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Specialized Recreation Services offers many community-based recreational programs, designed specifically to meet the needs of individuals of all ages with developmental and/or physical disabilities.
Specialized Recreation Services provides lower staff-to-participant ratios and experienced staff, to best provide a variety of recreational opportunities for individuals to improve their leisure skills and gain new experiences.
All participants who register for a Specialized Recreation Program must have a current Participant Profile on file to assist staff in better meeting individual needs. These forms are valid for one calendar year.
Current SRIS Programs
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New Programs!
- Adaptive Climbing
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Registration - Lego Club
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Registration - Movie Night
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Socials and Outings
September – Trolls Tour at Dix Park
Join SRIS on a hunt for the Dix Park Trolls! We will spend the afternoon at Dix Park exploring the area and searching for the family of trolls that have taken over the park.
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October – Pumpkin Palooza
Join us for a spooky, fun night featuring an exciting pumpkin painting session where participants can create their own jack-o'-lantern masterpieces. The evening continues with fun-filled games, spooktacular snacks and a Halloween-themed movie. Whether you're painting pumpkins, playing games, or enjoying the spooky flick, this event promises a night of creativity, laughter, and festive fun for everyone!
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October – Halloween Dance
Get ready to groove to spooky tunes and celebrate in a frightfully fabulous way! Join us for our annual Halloween Dance in collaboration with the Raleigh Youth Council. Whether you're a monster mash enthusiast, enjoy mingling with friends, or simply want to celebrate in a friendly, inclusive atmosphere, this event is for you! Come in your favorite costume, enjoy hauntingly good music, and dance the night away in a space where everyone is welcome. Let’s make this Halloween Dance one to remember!
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October - NC State Fair Outing
Join us for a day of fun at the North Carolina State Fair! We will meet at the Jaycee Community Center at 9:15 a.m. and depart for the fair at 9:30 a.m. Participants should bring enough money to purchase lunch, as well as any rides, games, or other activities they wish to enjoy. We will return to Jaycee Community Center at approximately 2:30 p.m. to conclude our outing.
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November – DPAC Outing
Come join SRIS on an outing to see the Broadway musical comedy Mrs. Doubtfire at DPAC! We will depart from the Jaycee Community Center by bus at 11:45 a.m. and return at approximately 4:15 p.m.
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November – Friendsgiving
Celebrate the season with friends, food, and festive fun! Join us for Friendsgiving, a special evening designed for individuals with disabilities to connect, enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving-style meal, and take part in seasonal games and activities.
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November – Camp Fire Cookout
Enjoy an evening outdoors with friends at Durant Nature Preserve! Gather around the firepit for a relaxed night of good food and good company. Participants will roast hot dogs over the fire, make s’mores, and enjoy time socializing around the campfire.
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December – Charlotte Motor Speedway Holiday Lights (Dec. 10 - 11)
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December – Cookies and Cocoa
Join us for Cookies and Cocoa, a cozy and creative evening of holiday cookie decorating and hot chocolate sipping! We’ll provide the cookies, frosting, sprinkles, and plenty of marshmallows. Optional holiday sweaters—ugly, cute, or cozy—are encouraged to add to the fun!
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Quest Adult Day Program
Quest Adult Day Program is open to adults ages 22 years or older with developmental and/or physical disabilities who are interested in daytime recreation, healthy-living activities, and community engagement. This group meets one day per week, and participants are engaged in a variety of activities and community outings focused around monthly themes.
Quest is offered at the following location:
- Tuesdays: Eastgate Park
- Thursdays: Eastgate Park
Hours of operation at both locations are 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Supervised participant-choice activities will be available for arrival and dismissal hours.
Participants must be able to work within a group setting of 1 staff per 6 participants, manage personal care with minimal assistance, and follow basic rules of safety and social interaction. Individuals who require more support may bring a personal assistant to the program. Personal assistant applications are required at least two weeks prior to the first date of each program to ensure processing time.
Participants are welcome to participate in Quest at all locations but must register and pay per location. Monthly registration is required (there is no option for single-day registration), and registration must be completed at least 2 weeks prior to the first program date of each month. All participants must have a current Participant Profile on file prior to participating.
For more information, Specialized Recreation and Inclusion Services at 919-996-2147.
Community Partner Programs
Specialized Recreation Services partners with the following groups to further support and provide program opportunities for individuals with disabilities and their families in our community. For more information, please contact the listed group directly or contact us at 919-996-2147 or via email.
Abilities Tennis of North Carolina is a local non-profit organization offering free tennis lessons and competitive opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Experienced volunteers will lead the lessons. Equipment is provided, and all levels of experience are welcome. The program is hosted at Millbrook Exchange Tennis Center.
The Raleigh Sidewinders Quad Rugby Team is eastern North Carolina's only wheelchair rugby organization and is sponsored by the North Carolina Spinal Cord Injury Association. The program is hosted at Barwell Road Community Center.
Special Olympics Wake County provides year-round sport training and athletic competition for individuals with intellectual disabilities, at no cost to the athlete. Learn more about Special Olympics Wake County.
The Triangle Thunder adult wheelchair basketball team represents the greater Triangle. They provide opportunities for men and women with a variety of disabilities to become involved in the sport of wheelchair basketball. The program is hosted at Barwell Road Community Center.
Triangle Taiko provides free Taiko drumming classes for teens and adults with developmental and physical disabilities. Through this program, participants will increase their physical fitness levels while learning the history and art of taiko drumming. The program is hosted at Carolina Pines Community Center.
Bridge II Sports creates opportunities for youth, adults, and Veterans with physical disabilities to ‘Find The Player Within’ through the power of adapted sports. This organization provides year-round adapted sports programming and special events that bring together our athletes and the community. The program practices at Marsh Creek Community Center.