Ashley Ishman is a Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse at Edward-Elmhurst Health. Ashley also works as a Staff/Head Instructor at Western DuPage Special Recreation Association, where Ashley interacts with individuals with a variety of disabilities. Ashley has volunteered for Special Olympics, SisterHouse Chicago, and Easterseals, gaining diverse experiences in patient care and support. Ashley holds a Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing from Dominican University.
Western DuPage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA)
Western DuPage Special Recreation Association (WDSRA) provides engaging, community-based recreational programs and inclusion services for children, teens, and adults with special needs. WDSRA offers Special Olympics, adapted sports, dance and art programs, camps, trips, special events, and more. Our philosophy is two-fold: First, every individual should have the opportunity to perform at their highest level. Our programs are structured to allow everyone to participate at their own ability level and are designed with a close staff to participant ratio. Second, every individual should have a choice in the way they want to participate. We offer both Inclusion Services and WDSRA programs so you can choose whichever option fits you best. Our WDSRA Programs are designed similar to traditional park district programs. There is something for every interest including: competitive and recreational athletics, Special Olympics, adaptive sports, music, dance, art, theater, social clubs, camps, trips, special events and more! Through Inclusion Services, we offer assistance to any individual with a disability who registers for a park district program from any of our member districts. Assistance varies depending on the needs of the individual and can range from adapting materials to sending support staff. There is no additional cost for participants to receive inclusion services.