Wednesday, February 8, 2012
A number of groups offer assistance in our community. The list below is a start, but we need your help to make it complete. If you know of a group that provides free or low-cost help, please contact Denise Renckens by email, or call me at (815) 937-3374.
Looking for a volunteer opportunity? Most of these groups would welcome offers of time, talent or financial support.
Kankakee Valley Adult Reading and Literacy Program, Inc.
KVARLP offer no-cost one-on-one tutoring for adults to upgrade their reading skills. Special help is available for children needing assistance to reach the proper grade level, and English-as-a-second-language tutoring is also available.
Address: 1 Dearborn Square, Suite 2, Kankakee IL 60901.
Contact: Director Connie Bland at (815) 802-0811 or (815) 922-5680 (cell).
Easy Street Theater
Easy Street Theater provides social and artistic opportunities for all persons with cognitive and/or physical disabilities. Each activity is designed to explore and discover the creative gifts of all individuals, young and old, who choose to participate as a learner, teacher, or administrator in this endeavor. The programs are intended to build personal growth and self-confidence in a nurturing and fun atmosphere.
Contact: easystreettheater@yahoo.com
Web: www.easystreettheater.com
Click here for a directory of area support groups.