Illinois River Valley Recreation Association
Address
1715 Dragon Drive
IRVSRA.ORG
Pekin, IL 61554
(309) 347-7275
AKA:
IRVSRA
Description:
The Illinois River Valley Special Recreation Association (IRVSRA) is a cooperative extension of Pekin and Fon du Lac Park Districts to provide recreational programs and leisure services for residents with developmental disabilities. Integrated and specialized programs are available for residents and nonresidents with special needs.
Hours:
Varies. Please call.
Intake Process:
Please call to register.
Program Fees:
Fees vary per program. Please call.
Languages:
English
Eligibility:
Residents with developmental disabilities.
Is Shelter?
No
Date of Official Change:
August 27, 2025
Address Listings
Mailing (Primary)
1715 Dragon Drive
IRVSRA.ORG
Pekin, IL 61554
Contacts
Phone Numbers
To Register
(309) 347-7275
Main Line
(309) 201-4005
Services
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Special Notes/Funding
Monthly Social Clubs.
Description
Aktion Club Aktion Club is a community service organization for adults with disabilities and is affiliated with the Kiwanis Club. Learn how you can give back to your community through service projects. The club meets once a month. Each meeting features a business meeting, program or project and snacks. Come be a part of this worthwhile and rewarding activity. There are 2 locations to participate. This programs is Free and for ages 21+. No registration required. Check the calendar page for cancellations or the annual Aktion Club Dance. East Peoria area participants meet on the 1st Tuesday of every month from 6:30pm - 7:30pm in the Fon du Lac Park District Administration Center at 201 Veterans Drive. Pekin area participants meet on the 2nd Tuesday of every month from 6:30pm - 7:30pm in the Miller Senior Citizens Center near the Lagoon at 551 South 14th Street. Cheer and Dance Team Come be an IRVSRA Cheerleader for our Special Olympic Teams! We offer 3 separate cheer seasons throughout the year. Be sure to watch the IRVSRA brochure for details. Jewelry Making â Fused Glass Once a year around September we offer a glass jewelry making class. Students will be guided on how to use a variety of glass fusing products and materials to create 10 pieces of original jewelry. All work will be fired in the kiln and ready for pick-up the following day. No previous glass experience necessary. Jewelry pieces make excellent gifts. Be sure to watch the IRVSRA Brochure and newsletters to further information. Enabling Gardens Like getting your hands dirty? Pam can turn your thumb green while having fun with plant and flower based crafts and planting projects. We offer this program a couple times a month, so check out the brochure for details.
Hours
Varies. Please call.
Required Documents
Please call.
Eligibility
Residents and nonresidents with special needs.
Fees
Varies per program. Please call.
Intake Procedure
Please call.
Languages
English
Service Area
No boundaries.
Geography Served
- Illinois
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Special Notes/Funding
Respite Care.
Description
On the third Friday of each month, we offer a low key evening of hanging out, watching movies, and playing games while parents take an evening for themselves.
Hours
Varies. Please call.
Required Documents
Please call.
Eligibility
Anyone with special needs.
Fees
Varies. Please call.
Intake Procedure
Please call.
Languages
English
Service Area
No boundaries.
Geography Served
- Illinois
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Special Notes/Funding
Social Clubs and Events.
Description
Dances We have a few dances throughout the year were we dance the evening away to a DJ and lights. February: Valentine's Dance April: Spring Formal July: Summertime Bash October: Halloween Costume Dance Party Parties The Occasional non-dance party. These tend to change from year to year. Parties have included Bingo, Open Ice Skate, or Pizza and Bowling. The one party that is consistent and quit popular is the FREE family fun night pool parties at Splashdown in July and at Dragonland in August. Sporting Events We typically schedule a group outing to go watch local sporting events like the Peoria Rivermen, Peoria Chiefs, or Bradley Basketball during their respective seasons. We get tickets at a group rate and provide transportation if needed. Guys and Girls Night Out A monthly get together with a chance for the girls to get out and do something just for the ladies while the guys will have a chance to Bro-out.
Hours
Varies. Please call.
Required Documents
Please call.
Eligibility
Residents and nonresidents with special needs.
Fees
Varies per program. Please call.
Intake Procedure
Please call.
Languages
English
Service Area
No boundaries.
Geography Served
- Illinois
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Special Notes/Funding
Special Event Support Volunteer Opportunities.
Description
The IRVRA offers volunteer opportunities.
Hours
Varies. Please call.
Required Documents
Please call.
Eligibility
Anyone interested in volunteering.
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Please call.
Languages
English
Service Area
No boundaries.
Geography Served
- Illinois
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Special Notes/Funding
Special Olympics.
Description
All of our Sports are Special Olympic sanctioned sports. We adhere to Special Olympics Illinois rules, policies, and procedures. Each sport has regular weekly practice, some local games, a state qualifying district tournament, and then a state tournament if they win a gold medal at the district tournament. Special Olympic Medals are awarded at the district tournaments and state tournaments.
Hours
Varies. Please call.
Required Documents
Please call.
Eligibility
Residents and nonresidents with special needs.
Fees
Varies. Please call.
Intake Procedure
Please call.
Languages
English
Service Area
No boundaries.
Geography Served
- Illinois
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Special Notes/Funding
Sporting Event Volunteer Opportunities.
Description
The IRVRA offers volunteer opportunities. We typically schedule a group outing to go watch local sporting events like the Peoria Rivermen, Peoria Chiefs, or Bradley Basketball during their respective seasons. We get tickets at a group rate and provide transportation if needed.
Hours
Varies. Please call.
Required Documents
Please call.
Eligibility
Anyone interested in volunteering.
Fees
None
Intake Procedure
Please call.
Languages
English
Service Area
No boundaries.
Geography Served
- Illinois
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
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