Meet the Staff
Carolyn Nagle (MPA, CTRS, CPRP) is the Executive Director of FVSRA and has been with the agency since 1992. She previously was the Executive Director and Superintendent at the Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association, the Director of the Mc Lean County SOAR Program in Bloomington, an Activity Therapist at the Galesburg Mental Health Center, and a consultant to several nursing homes in central Illinois. Carolyn earned her Masters in Public Administration from the University of Illinois at Chicago and her BA from Illinois State University in Recreation and Park Administration. She is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and a Certified Park and Recreation Professional. Carolyn’s favorite part of the job is having the opportunity to work with all of the individuals and their families who take part in our programs and all of those who help us provide the services.
Superintendent of Recreation
Katie Sullivan (CTRS)
Ginny Pavesich is the Office Manager of FVSRA and has been with the agency since 1996. She is a lifelong Illinoisan and many years ago taught public school in Woodridge. She was out of the work force while raising four children. While working at FVSRA she says it has been great to meet participants, family members, park district staff, vendors, and others who work in the SRA field. She loves the diversity of her job - no two days ever seem to be the same!
Demaris McNabb is the Secretary/Registrar of FVSRA and has been with the agency since 1999. Prior to coming to FVSRA, she worked in Richmond for 9 years as a secretary in a law firm. Demaris’s favorite part of working at FVSRA is meeting the participants and their families as they come in to the office.
Jennifer Belken (CTRS) is the School Services Coordinator with FVSRA and has been with the agency since 2000. Jennifer received her bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation from the University of Wisconsin - La Crosse. Jennifer is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Jennifer’s favorite part of working at FVSRA is going on extended trips with the participants.
Inclusion Coordinator
Sophie Morgan (CTRS)
Jennifer Borrowman (CTRS) is the Outreach Coordinator of FVSRA and has been with the agency since 2002. Jennifer received her Bachelors degree from Illinois State University and completed her internship at FVSRA in the Winter of 2001. Jennifer is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Jennifer is often times the first person that new FVSRA participants and families meet when they come to our agency. Jennifer’s favorite part about working at FVSRA is watching the participants grow and learn new skills through the activities the agency offers.
Cori Younie (CTRS) is the Staff & Volunteer Coordinator of FVSRA and has been with the agency since 2002. Cori received her Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation and Park Administration with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation from Illinois State University and completed her internship with FVSRA. Cori is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Cori’s favorite part about working at FVSRA is watching the participants excel in the programs and being able to share in their excitement.
Michael Younie (CTRS) is the Athletics Coordinator of FVSRA and has been with the agency since 2003. Mike received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Leisure Services with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation from the University of Northern Iowa. Mike is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Mike’s favorite part of working at FVSRA is coaching sports and watching the progress that the athletes make in their respective sport over the year.
Public Information Coordinator
Marta Rees
Meghan O’Keefe (CTRS) is a Program Specialist with FVSRA and has been with the agency since 2005. Meghan graduated from Central Michigan University and received a bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation. Meghan is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Meghan completed an internship at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago working with individuals with physical disabilities, and is looking forward to growing adaptive sports programs here at FVSRA.
Alex Redenius (CTRS) was hired May 2006 as a therapeutic recreation specialist. She is a 2006 graduate of the University of Northern Iowa with a bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation. She interned with FVSRA during the winter/spring 2006 season. Alex is an A.F.A.A (Aerobic and Fitness Association of America) certified personal trainer. She piloted a personal training program with FVSRA and has enjoyed seeing the many benefits exercise has on the overall wellness of an individual.
Claire Kelly (CTRS) began with FVSRA in August 2006, as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. Claire attended school at Western Illinois University and received a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation. She completed her internship at FVSRA during the summer of 2005. She loves being able to carry out many of the programs offered and to be a part of each individual’s growth and development through recreation.
Matt Poole