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Fairlee Vacations 2017-2018 Fairlee Vacation Program Description Easter Seals provides exceptional services, education, outreach and advocacy so that people with autism and other disabilities can

The philosophy at Camp Fairlee is to provide a nurturing environment with: 1) choice of age appropriate activities; interest and abilities of our participants; and 2)The support which enables all to

1 Fairlee Vacations Fairlee Vacation Program Description Easter Seals provides exceptional services, education, outreach and advocacy so that people with autism and other disabilities can live, learn, work and play in our communities. Participants with disabilities experience safe, healthy and success-oriented recreational opportunities. The philosophy at Camp Fairlee is to provide a nurturing environment with: 1) choice of age appropriate activities; interest and abilities of our participants; and 2)The support which enables all to participate to their fullest potential that supports independence. Our Travel Trip program provides outdoor recreation, fun and friendship in addition to seeing new places for adults with disabilities. The trips allow parents and caregivers a short interval of rest and relief from the 24-hour responsibility of direct care or service. Travel Trip activities vary by trip and location. Fairlee Vacation Schedule November 11-18, 2017 Disney World $3500 February 25-March 4, 2018 Carnival Cruise $2400 April 21-28, 2018 Beach Trip $ August 19-26, 2018 Poconos Mountains $ Check-in is the evening prior to trip departure between 6:00pm and 7:00pm. Camp Fairlee cannot accept responsibility for participants before scheduled check-in time. Check-out will be the day we return from travel in the afternoon between 2:oopm and 3:00pm. For further information contact Camp Fairlee at (410) or us at fairlee@esdel.org. You can also register online at fairlee Easter Seals Camp Fairlee Bay Shore Road Chestertown, MD Phone (410) Fax (410) fairlee@esdel.org

2 Fairlee Vacations Program Fee The program fee is based on each Travel Trip and listed on the registration form. In order to register for our Fairlee vacations, a completed registration form, a current up-to-date health form and a $400 deposit must be received by our office at least 4 weeks prior to the trips departure date, so that arrangements can be made in timely manner. If an organization, club, or agency will be funding the trip, a Letter of Intent for Funding must be received and on file in order to complete the registration process. A letter of intent is attached, or the form can be faxed or ed by request to the agency/ organization who will be funding the trip. You must call camp and make this request. Be sure to have a fax number or address for the agency/organization. If you are a new participant, you will not receive an acceptance packet until you have completed the pre-camp interview. Refund Policy: All cancellations must be made at least 14 days before the date of the trip (someone may be on the waiting list). There will be no refunds for late cancellations. Fairlee Vacations Eligibility Participants must have the ability to: 1. Be compliant with staff directions. 2. Be ambulatory or able to transfer to a passenger van and/or plane. 3. Be able to participate in a 3 to 1 participant to counselor ratio. 4. Exhibit socially appropriate behaviors in group settings. Health Forms & Medication Info A current (within 12 months of attending program) completed health from is required at all times and must be turned in 2 weeks prior to camp date. This form must be completed, signed and dated by the participant s physician. All prescribed medication must be prepared in blister packs with the original script from the prescribing physician. These blister packs should be organized by day and dosage times. Please request medication for an extra day of stay in the event a medication needs to be discarded. All prescribed liquid medications must be in their original bottle with the original script from the prescribing physician. All over the counter medications must be brought to camp in their original bottles. Any altered prescription label will not be accepted. The dosage and schedule on the pharmacy label must match the information on the health form signed by the physician. Camp Fairlee staff will not accept pre-poured medication or anything that does not match with the physician s order. If any changes are made to the participant s medication (e.g. dosage, time, route, etc.) after the health form has been submitted to Camp Fairlee, a new, signed physician s order must be presented at the time of check-in. Camp Fairlee will not accept a participant at check-in if any of the procedures listed above are not followed; if a participant has an elevated temperature (100.5 F or more); and/or an untreated or unstable illness or condition. For the safety of all participants and staff, NO exceptions will be made. Inappropriate behaviors, such as refusal of medication, running away/elopement, hitting, spitting, biting, kicking, hair pulling, setting fire and swearing directed at other participants and/or staff, are not acceptable. If such behavior occurs, the caregiver will be contacted. If the behavior /continues the participant will be sent home at their own expense. Camp Fairlee reserves the right to send a participant home due to behavioral or medical issues, at the participant s expense. This decision will be made by the Director. Wheelchairs must be easy to fold. Power chairs cannot be accommodated. Wheelchair space is limited to 2.

A Double Bed in A Comfortable All Star Suite. 5-day Ticket Entry to ALL Parks. Dining Plan with All Meals in Disney World.

3 Disney World: November 11-18, 2017 $3,500 Join Camp Fairlee on a magical adventure to the happiest place in the world! Make your dreams come to life and get to meet all of your favorite Disney characters. This Package Includes: Return Flights to Orlando. A Double Bed in A Comfortable All Star Suite. 5-day Ticket Entry to ALL Parks. Dining Plan with All Meals in Disney World. Unforgettable Memories with Memory Maker Cruise: February 25 March 4, 2018 $2,400 Sail Away with Camp Fairlee to A Tropical Paradise! Highlights Include: Carnival Cruise from Port of Baltimore, MD. Ports of Call at Princess Cays, Nassau and Freeport! Get Some Winter Sun, Relax and Visit Some of the Most beautiful Parts of the World.

Outer Banks, NC: April 21-28, 2018 $2300 Warm up with some sand between your toes and

Highlights Include: Roanoke Island Aquarium First Flight Museum Wildlife Center Hetteras

mountains with Camp Fairlee and explore what this stunning resort has to offer!

4 Outer Banks, NC: April 21-28, 2018 $2300 Warm up with some sand between your toes and join Camp Fairlee on an adventure this spring! Highlights Include: Roanoke Island Aquarium First Flight Museum Wildlife Center Hetteras Island Currituck Lighthouse Pocono Mountains, PA: August 19-26, 2018 $2100 Escape to the mountains with Camp Fairlee and explore what this stunning resort has to offer! Trip Highlights Include: Wallenpaupack Boat Tour Palmyra Township Beach Great Wolf Lodge Waterpark Columns Museum Claws N Paws Wild Animal Park

5 Suggested Items to Bring for Fairlee Vacations Soap/Deodorant Underwear Pajamas Shirts Pants Raincoat Socks Glasses (as necessary) Jacket/Coat (weather appropriate) Diapers or adult undergarments (as necessary) Winter hats/gloves (as necessary) Shoes (2 pair) Medication/medical supplies and equipment (as necessary) Toothbrush/toothpaste Specialized eating utensils (as necessary) Comb/Brush Feminine hygiene products (as necessary)

Fairlee Vacations

Fairlee Vacations 2018-2019 Fairlee Vacation Program Description Easterseals provides exceptional services, education, outreach and advocacy so that people with autism and other disabilities can live,