After 34 Years of Service to NEDSRA and People with Disabilities, Susan Balling is Retiring

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Susan began her career in therapeutic recreation as a recreation specialist with NEDSRA in 1977. She has since served in a variety of positions including program supervisor, superintendent of recreation, director of marketing and development, and, most recently, assistant to the director.

Susan has provided leadership within her profession in various capacities including, chairman and board member of PDRMA, IPRA board member, ITRS section director, ITRS board member, SRANI secretary, as well as being the chair of numerous other committees.  As a result of her dedication to the field and commitment to excellence, she has received multiple awards and deserved recognition as IPRA Outstanding Young Park and Recreation Professional, ITRS Outstanding Professional, IPRA Meritorious Service Award, ITRS Distinguished Service Award, Administration and Finance Section’s Distinguished Service Award and the IPRA Fellow Award.

Susan has been instrumental in the development and delivery of special recreation services to thousands of individuals with disabilities during her tenure and will be truly missed by her colleagues, co-workers, and the community members of NEDSRA.  With great appreciation and respect, we wish Susan and her husband, Gary, the very best in their retirement.