

Happy Hooves is located in Elburn, IL at 40W145 Fabyan Pkwy.