Link Therapeutic Recreation Programs

Link Therapeutic Recreation Programs Providing opportunities for individuals with disabilities to achieve an independent and healthy life.

Leisure Services has been the primary source of recreation and leisure programming in the greater Des Moines area for people with disabilities since 1954. Link is the only provider of comprehensive, year round, community-based adult leisure programs and services are based on the philosophy that constructive use of leisure time promotes healthy human development. Experiences are strengthened by our

use of community resources and our promotion of integrated activities. The program employs Certified Recreation Therapists to design, implement, and supervise program options for participants as well as part time recreation aids, and a corps of volunteers to assist participants in programs/activities.

🏃‍♀️ SPINNERS AT STOWE HEIGHTS! 🤝Join us this Thursday for a fun evening of obstacle course work and team building at St...
09/08/2026

🏃‍♀️ SPINNERS AT STOWE HEIGHTS! 🤝

Join us this Thursday for a fun evening of obstacle course work and team building at Stowe Heights! This is a great opportunity to get active, work together, and have some fun. 💪

🗓️ Thursday, September 10th, 2026
⏰ 4:00–7:00 PM
📍 Stowe Heights

We are looking for more participants to join us! If you’re interested in attending, please call or email us for more information.

Welcome to the Stowe Heights Challenge Course, where adventure meets collaboration and discovery! Our challenge course offers an exhilarating fusion of mental and physical obstacles designed to ignite teamwork and personal growth. Nestled amidst the underrated scenery of Des Moines, participants emb...

LeAnn strikes again! A huge shoutout to LeAnn and all of her volunteers to help our Spinners group make stained glass bu...
09/02/2026

LeAnn strikes again! A huge shoutout to LeAnn and all of her volunteers to help our Spinners group make stained glass butterflies! Everyone had a great time and learned something new🦋😊

🎡🍪 Day Camp at the Iowa State Fair! 🎠🐷We had SO much fun at the Iowa State Fair! From enjoying lots of delicious fair fo...
08/20/2026

🎡🍪 Day Camp at the Iowa State Fair! 🎠🐷

We had SO much fun at the Iowa State Fair! From enjoying lots of delicious fair food to exploring everything the fair had to offer including the butter cow of course, riding rides, and even holding snakes! It was a day full of fun and memories. And, of course, we couldn’t leave without taking on the mechanical bull! 🤠🐂

What a fun day at the fair! 🧡

🎉 Iowa State Fair Parade Fun! 🎉We had so much fun last night participating in the Iowa State Fair Parade! It was such a ...
08/13/2026

🎉 Iowa State Fair Parade Fun! 🎉

We had so much fun last night participating in the Iowa State Fair Parade! It was such a great evening to kick off the Iowa State Fair We loved being part of this special event and making memories together! ❤

Shoutout to Bobby for the idea and getting it all put together!

🏌️‍♀️ Special Olympics Unified Golf! 🏌️‍♂️We spent this past Monday morning cheering on three of our athletes and their ...
08/12/2026

🏌️‍♀️ Special Olympics Unified Golf! 🏌️‍♂️

We spent this past Monday morning cheering on three of our athletes and their Unified partners at Special Olympics Unified Golf!

Shoutout to our Unified partners for joining us!

Congratulations to everyone who participated! It was a good day out on the course!⛳

08/07/2026

Rain, rain go away.. TR has Summer plans to PLAY! ☀️😎

In case you saw the forecast… Summer BBQ Bash tonight is a go rain or shine (preferable SHINE!).

If your participants are concerned about the forecast, we completely understand. Please let TR know if anyone needs to cancel.

Otherwise, we will see everyone tonight - hopefully wearing their brightest, best summer gear!

LeAnn is great! We enjoyed her coming to Link and sharing her skills/passion for art with us! 😀
08/05/2026

LeAnn is great! We enjoyed her coming to Link and sharing her skills/passion for art with us! 😀

July was packed with fun, laughter, new experiences, and great memories! We can't wait to see what August has in store!🎆...
08/04/2026

July was packed with fun, laughter, new experiences, and great memories! We can't wait to see what August has in store!🎆🙂

🎉🥎 Congratulations to Our Special Olympics Softball Athletes! 🥎🎉What an incredible day at the Special Olympics State Sof...
08/03/2026

🎉🥎 Congratulations to Our Special Olympics Softball Athletes! 🥎🎉

What an incredible day at the Special Olympics State Softball Competition this past Saturday! We are so proud of each and every one of our athletes for their hard work, determination, teamwork, and positive attitudes throughout the season.

A huge thank you to our coaches, volunteers, families, and fans for supporting our teams all season long. Your encouragement helped make this experience so special.

Congratulations again to all of our athletes on an amazing season and a fantastic performance at State! We couldn't be more proud of you!

A little late to the party, but the fun hasn't stopped! 🎉Here's a look back at everything we were up to in June☀️
07/15/2026

A little late to the party, but the fun hasn't stopped! 🎉

Here's a look back at everything we were up to in June☀️

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1452 29th Street
West Des Moines, IA
50266

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+15152628888

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