Gateway Special Recreation Association contracts the services of Ray Graham Association for People with Disabilities to provide recreation programs. Together, the two organizations promote and encourage positive interaction  between persons with and without disabilities. Inclusive activities provide benefits for all.

Gateway was formed through an intergovernmental agreement and is an extension of the Park Districts of Burr Ridge , Elmhurst , Oak Brook , Pleasant Dale, Westchester and York Center, The City of Countryside and the Villages of Hinsdale and Willowbrook . Gateway provides year-round recreational services and programs, including Special Olympics and summer camps to children, teens and adults from these nine area park districts.

Board meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at 3:30 pm at the Oak Brook Park District located at 1450 Forest Gate Road, Oak Brook, IL 60523. You are welcome to attend.

Programs

Click here to see the program calendar. 

Gateway promotes the full participation of people with disabilities in meaningful activities that maximize their health, well-being and quality of life. Recreation is a central component of a healthy lifestyle. This philosophy is carried out through all our recreation and sports programs and services for people with disabilities. A few of our programs include:

Social Clubs: Tuesdays Travelers, Community Cruisers, Hang Time, Teens and more
Special Olympics: Trainings and Competitions
Sports Programs: Cycling, Fitness, Walking Clubs, Golf
Bowling: Recreational and Leagues
Performance: Chorus, Productions
Pet Care: Service Dog Training, Dog Star, Dogs 101
Special Events: Dances, Comedy Shows, Sporting Events, Rock Climbing and Musicals
 

Adventure Camp
Two weeks of sports, field trips and an amazing post day camp experience!


Overnight Trips
Gateway Getaways that will provide a life time of memories.
 

Contact Information

Gateway offices are located at the Hanson Center:
15W431 59th Street
Burr Ridge, IL 60527

To register, or for more information, please contact Shelia Swann-Guerrero, CTRS Superintendent of Recreation, at  630.325.3857 ext. 110.