GLUTEN FREE GROCERY
An entirely Gluten Free Grocery store has opened up in Westchester at 1922 Mannheim Road. I've been there and they are small, but have a nice selection. I found quite a few items that I haven't seen at the stores in our area. If you are going to be out that way or really need some new food options, check them out!
PARK DISTRICT PROGRAMS
For anyone's children who would like to participate in a Park District program but is having difficulty finding an aid, Sally Bintz has offered to help with that. Her contact number is 815-806-2600 (Thanks Sally!!!!)
MOMS KINSHIP
Gina Barrett would like to know if anyone is interested in joining a Mom's Kindship Group. It's like Mom's night out! Gina has offered to plan the first event so email Gina (or contact her thru the Yahoo Chat Group) ginamarie11@comcast.net
PUNS and Will County Social Services
Your child may qualify for services through the county! Service Inc. of Will, Grundy and Kankakee Counties can help people with developmental disabilities find the services and support they need to live a better life. Service coordinators will assess your childs' needs and eligibity and arrange for services.
If you think your child may be eiligible for services because of a developmental delay or diagnosed disability, call and ask to begin the process for an intake interview. For Will County you would contact Child and Family Connections, 2300 W. Glenwood Avenue, Joliet, IL 60436 or call 815-741-0800 or toll free 888-329-0633.
Lincolnway Special Recreation Association
LWSRA offers many fun programs for children of all ages and all abilities. More info can be found at http://www.lwsra.org/ or by contacting Lana Graser at 815-464-2811. If you have an idea for a class, let them know!
Manhattan Meadows Equestrian Center
Offers horseback riding for special needs children. Classes and private instruction 7 days a week. 14841 Hoff Road, Manhattan. Contact Lisa Rizzo at 815-919-4149
Inwood Ice Arena
Special Skater program offers a 1:1 ratio of teachers to students. Lessons are idividualized to each students ability. The Ice Skating program for special needs is offering the option of taking lessons at the Orland Park Skating Center. The next session starts March 8th - April 12th. The cost is $75.00. Call Sandy ( Director of that program) @ 708-403-4231 ext. 121 for more information. If Joliet's rink is more convenient email Karen kadamczyk@ltc1s.k12.il.us for more info.